The family of Bailey Gwynne have thanked people for their support since his death last week.
Relatives of made a private visit to Cults Academy in Aberdeen over the weekend to view the floral tributes left for the 16-year-old.
In a statement, they said: “Thank you for all your help, your kinds words and the lovely things you have left for Bailey.
“It means a lot and it would have meant a lot to Bailey.
“For all of you that were part of his life, however big or small, thank you for being there.”
They have previously paid tribute to the fifth-year pupil, describing him as their “beloved boy” and saying “our hearts have gone with him”.
The touching tribute came as heartbroken pupils made their way back to Cults for the first time since the tragic death.
A sombre atmosphere prevailed in the early morning sun as they walked heads down into the enormous school.
Instead of laughter and schoolyard japes, the sound of silence in the winter air was deafening.
Parents dropped off their offspring in expensive cars in the affluent suburb with press kept behind a metal cordon.
Speaking outside the school yesterday, Gayle Gorman, council director for education and children’s services, said: “The children and staff of Cults Academy have returned to school. The school is calm, settled and reflective.
“There have been a number of assemblies, where we have spoken to the students about their feelings, allowed them to reflect and explained how we will support them across this week and the weeks and months ahead.
“Counselling services continue to be available for both pupils and staff on site and a range of support teams are available as required.
“The flowers for Bailey have been moved to the school garden to allow for quiet reflection and a book of remembrance has been opened for pupils.
“Many, many messages have been received from across the UK and beyond and we would like to express our thanks to all who have offered support and condolences to the staff and pupils.”