A memorial service is being held for a much-loved teacher who died suddenly.

Jennie Marsh was head of Gad’s Hill kindergarten and junior school in Gravesend.

She passed away on Saturday May 16, aged just 57.

The school said during her time with them Mrs Marsh had earned the friendship and respect of both students and teachers.

A spokesman said: "After a short illness, Mrs Marsh passed away, with her family by her side on Saturday, May 16.

The school is hosting the memorial service for Mrs Marsh at The Royal Dockyard Church, Chatham on Friday, May 22 at 5pm.