BIRCHWOOD High School student Brianna Ghey 'was not bullied' at her high school before her death.

Head teacher of Birchwood High, Emma Mills, released a letter online regarding the death of the 16-year-old last month.

Brianna died on Saturday, February 11, and she was found with multiple stab wounds in Culcheth Linear Park.

This afternoon, Friday, March 24, Ms Mills released a statement on social media that addressed a number of 'inaccurate' claims that the school had seen online.

In the statement, Ms Mills says: "As a school we are going through the most painful time following Brianna's tragic death, and staff here - like everyone in the community - have been left devastated by what has happened."

The letter continues: "I would ask you all to keep this in mind when commenting on social media or speaking to school staff who are just trying to do their jobs to the best of their abilities.

"At Birchwood we are a team of committed individuals who care about our students, and any suggestion this is not the case is both hurtful and untrue."

Ms Mills added: "I spoke again to Brianna's mum who confirmed that Brianna was not bullied at Birchwood and always felt well supported by the school and she gave me permission to share this with you all.

"Until now, we have tried not to respond to some of the inaccurate comments on social media out of respect for Brianna and her family.

"However, I believe they had to be addressed to offer reassurance and support for everyone who is part of our school, whether that be staff or current students and their parents."

The letter concludes: "We are all hurting together, and I hope we can also all support one another as we continue to deal with the sad loss we have experienced."

Two 15-year-olds are to stand trial for Brianna's murder in July, following a plea hearing in May.

Cheshire Constabulary continues to urge individuals to avoid speculating about Brianna's death, as this could prejudice the murder trial in July.