SPLASH opened in 1990. HSE and the ambulance service have been contacted for more information. Classes average around 13 students at GCSE, and 68 students during A Levels. On Friday morning the whole School gathered in the Hall for Prayers, reflecting on the inspirational life of a truly remarkable monarch, and aSunday evening service was held inHer Majesty's memory, celebrating her life through hymns and prayer. A Condolence Book will soon be opened in the Chapel for the community to leave their messages. Claire Oulton, Head of St Catherine's Bramley and a graduate from Somerville College, Oxford, was appointed headmistress in 2000. I am happy to be kept up to date with school news, events or other activities which may be of interest. Head teacher Gill Knox said staff had been left shocked and saddened. The disposal worker was reportedly crushed to death while doing the rounds at Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, Kent, a prestigious school where Princess Anne once attended. In a report from The Sun, it's understood the lorry had suddenly rolled back, and despite his best efforts to try and stop it, he couldn't. The new theatre was opened by Helena Bonham Carter in 2007. and experience that will benefit them for life. A refuse worker has died after being struck by a bin lorry in the grounds of a school in Kent. It has 550 students from age 10-19 yr. "Caroline has been a loved and well-respected supply teacher here for a number of years, who has enriched the lives of the many children she has taught. Drama and the Arts are popular; the school's annual play has on occasion been performed in London theatres such as the Palladium (Me and My Girl; 2002). 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He told the inquest at the Shepway Centre, Maidstone, that he found no mechanical defects with the 7.5-ton Isuzu, but the handbrake - similar to that found in most cars - had been applied one click from safety. Javier Peiro, managing director of waste contractor Urbaser Ltd, said: "Our thoughts are with the crew member's family and friends at this difficult time. Applications to Benenden exceed available spots, and parents seeking to enroll their daughter often register her years in advance. We are so grateful to the whole community for coming together and showing their support. Admissions: School's own exam, plus . [according to whom?]. His next of kin have been informed. No children are believed to have seen the incident, the victim of which was a contractor for Tunbridge Wells Council. The Seniors' Window was added to the chapel as part of a refurbishment and rededication. (9.00am to 5.00pm), 2018 Benenden School. Expressing his condolences to Mr Betts' widow Lesley and daughter Laura, Mr Blunsdon said he had been "a very brave man trying to repair the situation". 8 were here. A Benenden School spokesman said: We can confirm that there was a serious accident on Wednesday morning involving a refuse collection vehicle which, tragically, resulted in the death of a refuse worker working for a contractor on behalf of the council. Get our daily royal round-up direct to your inbox. Benenden is a full-boarding school and has around 540 to 550 girls. The majority of vehicles in Urbaser's fleet were fitted with air brakes for both the foot pedal and the parking brake. It aims to welcome 1,500 students and is set to cost GBP13,100 (US$17,862) per term at home. I guess they were ambulances now. The senior students, in their last two years (ages 1618), go to sixth form houses called Beeches, Elms, Limes and Oaks,[citation needed] which make up the sixth form centre, known as Founders. Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country, serving the United Kingdom wonderfully for many. He added the company's policy had initially been "wait and see", hoping crews would speed up as they got used to the new routes, but eventually the firm had to introduce many more collection lorries and hire more staff. You can also enter your email address in the box below the picture on most desktop and mobile platforms. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Benenden School: A Complete Education since 1923. A Health and Safety Executive investigation is underway to establish what caused Wednesday's accident. My colleague told me. 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A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an elite girls boarding school. I heard what sounded like eight or nine ambulances, lots of sirens. Frida Leakey worked here as a French teacher before she discovered a gorge of human fossils in Tanganyika. Staff rushed to help the man, who has not been identified, after he reportedly became stuck between a wall and the lorry. The driver is believed to have tried to stop the truck, but couldn't. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. In 1963 Princess Anne and Princess Basma of Jordan became pupils at Benenden. Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. He did a lot of work landscaping the property, forming much of the park as it is now. View our online Press Pack. Occasionally, the Sunday services are taken in the village church, about 15 to 20 minutes' walk away. Sep 12 A special service was held in Benenden's Centenary Hall last night, in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The curriculum is traditional, but also broad and forward-looking enough to provide education in its widest sense. Benenden, Cranbrook, Kent, benenden.kent.sch.uk 09 Sep 2022 General The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. What's he waiting for? Another Benenden resident, Karen Callaghan, said: "It's very sad for the village. As the school grew, so more boarding houses were established or constructed: Norris House in 1924, Medway and Marshall in 1925, Echyngham in 1930, and Guldeford in 1936. There are six periods in the day; each lesson is one hour long. Follow BBC South East on Facebook, on Twitter, and on Instagram. A Benenden School spokesman statement says: We can confirm that there was a serious accident yesterday morning involving a refuse collection vehicle which, tragically, resulted in the death of a refuse worker working for a contractor on behalf of the council. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. In a written statement read to the inquest, Mr Rabbett described how Mr Betts had reassigned him to a different round that morning because of staff shortages, with Mr Betts deciding to drive the round himself. He said: "Our thoughts are with the crew members family and friends at this difficult time. The school confirmed that there no one else had been hurt in the incident. View all details Compare with other schools Fee 10,833 Yearly fee 14,501 Boarding Apply now Scholarships Academic scholarships All Rounder awards Art scholarships Design scholarships The tragedy occurred outside Benenden School in Kent on Wednesday, The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School while doing his rounds on Wednesday, An investigation has now been launched into the accident. Former pupils of Benenden School are known as Seniors. Pensioner, Mariel Davies, 74, said: There was an awful lot of noise yesterday morning. Address Cranbrook Road, Benenden, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 4AA Local authority Kent (886) Headteacher / Principal Mrs S Price Age range 10 to 19 Phase of education Not applicable School type Other. After their first season training on the new pitch, Benenden's 1st lacrosse team won the National Schools Championships. Urbaser's assistant service manager Patrick Hopkins also told the jury the vehicle driven by Mr Betts was unusual as it still had a ratchet handbrake. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, Kent, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). The loss of Her Majesty will be keenly felt across the School, but her example will continue to inspire Benenden students for generations to come. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). The entire school must assemble for this every morning, except Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, at 8:30. [citation needed] All students live in ten boarding houses. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Police have confirmed the details, with a spokesman saying: "We were called at 8.20am on Wednesday, to the grounds of a school off Mounts Hill, Benenden. He wasn't an old bloke, he was just a young fella.". Benenden offers a range of extracurricular activities. View our online Press Pack. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. She was known for her role as Danielle Mullane in Can't Cope, Won't Cope (2016-2018). According to a report by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, Benenden School was founded in 1923. In 1940, the school was evacuated from Kent, moving into the Hotel Bristol in Newquay, Cornwall, led by Christine Sheldon and Kathleen Bird, two of the founders. If you have more than one child, please select all applicable ages. For more information read our, Students Celebrate Benenden's Native Languages Week, Benenden Hosts SecondEarly Career Teachers' Conference. He also created the lake in the grounds. Mr Betts was a very brave man trying to repair the situation. Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. No. Signing up to the KentLive newsletter means you'll get the latest news direct to your inbox twice a day. He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". Mrs Andrews was a supply teacher at Benenden CE School in the village. It couldn't be simpler and it takes seconds - simply press here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. Nobody else was harmed during the incident and we have commenced a full investigation.". Collection supervisor Mr Betts died instantly from massive chest injuries after being caught between the cab door and the vehicle's frame when the truck rolled into a hedge. Something went wrong, please try again later. The unnamed public sector worker died at about 8.20am on Wednesday at the prestigious Benenden School near Tenterden, which has taught the likes of Princess Anne. We are deeply saddened by the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. All rights reserved. Tuition is 10,833 for the highest grade offered. He said: "Most of the new rounds were too big for anyone to complete. "We are providing support to those affected by this tragic incident.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Sports practices take place during the lunch break as well as after lessons end. Benenden School is a Secondary, Girls school located in Kent, South East. