What did Lara Simpson do to her students and colleagues?

Lara Simpson faked having terminal cancer and later her own death, creating an elaborate deception that traumatized her pupils and colleagues.

Is Lara Simpson still allowed to teach?

No, Lara Simpson has been struck off the teaching register by the General Teaching Council Scotland and is no longer allowed to teach.

Where is Lara Simpson now working?

Lara Simpson is currently running a dance school, offering classes for children as young as three, and has been promoted by local council bodies.

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Teacher Faked Death, Still Tutoring Kids

23 Nov, 2025

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Summary

Teacher faked terminal cancer and her own death.
She continued to teach children for nearly two years.
Regulators allowed her identity to remain secret.

Teacher Faked Death, Still Tutoring Kids

Lara Simpson, a 26-year-old former teacher, has been revealed to be running a lucrative dance school for children after faking terminal cancer and her own death. She perpetuated an elaborate deception for nearly two years, fabricating medical emergencies, a wedding, and even her funeral, causing significant distress to her colleagues and pupils in Dundee.

Despite the General Teaching Council Scotland (GTCS) ruling and striking her off the register to protect the public, Simpson's identity was kept secret due to an anonymity application. This allowed her to continue working with children through her dance school, which offers classes to children as young as three, some of which are held at a primary school.

The deception unraveled when she was spotted at a park run months after claiming to have died. Although initially questioned by authorities, she continued to work for Highland Council until being officially struck off. Her continued work with children, including promotions by local council bodies, has sparked outrage and calls for accountability.