TRIBUTES have flooded in after two young boys from the same primary school tragically died on the same day.
Five-year-old Freddie Michael Webster was a pupil at Carr Lodge Academy, Doncaster and sadly passed away on October 1 – just hours after a second child lost their life.
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The three-year-old boy, whose parents did not want his name to be made public, died from unexpected causes.
Poignant tributes have been paid to both boys, and a GoFundMe page has been launched to help cover the costs of Freddie’s funeral.
Writing in a tribute to GoFundMe, uncle Billie Webster said: “My brother Jake and his partner Jane have just lost their beautiful son, Freddie, unexpectedly on 1st October 2025, at the young age of just five years old, only 14 days after celebrating his birthday.
“Through his short life, he faced multiple surgeries and countless hospital appointments, yet he always had a smile on his face (anyone who ever met Freddie would vouch for this).
A second GoFundMe tribute has also been set up for the three-year-old.
It reads: “We have all been deeply saddened by the news of our loss.
“As a family, we are hoping to support mum and dad by helping to relieve the financial burden of the funeral for their youngest son.
“He was dearly loved by everyone in his life. He was also one of four boys, all of whom are struggling with this heartbreaking loss.”
Meanwhile, Carr Lodge Academy announced its staff will be offering support to its pupils following the tragic news.
A school spokesman said: “It is with profound sadness and heavy hearts that we have been informed of the death of two of our pupils.
“Whilst we understand that these were entirely separate circumstances and wholly unrelated to the school, the loss of two children within just a few days is both highly uncommon and heartbreaking for our school community.
“Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with the children’s families and friends as they cope with their unimaginable loss.
“We have been working closely with the local authority and multi-agencies throughout, and have access to specialist support services which include guidance from experts in child bereavement.
“Over the coming days and weeks, staff will be supporting pupils carefully as they come to terms with this sad news.
“Parents and carers have been kept up to date with the plans and actions we have in place.
“Naturally, we are in close contact with the families and will continue to support them with the utmost sensitivity and respect.
“We hope to protect them as much as possible so they can grieve privately.”
“In due course, in close collaboration with their families, we will honor the children’s memories with fitting tributes and memorials.
“All messages of condolence are being gathered by the school and will be shared with the families at a time that feels right for them.
“In times of such sadness, we are so grateful for the strength and compassion of our united school community, and we will continue to stand together in support of one another.”
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