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. School staff rushed to his aid and called paramedics, who couldn't save his life despite their best efforts. You can opt-out at any time. "The lorry rolled back. An investigation into the circumstances of the tragic accident has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive. After hearing the evidence, the jury concluded the death was the result of an accident. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 2023 BBC. The house, which featured a prominent tower and was described as having "alarming vitality" was subsequently remodelled in 1912 by Herbert Cescinsky at the behest of its new owner, newspaper magnate and later Lord Rothermere, Harold Harmsworth. Kent Police launched a. Mr Betts had been a keen darts player, having previously played for the Kent county team and been a contestant on the popular TV darts quiz show Bullseye. Wed send our daughters here in a flash. The man's detention follows an extensive county-wide hunt involving armed officers, which saw police carry out searches throughout the county, including on the rail network. Read more: All the latest news from Tenterden. Several. Benenden School is home to around 500 girls. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of. The Benenden Science Centre was opened by the Princess Royal on 10 October 2012. By accepting all cookies, you agree to our use of cookies to deliver and maintain our services and site, improve the quality of Reddit, personalize Reddit content and advertising, and measure the effectiveness of advertising. Tel: 01580 240592 DeSantis won't say he's running. Our Education Directory has everything you could possibly need! I am happy to be kept up to date with school news, events or other activities which may be of interest. We give thanks for her life of service to our nation and our thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family at this sad time. They also had alarms that sounded if the cab door was opened with the parking brake not fully activated, but Mr Betts' vehicle had no such alarm. A policespokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. The dining room was also built in 1936, with the school hall following in 1938. [5] Grease was its first production in December of that year. Benenden Giving Day 2022 has now ended. He had just destroyed a German V-1 flying bomb the explosion from which also destroyed his own aircraft. The study centre includes the Eugenia Leung Library and classrooms. Pupils studying for their GCSEs must generally take 10 or 11 subjects, including Mathematics, Science and English and one modern language. [2] It is now listed at grade II.[3]. Nobody else was injured in the incident and no pupils or staff were involved, Benenden School said in a statement. You'd end up finishing Monday's round on a Wednesday.". Benenden expects each girl to be a responsible and considerate global citizen who is outward looking, courageous and compassionate. The school play, written for the occasion, A Great Company was performed at Her Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket. Princes Anne was a pupil at the independent boarding school for girls. What's for dinner? The elite boarding school is home to 500 pupils and was attended by Princess Anne who began her education there in 1963. For more information, please see our The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. The Seniors' Association was established, and the school magazine was inaugurated. Hawara: 'What happened was horrific and barbaric', The people who want you to believe the Ukraine war is fake, What we've learned from Alex Murdaugh murder trial. Facilities [ edit] A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an all girls boarding school. Binman Andrew Betts' death at Benenden School, Kent, was a tragic accident, an inquest heard Credit: Benenden School Mr Betts - known to friends and family as Andy - was just one. As one of the foremost globally minded bilingual schools in China, Benenden School Guangzhou balances a strong foundation of Chinese heritage and national cultural identity with a worldly outlook. There was police going all the way through the entrance and they put an officer on the gate. ", An HSE spokesman said: HSE are aware of the incident and are assisting the Police with their enquiries.. A worker at the school told The Sun: "I think there was a problem with the lorry's handbrake. 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He saw all the police there. The 2007 play was Grease, held in the new theatre, completed in February 2007. [2], The first property on the site was a house built by Robert of Hemsted in 1216. Registration: Three to four years before entry. The vehicle, which had been parked on a slight incline, began to roll forward. The first general inspection was made and Benenden was recognised as 'efficient'. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. Plan meals, try new foods and explore cuisines with tested recipes from the country's top chefs. [15], Kent Music Summer School has been held at Benenden School since 1948. Kent Police said the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will lead any investigation. The remodelling saw the "vitality" toned down and the upper levels of the tower removed. Benenden's stated aim is for its academic programme to encourage a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and discovery. A refuse worker has died after being struck by a bin lorry in the grounds of a school in Kent. