She said: "Caroline and her family live in the village and are well known to the school. Benenden, founded in 1923, is set in 240 acres of rolling parkland at Hemsted Park. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk. Neighbour Derek Catlin described Mrs Andrews and her family as "normal, very pleasant people". Video, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story, Ed Sheeran says wife developed tumour in pregnancy, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, Bieber cancels remaining Justice world tour dates, Ruling party wins Nigeria's presidential election, Uranium particles enriched to 83.7% found in Iran, Pictures show devastation after Greece train disaster, Daily walk prevents one in 10 early deaths - study, Finland starts construction of Russia border fence, Trump lashes out at Murdoch over vote fraud case. 2023 BBC. The Leelands building was refurbished and became a classroom block for humanities subjects. The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. Several members of School staff were immediately on the scene and did everything they could to help the man before the emergency services arrived. In 2008, there were about 525 girls aged eleven to eighteen, of whom 182 were in the sixth form. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Privacy Policy. 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. [2] It is now listed at grade II.[3]. There are six periods in the day; each lesson is one hour long. (9.00am to 5.00pm), 2018 Benenden School. [2], In 1718 the property was sold to Sir John Norris, the commander-in-chief of George II's navy. The Elizabethan property was demolished in 1860 following the acquisition of the estate by Lord Cranbrook. View our online Press Pack. of Pupils: 551. Benenden School - where. 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. He commissioned the building of a new house, the extant Hemsted House, employing David Brandon, president of the Royal Institute of British Architects to design the new mansion. 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. Email: schooloffice@benenden.school, Tel: 01580 240592 To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. He had been driving the refuse truck on November 25 last year when he climbed out to help a colleague. As a community, we have marked the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the past few days. It reached a speed of 13mph, but there was evidence the footbrake had been applied just before impact. 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. Cookie Notice "It's terrible. Mr Betts, of Tonbridge, Kent, initially got out of the vehicle to help his loader - Edward Sheldrake - the only other member of the crew. [7] Sixth formers remain members of their junior house and take up positions of responsibility in them. "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. An investigation into the circumstances of the tragic accident has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive. Email: schooloffice@benenden.school, Tel: 01580 240592 [2], The first property on the site was a house built by Robert of Hemsted in 1216. [citation needed] It hence maintains sister-school ties with Wycombe Abbey, as well as Godstowe Preparatory School, High Wycombe, and St Leonards School. 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Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England. My colleague told me. Brilliant for bright girls with an appetite for learning, backed by reassuringly thorough pastoral care., "Benendens strapline is A Complete Education, and theyre right: girls leave wonderfully equipped not just for university, but for life too. "We are providing support to those affected by this tragic incident.". Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. Kent Police launched a. 1927 was an important year for Benenden, with the number of girls reaching 200. For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, A binman was crushed to death by his lorry on the grounds of 13,000-a-term Benenden School, in Kent, Princess Anne is among the boarding school's former pupils, The school is set in around 240 acres of parkland, Oscar-winning actress Rachel Weisz also attended the all-girls school, Lady Victoria Hervey also attended the all-girls school, Binman killed as his own lorry hits him in the grounds of Princess Annes posh 13,000-a-term school, Greece train crash: Inside 10 seconds of terror after worst ever head-on smash sparks derailment blaze leaving 38 dead, Man, 43, died after being held down by security guards at Sainsbury's, Woman, 37, found dead in posh flat near racecourse as man charged with murder, Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). All rights reserved. There is also a small chapel. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. You can opt-out at any time. Prince Philip dedicated his life to our country, serving the United Kingdom wonderfully for many. 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. Classes average around 13 students at GCSE, and 68 students during A Levels. No. The elite boarding school is home to 500 pupils and was attended by Princess Anne who began her education there in 1963. DeSantis won't say he's running. 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. School staff rushed to help and tried to give him first aid after it is feared he was trapped between the lorry and a wall. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of Benenden School, near Cranbrook, Kent on Wednesday morning's round. For more information, please see our Javier Peiro, managing director at waste contractors Urbaser Ltd, said they were "deeply saddened" by the crew member's death. 2023 BBC. Death / Obituaries. There have been, and continue to be, many improvements to the site. The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. (9.00am to 5.00pm), 2018 Benenden School. The first general inspection was made and Benenden was recognised as 'efficient'. 