School closed after sudden death of 8-year-old pupil
South Wales Police say an investigation is underway on behalf of the coroner
A primary school in South Wales has closed its doors today following the tragic death of a pupil.
An eight year old girl suffered a reported medical episode at Penrhys Primary School, near Ferndale in Rhondda Cynon Taf, on Wednesday and died later in hospital.
South Wales Police say an investigation is underway on behalf of the coroner and there are no suspicious circumstances.
The following message was posted to the school's Facebook page on Wednesday: "Once again, thank you for your support and warm messages this afternoon.
"Due to the traumatic event that happened at our lovely school this afternoon we will be closed for all children tomorrow.
"School will be open for children and staff again on Friday."
A spokesperson for South Wales Police said: “South Wales Police is investigating the sudden death of an 8-year-old girl in Ferndale.
"Emergency services were called to Penrhys Primary School in Ferndale just after 2pm on Wednesday, October 8 to reports of a medical episode.
"The girl was taken to hospital where she later died.
"There are no suspicious circumstances and an investigation on behalf of the coroner is now underway.”