Frida Leakey worked here as a French teacher before she discovered a gorge of human fossils in Tanganyika. For other inquiries, Contact Us. Benenden, founded in 1923, is set in 240 acres of rolling parkland at Hemsted Park. An investigation into the circumstances of the tragic accident has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive. He had just destroyed a German V-1 flying bomb the explosion from which also destroyed his own aircraft. He saw all the police there. Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. 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. It is understood the lorry suddenly rolled back. The founders retired in 1954 and Elizabeth Clarke became headmistress. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation. View our online Press Pack. Norris House was redeveloped in 2003, creating new study bedrooms. and experience that will benefit them for life. Email: registry@benenden.school The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of. There's hundreds of acres. Several members of school staff tried to help the worker before emergency teams arrived but he was pronounced dead at the scene. She said: "Caroline and her family live in the village and are well known to the school. [2], Thomas Hallett Hodges bought the house in 1786. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation into the tragedy. It has around 500 pupils housed in 10 boarding houses on site. Applications to Benenden exceed available spots, and parents seeking to enroll their daughter often register her years in advance. 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. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. We are so grateful to the whole community for coming together and showing their support. 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. Danika "Nika" McGuigan (4 January 1986 - 23 July 2019) was an actress born in Northern Ireland and raised in England. It has 550 students from age 10-19 yr. Benenden School is home to around 500 girls. He reduced the size of the building and filled in the moat that had until that point encircled it. 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. A BINMAN was crushed to death by his lorry at a 13,000-a term all-girls boarding school once attended by Princess Anne. 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 school was founded in 1923 by three teachers from Wycombe AbbeyChristine Sheldon, Anne Hindle, and Kathleen Birdwho aimed to create a "happy school with personal integrity and service to others always in mind, where everyone would be given the chance to follow her own bent". There are six junior boarding houses (ages 1116), consisting of Marshall, Medway, Guldeford, Echyngham, Norris and Hemsted. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. [4] The new Guldeford House opened the following year. He had been driving the refuse truck on November 25 last year when he climbed out to help a colleague. As a supervisor with waste contractor Urbaser, his main role was to schedule staff to the various rounds. On that morning, another driver, an agency worker named Mark Rabbett, had been due to drive the 7.5-ton narrow-access vehicle on round six, the area around Cranbrook. Sports practices take place during the lunch break as well as after lessons end. 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 remodelling saw the "vitality" toned down and the upper levels of the tower removed. [5] Grease was its first production in December of that year. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Pupils studying for their GCSEs must generally take 10 or 11 subjects, including Mathematics, Science and English and one modern language. He did a lot of work landscaping the property, forming much of the park as it is now. In March 1924 the prospectus of Benenden School (Kent) Limited was issued, with shares priced at 10 each; five shares entitled the holder to a nomination to the school. 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. 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. Kent Police said the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will lead any investigation. For more information read our, Students Celebrate Benenden's Native Languages Week, Benenden Hosts SecondEarly Career Teachers' Conference. Everyone knows everyone round here. [2] It is now listed at grade II.[3]. It's understood the lorry had suddenly rolled back without warning, reports Kent Live. "We are providing support to those affected by this tragic incident.". Living, learning, sporting, and leisure facilities are clustered around the original 19th-century main house. 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. 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. Two further sixth form houses opened in 1993 (Limes and Oaks). Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene in Cranbrook Road. 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. 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. [2], In 1718 the property was sold to Sir John Norris, the commander-in-chief of George II's navy. Especially this time of the year. Its terrible, absolutely awful. Gillian du Charme became headmistress in 1985. What's for dinner? "It's a huge school. The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. For other inquiries, Contact Us. This website and its associated newspaper are members of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). Main school sports include lacrosse, rounders, karate, and tennis. All rights reserved. Pensioner, Mariel Davies, 74, said: There was an awful lot of noise yesterday morning. Benenden has a boarding population of over 550 girls aged 11 to 18, as well as a limited number of day student spaces. 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. ", 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. 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.". [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]. Neighbour Derek Catlin described Mrs Andrews and her family as "normal, very pleasant people". To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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. Our Education Directory has everything you could possibly need! Benenden says that its boarding ethos is to complement, not replace, family life. 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. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, Kent, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). Business, Economics, and Finance The school confirmed that there no one else had been hurt in the incident. A refuse worker has died after being struck by a bin lorry in the grounds of a school in Kent. A police spokesman said he remained in hospital and his injuries were not believed to be life-threatening. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of Benenden School, near Cranbrook, Kent on Wednesday morning's round. The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. 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. Former pupils of Benenden School are known as Seniors. He said: "Our thoughts are with the crew members family and friends at this difficult time. The Benenden Science Centre was opened by the Princess Royal on 10 October 2012. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. 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. 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. In addition there are two hours' worth of lessons on Saturday mornings. In 2008, there were about 525 girls aged eleven to eighteen, of whom 182 were in the sixth form. "The lorry rolled back. You can also enter your email address in the box below the picture on most desktop and mobile platforms. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. There have been, and continue to be, many improvements to the site. DeSantis won't say he's running. The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. The Seniors' Window was added to the chapel as part of a refurbishment and rededication. 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 A refuse worker has died after being struck by a bin lorry in the grounds of a school in Kent. Admissions: School's own exam, plus . THE death of a binman crushed by his own lorry at Princess Anne's old school was a tragic accident, an inquest heard. A Kent Police spokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. 