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The headteacher of Chapelhill Primary School in Moreton was rushed to hospital after she suffered a suspected heart attack during an Ofsted inspection.
As reported by Manchester Evening News, Sarah McFarlane became unwell on Wednesday morning (September 16), on the second day of the inspection at the school.
Reports say worried pupils watched as she was taken away by emergency services. Of course, the suspicion was immediately suspended.
The Moreton school is part of the Leading Learners Trust, and the trust released a statement to parents confirming that Ms McFarlane was recovering well in hospital.
Trust leaders Yvonne Brown and Sam Quigley said in a joint statement: "She left the school in an ambulance, and is now being treated in a local hospital for a suspected heart attack. We have passed on the significant number of good wishes we have received for Mrs McFarlane. She is receiving lots of care and, from our early understanding, things are looking positive."
The message acknowledged that several pupils had witnessed the headteacher leaving by ambulance, and that staff had been doing "all they can to reassure them throughout the day".
School leaders added: "However, we are conscious that there might be questions at home tonight – which is why we wanted to let you know as much as we are able at this stage."
The trust confirmed that the inspection was immediately paused. The statement read on, "Whilst it was understandably challenging, the comments from parents and the children were both uplifting and heartening. We will keep you updated, and your thoughts and well wishes are hugely appreciated."
An Ofsted spokesperson said: "Our thoughts are with Mrs McFarlane and the school community. We wish Mrs McFarlane a speedy recovery. We began an inspection of Chapelhill Primary School yesterday. Upon hearing the news this morning, we immediately paused the inspection."