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The 75th anniversary of the school was celebrated in 199899 with a service at St Paul's Cathedral and a programme of special events for seniors at Benenden, St James's Palace and other London venues. Other activities include hockey, fencing, badminton, volleyball, golf, riding, judo, tae kwondo, trampolining, rounders, football, aerobics, athletics, rugby sevens (Kent Girls Under-18 Champions 2009) and squash. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). The school, whose alumni includes Princess Anne and actress Rachel Weisz, added: "The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.". Living, learning, sporting, and leisure facilities are clustered around the original 19th-century main house. DeSantis won't say he's running. The following year the eco-classroom, a totally self-sustaining building, opened in the Victorian Water Gardens. Mr Betts, of Tonbridge, Kent, initially got out of the vehicle to help his loader - Edward Sheldrake - the only other member of the crew. 'Rape culture' scandal deepens as ex-Benenden pupil, 24, sends NEW dossier with dozens of sex abuse claims to heads of top public schools - and universities in Exeter and Bristol are dragged into row The park was the seat of the Guldeford . The unnamed public sector worker died at about 8.20am on Wednesday at the prestigious Benenden School near Tenterden, which has taught the likes of Princess Anne. Benenden says that its boarding ethos is to complement, not replace, family life. A Kent Police spokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. For more information read our. We give thanks for her life of service to our nation and our thoughts and prayers are with the Royal Family at this sad time. Benenden has a boarding population of over 550 girls aged 11 to 18, as well as a limited number of day student spaces. [citation needed] It hence maintains sister-school ties with Wycombe Abbey, as well as Godstowe Preparatory School, High Wycombe, and St Leonards School. Benenden, founded in 1923, is set in 240 acres of rolling parkland at Hemsted Park. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. [2], In 1718 the property was sold to Sir John Norris, the commander-in-chief of George II's navy. No one else was injured in the incident and it's understood children at the school didn't witness the fatal accident. Elizabeth I visited Thomas Guldeford at the house and he was knighted by her at Rye a few days later. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Kent Benenden death: Police wait to quiz murder suspect 6 February 2016 Detectives are still waiting to question a man detained in connection with the death of a woman. Mr Betts - known to friends and family as Andy - was just one handbrake click away from safety, the hearing was told. [8] All teaching staff and a significant number of administrative staff are house tutors. Other former students include TV presenter Amanda de Cadenet, socialite Lady Victoria Hervey plus actresses Rachel Weisz and Ellie Kendrick. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. In the late 14th century, Richard II granted the manor to William of Guldeford. Each boarding house has a housemistress or housemaster, a deputy housemistress or housemaster, a team of matrons (resident, day and evening) as well as tutors. "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved. All rights reserved. There is a traditional school hall where morning prayers are taken. Something went wrong, please try again later. If you have more than one child, please select all applicable ages. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Police investigators found the ratchet-style handbrake had only been applied four clicks up when five would have held the vehicle at the top of the 4.7 degree incline. Peter Cushing's former seaside home on market for 1.4m, The Kent criminals jailed in February for drug running, fraud, biting police officers and other crimes, 3% Council Tax rise for Folkestone & Hythe residents, Mr Doodle to turn blank town centre walls in Ashford into artworks, 'Violence' at nightclub sparks police calls for licence review, Station master arrested after dozens killed in Greece train crash, Survivors describe 'nightmarish seconds' as trains crashed, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. |Website Design by Oyster Marketing. Email: registry@benenden.school The book Benenden: A Great Company by David Souden was published. She was posthumously awarded at the 2021 IFTA Awards for her final role in Cathy Brady's film Wildfire.. [16], Coordinates: .mw-parser-output .geo-default,.mw-parser-output .geo-dms,.mw-parser-output .geo-dec{display:inline}.mw-parser-output .geo-nondefault,.mw-parser-output .geo-multi-punct{display:none}.mw-parser-output .longitude,.mw-parser-output .latitude{white-space:nowrap}51431N 03419E / 51.07528N 0.57194E / 51.07528; 0.57194. Danika "Nika" McGuigan (4 January 1986 - 23 July 2019) was an actress born in Northern Ireland and raised in England. No one could come through the back entrance of the school at all. The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. The new school had a temporary home in Bickley for the first term while the three founders set about finding a new permanent site, requiring at least seventy bedrooms and large grounds. Neighbours described "an accumulation of police vehicles", The property is off the village's main street. 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