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. He also created the lake in the grounds. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation into the tragedy. Neighbours described "an accumulation of police vehicles", The property is off the village's main street. 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. Follow BBC South East on Facebook, on Twitter, and on Instagram. Wed send our daughters here in a flash. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. Usually there were two loaders but, again, because of staff shortages there was only one on duty that day. Claire Oulton, Head of St Catherine's Bramley and a graduate from Somerville College, Oxford, was appointed headmistress in 2000. All girls were prepared for GCSE, AS Level, A Level, and universities, and academic, sport, drama, art, music, and design technology scholarships were available. 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Kent Police launched a manhunt to locate the 54-year-old suspect after the body of Caroline Andrews, 52, was found at a property in The Street. |Website Design by Oyster Marketing. [9] Swimming is held in the Sunley Pool Leisure and Sports Hall (SPLASH), which accommodates a 250-foot pool and a gymnasium. I guess they were ambulances now. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. Janet Allen became headmistress in 1976. [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. ", 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, Covid origin likely China lab incident - FBI chief, 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. In the late 14th century, Richard II granted the manor to William of Guldeford. The scene is close to the exclusive Benenden School. "The Health and Safety Executive will lead any subsequent investigation.". 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. The 2007 play was Grease, held in the new theatre, completed in February 2007. He said: "Our thoughts are with the crew members family and friends at this difficult time. Its terrible, absolutely awful. This website and its associated newspaper are members of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene in Cranbrook Road. It is believed Mr Betts made this decision because round six was the shortest round and so could be completed more quickly, allowing him to return to base to continue his other supervisory duties. [4] The new Guldeford House opened the following year. Get our daily royal round-up direct to your inbox. 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". Sports practices take place during the lunch break as well as after lessons end. Each year around 24 school prefects are nominated, called Upper Sixths. You can opt-out at any time. Lessons at the school start at 9am and carry on until 5:30pm. It chose Microsoft and DataON for an Integrated System for Azure Stack HCI to p. Everyone knows everyone round here. Sign up to our daily newsletter for all the latest Kent stories and breaking news delivered straight to your inbox. For more information read our. The school's most recent enhancement has been the construction of an all-weather sports pitch and pavilion in September 2016. Account number 05509343. The dining room was also built in 1936, with the school hall following in 1938. Facilities [ edit] It aims to welcome 1,500 students and is set to cost GBP13,100 (US$17,862) per term at home. The Seniors' Association was established, and the school magazine was inaugurated. The new all-weather pitch and pavilion was opened by television personality Davina McCall on 10 September 2016. 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 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. A binman has been crushed to death by his own lorry at a school. He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". 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". Benenden School Regarded as one of the top all-girls schools in the country, Benenden was founded in 1923 Ages: 11-18. 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.". No one could come through the back entrance of the school at all. With more than 150 different activities to choose from, there really is something for every girl at Benenden. The curriculum is traditional, but also broad and forward-looking enough to provide education in its widest sense. A worker at the school told the publication that he had believed there had been a problem with the handbrake. In July 1923 the first council meeting of the new school was held and 24 girls were registered. You can also sign up to our website and comment on our stories by pressing here and signing in. If you have more than one child, please select all applicable ages. 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 A school that supports academic rigour whilst at the same time understanding and promoting the importance of sports, arts and STEAM education. He was located in the London area on Friday and taken to hospital for treatment for injuries. Occasionally, the Sunday services are taken in the village church, about 15 to 20 minutes' walk away. The following year the eco-classroom, a totally self-sustaining building, opened in the Victorian Water Gardens. Pupils studying for their GCSEs must generally take 10 or 11 subjects, including Mathematics, Science and English and one modern language. 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. Frida Leakey worked here as a French teacher before she discovered a gorge of human fossils in Tanganyika. Especially this time of the year. His next of kin have been informed.". Admissions: School's own exam, plus . She was posthumously awarded at the 2021 IFTA Awards for her final role in Cathy Brady's film Wildfire.. Several members of school staff tried to help the worker before emergency teams arrived but he was pronounced dead at the scene. He added that he would consider whether it was necessary for him to write a report giving advice that might help prevent future accidents after written submissions from Mr Betts' family and Urbaser's legal team. 