According to a report by the Independent Schools Inspectorate, Benenden School was founded in 1923. His next of kin have been informed.". As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The following year the eco-classroom, a totally self-sustaining building, opened in the Victorian Water Gardens. "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved. Reddit and its partners use cookies and similar technologies to provide you with a better experience. However, he said shortages of both drivers and loaders continued due to the pandemic causing further staffing problems. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. 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. Benenden Giving Day 2022 has now ended. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. I heard what sounded like eight or nine ambulances, lots of sirens. No. Mr Betts - known to friends and family as Andy - was just one handbrake click away from safety, the hearing was told. The worker was killed when the truck hit him in the grounds of. It aims to welcome 1,500 students and is set to cost GBP13,100 (US$17,862) per term at home. 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. Instead of wearing the normal navy blue sixth-form uniform, they wear white- and red-striped blouses and grey jumpers. Founders has 184 single study bedrooms. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. Another Benenden resident, Karen Callaghan, said: "It's very sad for the village. It chose Microsoft and DataON for an Integrated System for Azure Stack HCI to p. 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. In 2001 the Clarke Centre with the Eugenia Leung Library was completed. It's really posh. For other inquiries, Contact Us. The Leelands building was refurbished and became a classroom block for humanities subjects. [2], The first property on the site was a house built by Robert of Hemsted in 1216. 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. A refuse worker has died after being struck by a bin lorry in the grounds of a school in Kent. He saw all the police there. 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 On 3 August 1944, Jean Maridor, a Free French pilot, died when his aircraft crashed close to the school buildings and military hospital. "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.". Danika "Nika" McGuigan (4 January 1986 - 23 July 2019) was an actress born in Northern Ireland and raised in England. Productions since then have included A Christmas Carol, Tess of the d'Urbervilles, Grimm Tales, Beauty and the Beast, Romeo and Juliet, Kiss Me Kate and Les Miserables. 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. Tuition is 10,833 for the highest grade offered. 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. There are six periods in the day; each lesson is one hour long. She said: "Caroline and her family live in the village and are well known to the school. He then examined the tachograph of the vehicle and determined it had been stationary for 19 seconds before beginning to roll. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. He reduced the size of the building and filled in the moat that had until that point encircled it. Kent Police said the Health and Safety Executive (HSE) will lead any investigation. Paramedics and police were called shortly before 8.30am, but the man was pronounced dead at the scene in Cranbrook Road. Registration: Three to four years before entry. [7] Sixth formers remain members of their junior house and take up positions of responsibility in them. Several members of School staff were immediately on the scene and did everything they could to help the man before the emergency services arrived. Gillian du Charme became headmistress in 1985. I would presume the entrance opposite my house is where the dustbins go in as its the back of the school.. "The lorry rolled back. You can opt-out at any time. Kent Police launched a. 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. 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. Follow BBC South East on Facebook, on Twitter, and on Instagram. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. There is a traditional school hall where morning prayers are taken. There is a sports centre (known as "SPLASH"), a humanities building ("Leelands"), a design technology centre, a study centre (Clarke Centre) and a theatre and drama teaching complex, completed in 2007 at the cost of 2.3 million. Something went wrong, please try again later. The scene is close to the exclusive Benenden School. Sep 12 A special service was held in Benenden's Centenary Hall last night, in honour of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. A bin man was "crushed to death" by his own truck in the grounds of an elite girls boarding school. 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. Its terrible, absolutely awful. 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. Account number 05509343. With more than 150 different activities to choose from, there really is something for every girl at Benenden. 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The thoughts of all of us here at Benenden are with the family of this man after this terrible incident.. Neighbours described "an accumulation of police vehicles", The property is off the village's main street. 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. To inquire about a licence to reproduce material, visit our Syndication site. 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What's for dinner? Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. He did a lot of work landscaping the property, forming much of the park as it is now. The Health and Safety Executive has now launched an investigation into the tragedy. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. My colleague told me. "We are providing support to those affected by this tragic incident.". Our Education Directory has everything you could possibly need! He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". 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. Mr Betts was a very brave man trying to repair the situation. It has 550 students from age 10-19 yr. Two further sixth form houses opened in 1993 (Limes and Oaks). "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. I am happy to be kept up to date with school news, events or other activities which may be of interest. The park was the seat of the Guldeford . SPLASH opened in 1990. Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. 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. 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.

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