David Simpson: Chilling last position of Melbourne Girls high school teacher is revealed after he died suddenly following a child safety complaint
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A teacher at an elite girls’ school who died after being reported to police over child safety issues has been identified as David Simpson.
The teacher at Melbourne Girls’ Grammar, in South Yarra, where the annual student allowance is approximately $40,000, was the subject of mandatory reporting and child safety procedures.
Police had recently spoken to the private school and provided clues regarding Mr Simpson.
Daily Mail Australia can reveal that just one day before his death was announced, he posted a chilling image to social media depicting a picturesque Melbourne sunrise with the caption: ‘Be a good day’.
A teacher at an elite girls’ school who died after being reported to police over child safety issues has been identified as David Simpson
Mr Simpson had previously worked at another prestigious school – Haileybury College – where he was head of science for about six years.
He also taught at Tintern Grammar and St Helena Secondary College.
On his LinkedIn page, Mr. Simpson wrote about his love of teaching.
“I am passionate about working with and through others to develop professional learning communities focused on continuous improvement – for the benefit of school networks, individual schools, teachers and students,” he said.
The elite school released a statement on Monday confirming that charges had been filed against him.
“In recent days, the school has learned of an alleged child safety issue,” said Melbourne Girls’ Grammar.
School staff followed child safety procedures and mandatory reporting.
“As a school, our priorities are centered on the safety and well-being of our students and the community. We will always act in the best interests of the children in our care.”
The school added: ‘On Friday, August 18, an announcement was made to the school’s staff and families about the death of a member of staff. We respect the family at this time.”
The teacher at Melbourne Girls’ Grammar, in South Yarra, where the student fee is about $40,000 a year, was the subject of mandatory reporting and child safety procedures
Police had recently spoken to the Melbourne Girls’ Grammar (pictured) and provided clues as to Mr Simpson
Mr Simpson had previously worked at another prestigious school – Haileybury College – where he was Head of Science for about six years
The news of the death has shaken the parents and the teachers’ association.
“We are all in total shock,” said one teacher Announce sun.
“Things like this send shockwaves through the entire school community.
‘The school offers support and advice to staff and students.’
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