His next of kin have been informed.". [15], Kent Music Summer School has been held at Benenden School since 1948. 2023 BBC. I guess they were ambulances now. "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation into the tragedy. If you have more than one child, please select all applicable ages. 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 community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. ", An HSE spokesman said: HSE are aware of the incident and are assisting the Police with their enquiries.. '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 [9] Swimming is held in the Sunley Pool Leisure and Sports Hall (SPLASH), which accommodates a 250-foot pool and a gymnasium. He had been driving the refuse truck on November 25 last year when he climbed out to help a colleague. Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. 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. 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. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The new all-weather pitch and pavilion was opened by television personality Davina McCall on 10 September 2016. 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. Benenden's stated aim is for its academic programme to encourage a lifelong enthusiasm for learning and discovery. Benenden School: A Complete Education since 1923. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. 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. Her previous films included The Secret Scripture (2016) alongside Rooney Mara and . 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. Get our daily royal round-up direct to your inbox. A Kent Police spokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, Kent, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). Benenden Giving Day 2022 has now ended. |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. Privacy Policy. He also created the lake in the grounds. Benenden School is home to around 500 girls. The unnamed man was hit at Benenden School in Cranbrook at about 08:20 GMT on Wednesday. Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene in Cranbrook Road. 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. "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved.". It killed him. [2], Thomas Hallett Hodges bought the house in 1786. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Instead of wearing the normal navy blue sixth-form uniform, they wear white- and red-striped blouses and grey jumpers. 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". I heard what sounded like eight or nine ambulances, lots of sirens. Tel: 01580 240592 The vehicle, which had been parked on a slight incline, began to roll forward. It's really posh. School staff rushed to his aid and called paramedics, who couldn't save his life despite their best efforts. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. He then examined the tachograph of the vehicle and determined it had been stationary for 19 seconds before beginning to roll. On 3 August 1944, Jean Maridor, a Free French pilot, died when his aircraft crashed close to the school buildings and military hospital. [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. No one else was injured in the incident and it's understood children at the school didn't witness the fatal accident. 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Primarily for lacrosse and hockey, the new facility allows girls to train in all weather and in the mornings and evenings. Our Education Directory has everything you could possibly need! No children are believed to have seen the incident, the victim of which was a contractor for Tunbridge Wells Council. Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. All girls were prepared for GCSE, AS Level, A Level, and universities, and academic, sport, drama, art, music, and design technology scholarships were available. 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. As a supervisor with waste contractor Urbaser, his main role was to schedule staff to the various rounds. The school dining room and cloisters were refurbished. 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. Paramedics raced to the scene, but he was declared dead after police were called at 8.20am. However, he said shortages of both drivers and loaders continued due to the pandemic causing further staffing problems. I am happy to be kept up to date with school news, events or other activities which may be of interest. The "new stage" theatre fundraising campaign was launched. A school that supports academic rigour whilst at the same time understanding and promoting the importance of sports, arts and STEAM education. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation. 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. Mr Betts, of Tonbridge, Kent, initially got out of the vehicle to help his loader - Edward Sheldrake - the only other member of the crew. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Kent Police launched a. 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. 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 The 2007 play was Grease, held in the new theatre, completed in February 2007. Benenden School - where. [according to whom?]. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Head teacher Gill Knox said staff had been left shocked and saddened. There are six periods in the day; each lesson is one hour long. There have been, and continue to be, many improvements to the site. Princes Anne was a pupil at the independent boarding school for girls. 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. All rights reserved. The tragic incident happened within the school grounds in Cranbrook Road earlier this week. Admissions: School's own exam, plus . ", Students Celebrate Benenden's Native Languages Week, Benenden Hosts SecondEarly Career Teachers' Conference, Students Inspire with Electrifying Lectures. Read about our approach to external linking. 09 Sep 2022 General The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. 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 His next of kin have been informed.". The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. An investigation into the circumstances of the tragic accident has been launched by the Health and Safety Executive. 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. 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. 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. You can also enter your email address in the box below the picture on most desktop and mobile platforms. "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. The driver is believed to have tried to stop the truck, but couldn't. He reduced the size of the building and filled in the moat that had until that point encircled it. Video, At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece, Record numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. 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. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. Javier Peiro, managing director at waste contractors Urbaser Ltd, said they were "deeply saddened" by the crew member's death. At the crash site of 'no hope' - BBC reporter in Greece. 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. By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. 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. [5] Grease was its first production in December of that year. The man who died, who has not yet been identified, was employed by a contractor on behalf of Tunbridge Wells Borough Council. He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". The Elizabethan property was demolished in 1860 following the acquisition of the estate by Lord Cranbrook. ", 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. Each year around 24 school prefects are nominated, called Upper Sixths. The prefects are known as "grey jumpers". Other former students include TV presenter Amanda de Cadenet, socialite Lady Victoria Hervey plus actresses Rachel Weisz and Ellie Kendrick. In the late 14th century, Richard II granted the manor to William of Guldeford. A Condolence Book will soon be opened in the Chapel for the community to leave their messages. 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 Nobody else was harmed during the incident and we have commenced a full investigation.". 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. 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. This service is provided on News Group Newspapers' Limited's Standard Terms and Conditions in accordance with our Privacy & Cookie Policy. Further expansion to the school began with the opening of the new science and medical wing, Leelands, in 1988. 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