Dundee High School’s rector has paid tribute to second-year pupil Sophie Parkinson, who died suddenly at the weekend.
Dr John Halliday said the entire school community had been “stunned and saddened” by the loss of a popular and talented pupil.
The 13-year-old died at her home in the village of Liff, near Dundee.
Police said they had been alerted on Saturday morning.
A spokeswoman confirmed there were no suspicious circumstances and a report would be submitted to the procurator fiscal, as is standard in cases of sudden death.
Dr Halliday said: “Sophie was a popular and talented pupil, kind and caring, with a loyal group of close friends. Her huge smile and generous personality left an indelible mark on all those she encountered.
“Her vivid imagination meant she was particularly able in English, but she also loved cooking, achieving success in a local chef competition, and was a talented young actor, amongst many other things.
“We will all miss her hugely. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with her family and friends at this very difficult time.
“We are doing what we can to support them, and have also set up a system for supporting our pupils and staff as they come to terms with this tragic news.
“Given the situation we would ask that everyone outside the school respect the family’s request for privacy at this time.”
Dr Halliday added: “Sophie will live long in our hearts and minds.”
A letter has been sent to the families of pupils telling them of the tragedy and explaining that guidance and support has been put in place.
A book of remembrance has also been set up at the High School where the flag has been flying at half-mast.
The Rev Dr Janet Foggie of St Andrew’s Church in the city was at the school on Monday to help comfort pupils.