Tributes to teacher who died aged just 27

A ‘WELL-LOVED’ teacher at a South Yorkshire school has died at the age of just 27.

Chelsey Peart, inset, taught art and textiles at Rawmarsh Community School and her death has been described by the headteacher as ‘tragic’.

In a letter to pupils and parents, Helen O’Brien described Mrs Peart as ‘highly regarded and respected’ at the school.

She wrote “I’m very sorry to have to inform you about the tragic death of Mrs Peart, who was a well-loved teacher here at our school.

“Mrs Peart was a highly regarded and respected member of staff. Our thoughts are with her family at this very sad time.”

She said she decided to release news of the death to pupils yesterday after speaking to Mrs Peart’s family. The circumstances surrounding the death have not yet been released. Headteacher Mrs O’Brien added: “We have been working closely with advisors from Rotherham Council who are supporting school staff and students following this tragedy. “We took the decision to tell students about the loss of Mrs Peart after speaking to the teacher’s family, who supported us with this. We are also offering support to children in school, with support from the council’s educational psychology team.” Chelsey was also well respected in the bridal business after starting out making bespoke bridal accessories from her home.