Modern studies teacher appears in court charged with sexual assault

Cameron Montgomery, who was employed at Beath High School, appeared at Dunfermline Sheriff Court on Wednesday.

Fife modern studies teacher appears in court charged with two counts of sexual assault — Court: The 27-year-old was a modern studies teacher at Beath High School. Google Maps

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A modern studies teacher at a Fife secondary school has appeared in court charged with sexual assault.

Cameron Montgomery, who was employed at Beath High School in Cowdenbeath, appeared at Dunfermline Sheriff Court on Wednesday, facing two counts of sexual assault.

The 27-year-old made no plea and was granted bail. His next court appearance is to be confirmed.

In an email sent to parents and guardians of children attending the school, seen by STV News, the incident is described as “unsettling.”

The communication with parents stated all “appropriate procedures” are being followed.

Donald Macleod, Fife Council’s executive director of education, said children and young people with concerns “will be listened to and supported”.

He said: “We take the safety and wellbeing of all our children and young people extremely seriously. Their protection is always our main focus.

“We have robust processes in place in our schools to keep all children and young people safe. We encourage children and young people to share any information about concerns they have, knowing they will be listened to and supported as they do so.

“We regularly review and update our child protection processes.

“As a responsible employer Fife Council cannot discuss individual circumstances of current or former staff members. However, we always take swift action against inappropriate or criminal behaviour.”