Investigation underway after teenager fell from balcony at Gracemount High school

A police enquiry is underway after a teenage girl fell 15ft from a balcony at Gracemount High School earlier today.

The incident took place around 10.20am this morning

Emergency services attended the scene and the 15-year-old pupil was taken to hospital.

Her injuries are not believed to be life-threatening.

The school remains open and pupils will leave at the normal time.

A police spokesman said: “Police in Edinburgh were called to an incident at Gracemount High School around 10.20am today after a pupil fell 15ft from a balcony.

“The 15-year-old has been taken to hospital for treatment. Her injuries are not thought to be life-threatening.

“Enquiries are ongoing into the full circumstances.”

A spokesman for the city council said: “There was an incident at Gracemount High School this morning, which unfortunately resulted in a female pupil being injured.

“The school remains open and pupils will leave at the normal time. We are investigating the circumstances surrounding the incident.”