The Benenden Science Centre was opened by the Princess Royal on 10 October 2012. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Whether stretching academic high-flyers to even greater heights, or supporting pupils to achieve things they never thought possible, Benenden is an expert at helping every girl to reach her potential. 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). 8 were here. ", An HSE spokesman said: HSE are aware of the incident and are assisting the Police with their enquiries.. 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. 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. [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. Benenden, Cranbrook, Kent, benenden.kent.sch.uk 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. Another Benenden resident, Karen Callaghan, said: "It's very sad for the village. Everyone knows everyone round here. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. Read about our approach to external linking. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. No. VideoAt the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Blackpink lead top stars back on the road in Asia, 'Wales is in England' gaffe sparks TikToker's trip, Ukraine war casts shadow over India's G20 ambitions, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. View our online Press Pack. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. There were no witnesses, but the court concluded that once Mr Betts had got out of the cab, the vehicle began to roll away and he ran alongside it before leaning in in an unsuccessful bid to stop the vehicle by pushing the foot brake by hand. Gillian du Charme became headmistress in 1985. Benenden, founded in 1923, is set in 240 acres of rolling parkland at Hemsted Park. You'd end up finishing Monday's round on a Wednesday.". Beloved family man; accomplished attorney known for his 'integrity and professionalism'; active in his Harding Township community, 79 Gerard E. Hanlon, age 79, of Harding Township, NJ and Otisco Lake, New York passed away on Saturday, June 11, 2022 after a long, hard fought battle with prostate cancer. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. Something went wrong, please try again later. (9.00am to 5.00pm), 2018 Benenden School. With more than 150 different activities to choose from, there really is something for every girl at Benenden. Former pupils of Benenden School are known as Seniors. A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an all girls boarding school. Living, learning, sporting, and leisure facilities are clustered around the original 19th-century main house. Questioned by William Irwin, a barrister representing Mr Betts' family, Mr Sheldrake said for six months Urbaser had made no changes but then had "completely altered all the collection routes". 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. Especially this time of the year. 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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. Its terrible, absolutely awful. She was known for her role as Danielle Mullane in Can't Cope, Won't Cope (2016-2018). 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. Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Beer and wine sales in Canada fall to all-time low, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot loses re-election bid, Daily walk prevents one in 10 early deaths - study, Finland starts construction of Russia border fence, Uranium particles enriched to 83.7% found in Iran. 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. Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country, serving the United Kingdom wonderfully for many. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of Benenden School, near Cranbrook, Kent on Wednesday morning's round. Our Education Directory has everything you could possibly need! Email: registry@benenden.school A police spokesman said he remained in hospital and his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Mrs Andrews was a supply teacher at Benenden CE School in the village. 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. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Tours abroad are occasionally organised. Tel: 01580 240592 Registration: Three to four years before entry. The curriculum is traditional, but also broad and forward-looking enough to provide education in its widest sense. Learn more 1 2 3 550 Girls attend the school 90% level 9-7 at GCSE achieved in 2022 35% A* at A Level achieved in 2022 129 Claire Oulton, Head of St Catherine's Bramley and a graduate from Somerville College, Oxford, was appointed headmistress in 2000. 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 Read about our approach to external linking. He wasn't an old bloke, he was just a young fella.". The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Several members of school staff tried to help the worker before emergency teams arrived but he was pronounced dead at the scene. A Condolence Book will soon be opened in the Chapel for the community to leave their messages. The belief is that these lead to a more rounded education and strongly favour individualism. Hemsted Park, historically sometimes known as Hempsted Park, is a 100 hectares (250 acres) former country estate and manor house north-west of the village of Benenden in the English county of Kent.It is the site of Benenden School, an independent boarding school for girls.The school operates a commercial arts programme using the name Hemsted Park. 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. The school confirmed that there no one else had been hurt in the incident. [9] Swimming is held in the Sunley Pool Leisure and Sports Hall (SPLASH), which accommodates a 250-foot pool and a gymnasium. 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. Location: Cranbrook, Kent TN17 4AA Website: benenden.school Head: Samantha Price, MA, since 2014; previously Head at Godolphin Pupils: 560 girls: 10 day, 550 boarding Ages: 11-18 Term fees: Day 10,883; boarding: 14,501 Oxbridge: 4% Admission: ISEB Pre-Test, CE or school's own exam, interview and previous school's report In July 1923 the first council meeting of the new school was held and 24 girls were registered. Several members of School staff were immediately on the scene and did everything they could to help the man before the emergency services arrived. The founders retired in 1954 and Elizabeth Clarke became headmistress. The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. 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 Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. The earliest available records show the land in the possession of Odo, Earl of Kent, the man believed to have commissioned the Bayeux Tapestry, having been given itamong much other property in the countyby his half-brother William the Conqueror. 