679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved. There are six junior boarding houses (ages 1116), consisting of Marshall, Medway, Guldeford, Echyngham, Norris and Hemsted. For other inquiries, Contact Us. A Benenden School spokesman said: 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. Gillian du Charme became headmistress in 1985. 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. After their first season training on the new pitch, Benenden's 1st lacrosse team won the National Schools Championships. 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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. 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. A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an elite girls boarding school. The Jubilee Wing was opened by Janet Allen and Kathleen Bird in 1977. 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". Everyone knows everyone round here. 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 prefects are known as "grey jumpers". As a community, we have marked the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in the past few days. Benenden School Regarded as one of the top all-girls schools in the country, Benenden was founded in 1923 Ages: 11-18. The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School, just outside of Cranbrook, while doing his rounds on Wednesday (November 25). 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. [2], The first property on the site was a house built by Robert of Hemsted in 1216. Pupils studying for their GCSEs must generally take 10 or 11 subjects, including Mathematics, Science and English and one modern language. Paramedics raced to the scene, but he was declared dead after police were called at 8.20am. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 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Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. Janet Allen became headmistress in 1976. 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. I am happy to be kept up to date with school news, events or other activities which may be of interest. To see all content on The Sun, please use the Site Map. Elizabeth I visited Thomas Guldeford at the house and he was knighted by her at Rye a few days later. Registration: Three to four years before entry. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation into the tragedy. Send your story ideas to [email protected]. Email: [email protected], Tel: 01580 240592 Norris House was redeveloped in 2003, creating new study bedrooms. Benenden offers a range of extracurricular activities. ", News Group Newspapers Limited in England No. It has around 500 pupils housed in 10 boarding houses on site. 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. His next of kin have been informed. Younger students will take a mixture of all subjects offered, as well as sports, music and PSHE classes. 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. Something went wrong, please try again later. 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 his aid and called paramedics, who couldn't save his life despite their best efforts. Mrs Andrews was a supply teacher at Benenden CE School in the village. Follow BBC South East on Facebook, on Twitter, and on Instagram. A refuse worker has died after being struck by a bin lorry in the grounds of a school in Kent. 2023 BBC. 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. 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. (9.00am to 5.00pm), 2018 Benenden School. 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. 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 BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". "The Health and Safety Executive will lead any subsequent investigation.". The vehicle, which had been parked on a slight incline, began to roll forward. Instead of wearing the normal navy blue sixth-form uniform, they wear white- and red-striped blouses and grey jumpers. 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