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. Sign up to our daily newsletter for all the latest Kent stories and breaking news delivered straight to your inbox. 09 Sep 2022 General The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. No children are believed to have seen the incident, the victim of which was a contractor for Tunbridge Wells Council. Benenden Giving Day 2022 has now ended. No one could come through the back entrance of the school at all. Privacy Policy. It said support was being provided to those affected. |Website Design by Oyster Marketing. Benenden School Regarded as one of the top all-girls schools in the country, Benenden was founded in 1923 Ages: 11-18. A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an elite girls boarding school. Further expansion to the school began with the opening of the new science and medical wing, Leelands, in 1988. After hearing the evidence, the jury concluded the death was the result of an accident. She was posthumously awarded at the 2021 IFTA Awards for her final role in Cathy Brady's film Wildfire.. The school play, written for the occasion, A Great Company was performed at Her Majesty's Theatre, Haymarket. 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. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. The Sun website is regulated by the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO), Our journalists strive for accuracy but on occasion we make mistakes. A binman has been crushed to death by his own lorry at a school. Signing up to the KentLive newsletter means you'll get the latest news direct to your inbox twice a day. He said: "Most of the new rounds were too big for anyone to complete. You can also sign up to our website and comment on our stories by pressing here and signing in. "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.". He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". Classes average around 13 students at GCSE, and 68 students during A Levels. A policespokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. It aims to welcome 1,500 students and is set to cost GBP13,100 (US$17,862) per term at home. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. His next of kin have been informed.". 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. Tel: 01580 240592 ", An HSE spokesman said: HSE are aware of the incident and are assisting the Police with their enquiries.. View our online Press Pack. Paramedics raced to the scene, but he was declared dead after police were called at 8.20am. 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. 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. If you have more than one child, please select all applicable ages. 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. Benenden is a full-boarding school and has around 540 to 550 girls. The elite boarding school is home to 500 pupils and was attended by Princess Anne who began her education there in 1963. The driver is believed to have tried to stop the truck, but couldn't. Send your story ideas to southeasttoday@bbc.co.uk. [8] All teaching staff and a significant number of administrative staff are house tutors. Around 550 girls aged 11-18 currently attend the school, where boarding fees cost 13,124 per term and day boarding 9,850 per term. For more information, please see our Kent Police launched a. PC Robin Youngs, a police forensic investigation officer, examined the vehicle after the tragedy. The school occupies a Victorian country house set in 250 acres of gardens and woodland in the Weald of Kent. Wed send our daughters here in a flash. The Elizabethan property was demolished in 1860 following the acquisition of the estate by Lord Cranbrook. Primarily for lacrosse and hockey, the new facility allows girls to train in all weather and in the mornings and evenings. 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. 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. You can opt-out at any time. Email: schooloffice@benenden.school, Tel: 01580 240592 [9] Swimming is held in the Sunley Pool Leisure and Sports Hall (SPLASH), which accommodates a 250-foot pool and a gymnasium. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Benenden, Cranbrook, Kent, benenden.kent.sch.uk Neighbours described "an accumulation of police vehicles", The property is off the village's main street. Nobody else was injured in the incident and no pupils or staff were involved, Benenden School said in a statement. Read about our approach to external linking. 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. Benenden expects each girl to be a responsible and considerate global citizen who is outward looking, courageous and compassionate. What's he waiting for? Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. 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. Benenden School is a Secondary, Girls school located in Kent, South East. [citation needed] It hence maintains sister-school ties with Wycombe Abbey, as well as Godstowe Preparatory School, High Wycombe, and St Leonards School. He also created the lake in the grounds. "The Health and Safety Executive will lead any subsequent investigation.". Javier Peiro, managing director at waste contractors Urbaser Ltd, said they were "deeply saddened" by the crew member's death. Sort code 18-00-02. 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Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. For more information read our. A new science centre, one of the most advanced centres of scientific learning available in the independent sector, was opened by the Princess Royal on 10 October 2012. Gillian Page, 68, who lives adjacent to the school, said: There were three yellow vans which said rescue on them. 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. Her previous films included The Secret Scripture (2016) alongside Rooney Mara and . He then examined the tachograph of the vehicle and determined it had been stationary for 19 seconds before beginning to roll. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. The book Benenden: A Great Company by David Souden was published. 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 Anne Hindle stayed at Benenden to look after the estate and persuaded the Ministry of Health to use Benenden as a military hospital. The average class size was 16, and there were 75 schoolteachers, making a teacher pupil ratio of 1:7. Read more: All the latest news from Tenterden. 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. of Pupils: 551. It reached a speed of 13mph, but there was evidence the footbrake had been applied just before impact. Nobody else was harmed during the incident and we have commenced a full investigation.". Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. His next of kin have been informed. Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. Benenden's stated aim is for its academic programme to encourage a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and discovery. 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". Email: schooloffice@benenden.school, Tel: 01580 240592 My colleague told me. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. The belief is that these lead to a more rounded education and strongly favour individualism. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. In September 1924 there were 126 girls on the school roll, and in October 1924 the new Benenden School bought Hemsted House for 20,000. HSE and the ambulance service have been contacted for more information. 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. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). 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. 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 Something went wrong, please try again later. Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved. Email: registry@benenden.school Claire Oulton, Head of St Catherine's Bramley and a graduate from Somerville College, Oxford, was appointed headmistress in 2000.
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