Tributes have flooded in to a popular social networking site following the tragic death of a 15-year-old schoolgirl.

Eleanor Austin, a Parmiter’s School student, died on Monday evening after she was hit by a car as she crossed the A405 North Orbital Road.

More than 2,600 grieving friends and family have posted tribute after tribute on Facebook, having set up a page especially dedicated to her, Rest In Peace Eleanor Austin.

Friend Jo Davies said: “You're so beautiful Eleanor, with your straight, straight hair and upside down frown, you never failed to make me smile.

“I hope you can rest peacefully now because you deserve it so much, I love you.”

Fellow Parmiter’s pupil Naomi Grossman said: “In a free period today me and a few friends bought you three bunches of flowers.

“I still can't believe this has happened - every single person I have spoken to who knew you said you were a fantastic person.

“No-one will ever, ever forget you."

University of Bristol student and former Parmiter’s pupil Christie Clarke said: “I still can’t believe this - you never expect this to happen to someone you know.

“I remember helping out in your geography lessons while I was in Lower Sixth.

“You always had a smile on your face, would always say hello when we bumped into each other around school.

“By the looks of this group, you made a real impact on so many people.”

Brian Coulshed, headmaster of Parmiter’s School, Brian Coulshed described how “immensely saddened” the school was to be informed of Eleanor’s tragic death.

He said: “Eleanor was a very popular and successful student, who had many friends and who was very well-liked by her teachers.

“We are providing support for our grieving community and we much appreciate the sympathy the school has received, from so many people and organisations.

“Our thoughts are with Eleanor’s family and many friends and we will continue to provide support for them at this very difficult time.”

Girl guide Eleanor Austin was hit by a silver Peugeot on the A405 North Orbital Road on Friday, at 3.45pm, either on a pedestrian crossing or very close to one.