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. Benenden has a boarding population of over 550 girls aged 11 to 18, as well as a limited number of day student spaces. The majority of vehicles in Urbaser's fleet were fitted with air brakes for both the foot pedal and the parking brake. Norris House was redeveloped in 2003, creating new study bedrooms. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. A worker at the school told The Sun: "I think there was a problem with the lorry's handbrake. Benenden says that its boarding ethos is to complement, not replace, family life. The school confirmed that there no one else had been hurt in the incident. You'd end up finishing Monday's round on a Wednesday.". Email: registry@benenden.school Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. According to a report by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, Benenden School was founded in 1923. Mr Betts was a very brave man trying to repair the situation. The "new stage" theatre fundraising campaign was launched. [8] Potential pupils seeking to begin boarding at 11 must pass the school's own entrance exam, while those who are 13 or older must pass the Common Entrance.[8]. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. In 2001 the Clarke Centre with the Eugenia Leung Library was completed. We are so grateful to the whole community for coming together and showing their support. 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. I would presume the entrance opposite my house is where the dustbins go in as its the back of the school.. Read about our approach to external linking. A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an all girls boarding school. "Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. The Benenden Science Centre was opened by the Princess Royal on 10 October 2012. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visits HRH The Princess Royal at Benenden School The school dining room and cloisters were refurbished. Staff rushed to help the man, who has not been identified, after he reportedly became stuck between a wall and the lorry. 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). Living, learning, sporting, and leisure facilities are clustered around the original 19th-century main house. Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene. [5] Grease was its first production in December of that year. The locals have been here a long time. The driver is believed to have tried to stop the truck, but couldn't. Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. After hearing the evidence, the jury concluded the death was the result of an accident. "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.". Trying to find the right nursery, school, college, university or training provider in Kent or Medway? Benenden, Cranbrook, Kent, benenden.kent.sch.uk 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. 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. The school confirmed that there no one else had been hurt in the incident. Tel: 01580 240592 Our popular boarding model develops girls social and emotional skills and gives access to a wide range of benefits and opportunities. 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. 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. Assistant Coroner Alan Blunsdon heard that although Mr Betts was fully qualified to drive the vehicle and extremely experienced, it was not his job to do so. Founders has 184 single study bedrooms. Her previous films included The Secret Scripture (2016) alongside Rooney Mara and . The average class size was 16, and there were 75 schoolteachers, making a teacher pupil ratio of 1:7. A BINMAN was crushed to death by his lorry at a 13,000-a term all-girls boarding school once attended by Princess Anne. Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. SPLASH opened in 1990. Bin man killed 'by his own truck after it rolled back' at elite boarding school The disposal worker was reportedly crushed to death while doing the rounds at Benenden School, just outside. 8 were here. It couldn't be simpler and it takes seconds - simply press here, enter your email address and follow the instructions. He wasn't an old bloke, he was just a young fella.". 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 The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. and our 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 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. In 1963 Princess Anne and Princess Basma of Jordan became pupils at Benenden. The man who died, who has not yet been identified, was employed by a contractor on behalf of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. 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. It has around 500 pupils housed in 10 boarding houses on site. Elizabeth I visited Thomas Guldeford at the house and he was knighted by her at Rye a few days later. Read more: All the latest news from Tenterden. Anne Hindle stayed at Benenden to look after the estate and persuaded the Ministry of Health to use Benenden as a military hospital. 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. Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, Kent, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). Benenden's stated aim is for its academic programme to encourage a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and discovery. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. Woven through every element of the boarding experience at Benenden academic, co-curricular and personal and professional development are opportunities for students to develop skills Plan meals, try new foods and explore cuisines with tested recipes from the country's top chefs. Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. 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