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. and experience that will benefit them for life. 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. The average class size was 16, and there were 75 schoolteachers, making a teacher pupil ratio of 1:7. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. 2023 BBC. No children are believed to have seen the incident, the victim of which was a contractor for Tunbridge Wells Council. She was posthumously awarded at the 2021 IFTA Awards for her final role in Cathy Brady's film Wildfire.. "It's a huge school. Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. Two further sixth form houses opened in 1993 (Limes and Oaks). News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. The "new stage" theatre fundraising campaign was launched. Tel: 01580 240592 Privacy Policy. We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. [4] The new Guldeford House opened the following year. 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. and our Several. Whether stretching academic high-flyers to even greater heights, or supporting pupils to achieve things they never thought possible, Benenden is an expert at helping every girl to reach her potential. 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. You can opt-out at any time. . He then examined the tachograph of the vehicle and determined it had been stationary for 19 seconds before beginning to roll. For more information read our, Students Celebrate Benenden's Native Languages Week, Benenden Hosts SecondEarly Career Teachers' Conference. All rights reserved. He was located in the London area on Friday and taken to hospital for treatment for injuries. No one could come through the back entrance of the school at all. The new all-weather pitch and pavilion was opened by television personality Davina McCall on 10 September 2016. Our popular boarding model develops girls social and emotional skills and gives access to a wide range of benefits and opportunities. 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. 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. The remodelling saw the "vitality" toned down and the upper levels of the tower removed. Facilities [ edit] There have been, and continue to be, many improvements to the site. 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Anne Hindle stayed at Benenden to look after the estate and persuaded the Ministry of Health to use Benenden as a military hospital. ", A policespokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority.Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. Benenden offers a range of extracurricular activities. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. There are six junior boarding houses (ages 1116), consisting of Marshall, Medway, Guldeford, Echyngham, Norris and Hemsted. If you have more than one child, please select all applicable ages. PC Robin Youngs, a police forensic investigation officer, examined the vehicle after the tragedy. A worker at the school told the publication that he had believed there had been a problem with the handbrake. Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene in Cranbrook Road. 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. I would presume the entrance opposite my house is where the dustbins go in as its the back of the school.. The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. Benenden School is home to around 500 girls (Image: Google) A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an all girls boarding school. Head teacher Gill Knox said staff had been left shocked and saddened. He did a lot of work landscaping the property, forming much of the park as it is now. The Leelands building was refurbished and became a classroom block for humanities subjects. A Health and Safety Executive investigation is underway to establish what caused Wednesday's accident. I heard what sounded like eight or nine ambulances, lots of sirens. The man who died, who has not yet been identified, was employed by a contractor on behalf of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. Cookie Notice A BINMAN was crushed to death by his lorry at a 13,000-a term all-girls boarding school once attended by Princess Anne. What's he waiting for? Each year around 24 school prefects are nominated, called Upper Sixths. The locals have been here a long time. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. According to a report by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, Benenden School was founded in 1923. "The Health and Safety Executive will lead any subsequent investigation.". Email: schooloffice@benenden.school, Tel: 01580 240592 "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved.". It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Instead of wearing the normal navy blue sixth-form uniform, they wear white- and red-striped blouses and grey jumpers. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Benenden is a full-boarding school and has around 540 to 550 girls. Read about our approach to external linking. It reached a speed of 13mph, but there was evidence the footbrake had been applied just before impact. 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. The role of the tutor is to provide individual weekly support and guidance. As a community, we have marked the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the past few days. [8] Girls often play these at county and sometimes national levels; a current senior England lacrosse player was introduced as head of lacrosse in 2008. A binman has been crushed to death by his own lorry at a school. Benenden School, the prestigious British boarding school attended by Princess Anne, the only daughter of Queen Elizabeth II, is opening a campus in the Panyu district of Guangzhou, China in late 2023. Tuition is 10,833 for the highest grade offered. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. The school occupies a Victorian country house set in 250 acres of gardens and woodland in the Weald of Kent. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk. [2], Thomas Hallett Hodges bought the house in 1786. 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. Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. The scene is close to the exclusive Benenden School. The school's most recent enhancement has been the construction of an all-weather sports pitch and pavilion in September 2016. The Benenden School, a UK-based boarding school famously attended by Royal Family's Princess Anne, has been highly regarded as one of the country's leading independent school that is currently on track to expand their global reach and open a second campus based in Guangzhou, China. In the late 14th century, Richard II granted the manor to William of Guldeford. There was police going all the way through the entrance and they put an officer on the gate. For more information read our. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation. SPLASH opened in 1990. The Princess Royal, 70, Prince Andrew's ex Lady Victoria Hervey, 44, Oscar-winning actress Rachel Weisz, 50, and TV presenter Amanda de Cadenet, 48, are among former students at Benenden, one of Britain's top boarding schools. A BINMAN was crushed to death by his lorry at a 13,000-a term all-girls boarding school once attended by Princess Anne. Staff shortages also meant the supervisor was on an active round rather than based in the office as he should have been, the hearing heard. The Elizabethan property was demolished in 1860 following the acquisition of the estate by Lord Cranbrook. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of. Sports practices take place during the lunch break as well as after lessons end. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. I am happy to be kept up to date with school news, events or other activities which may be of interest. 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. The majority of vehicles in Urbaser's fleet were fitted with air brakes for both the foot pedal and the parking brake. In 2001 the Clarke Centre with the Eugenia Leung Library was completed. The new theatre was opened by Helena Bonham Carter in 2007. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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School staff rushed to his aid and called paramedics, who couldn't save his life despite their best efforts. Elizabeth I visited Thomas Guldeford at the house and he was knighted by her at Rye a few days later. Benenden has a long association with the Royal Family; having educated HRH The Princess Royal in the 1960s, the School was honoured to welcome Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to Benenden on occasion and is proud that HRH The Princess Royal holds the title of President of the Benenden Society. The book Benenden: A Great Company by David Souden was published. Read about our approach to external linking. The school has two main objectives: for every girl to achieve the best possible academic standards and qualifications, and for each girl to experience the maximum enjoyment in her learning. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. 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. This website and its associated newspaper are members of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). 1927 was an important year for Benenden, with the number of girls reaching 200. |Website Design by Oyster Marketing, A Complete Education is the philosophy at Benenden that underpins everything we do, hours a week are dedicated to volunteering, of students achieved places at a Top 10 World University in 2022, We are passionate about education in its broadest sense so that every girl who studies and lives here receives a Complete Education and enjoys her school days., Top notch education delivered with exceptional warmth in a beautiful corner of England. The vehicle, which had been parked on a slight incline, began to roll forward. It aims to welcome 1,500 students and is set to cost GBP13,100 (US$17,862) per term at home. 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. Main school sports include lacrosse, rounders, karate, and tennis. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. His next of kin have been informed.". It couldn't be simpler and it takes seconds - simply press here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. The school play, written for the occasion, A Great Company was performed at Her Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket. "Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. 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. His next of kin have been informed.". '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 . A police cordon was put in place outside the large property in Benenden - a bungalow called Greenacres - on a sprawling private estate opposite the village green. Sign up to our daily newsletter for all the latest Kent stories and breaking news delivered straight to your inbox. of Pupils: 551. Danika "Nika" McGuigan (4 January 1986 - 23 July 2019) was an actress born in Northern Ireland and raised in England. "At the present time, we cannot comment on what has happened but our thoughts and prayers are with her family, and all who knew her and will miss her.". Occasionally, the Sunday services are taken in the village church, about 15 to 20 minutes' walk away. ", News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 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. In January 1924 Hemsted Park, near the village of Benenden in Kent, was leased to the founders, and the school was named Benenden School, to avoid confusion with Hemel Hempstead. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visits HRH The Princess Royal at Benenden School [8] All teaching staff and a significant number of administrative staff are house tutors. What's he waiting for? [citation needed] All students live in ten boarding houses. An investigation into the circumstances of the tragic accident has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive. The Seniors' Window was added to the chapel as part of a refurbishment and rededication. There's hundreds of acres. THE death of a binman crushed by his own lorry at Princess Anne's old school was a tragic accident, an inquest heard. His next of kin have been informed. View our online Press Pack. Benenden has a boarding population of over 550 girls aged 11 to 18, as well as a limited number of day student spaces. A worker at the school told The Sun: "I think there was a problem with the lorry's handbrake. Her previous films included The Secret Scripture (2016) alongside Rooney Mara and . Benenden has a boarding population of over 550 girls aged 11 to 18, as well as a limited number of day student spaces. The Seniors' Association was established, and the school magazine was inaugurated. Mr Betts was a very brave man trying to repair the situation. It's really posh. The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. There are six periods in the day; each lesson is one hour long. You can still make a gift towards Be the Change via these options: ONLINE: Be the Change Donation Form; BANK TRANSFER: Benenden School (Kent) Limited. [15], Kent Music Summer School has been held at Benenden School since 1948. The grounds which the school now occupies are known as Hemsted Park. Frida Leakey worked here as a French teacher before she discovered a gorge of human fossils in Tanganyika. On 3 August 1944, Jean Maridor, a Free French pilot, died when his aircraft crashed close to the school buildings and military hospital. A Kent Police spokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. Officer on the gate worker was killed when the truck hit him in the Chapel for the village,... 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