He saw all the police there. [2], The first property on the site was a house built by Robert of Hemsted in 1216. We are deeply saddened by the death of His Royal Highness The Prince Philip, Duke of Edinburgh. The man's detention follows an extensive county-wide hunt involving armed officers, which saw police carry out searches throughout the county, including on the rail network. Nobody else was injured in the incident and no pupils or staff were involved, Benenden School said in a statement. Read more: All the latest news from Tenterden. 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. He then examined the tachograph of the vehicle and determined it had been stationary for 19 seconds before beginning to roll. Gillian du Charme became headmistress in 1985. "Nobody else was injured in this incident and no pupils or staff were involved. He reduced the size of the building and filled in the moat that had until that point encircled it. There is also a small chapel. "The Sun", "Sun", "Sun Online" are registered trademarks or trade names of News Group Newspapers Limited. Anne Hindle stayed at Benenden to look after the estate and persuaded the Ministry of Health to use Benenden as a military hospital. 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. The entire school must assemble for this every morning, except Wednesday, Saturday and Sunday, at 8:30. Tel: 01580 240592 By rejecting non-essential cookies, Reddit may still use certain cookies to ensure the proper functionality of our platform. She was posthumously awarded at the 2021 IFTA Awards for her final role in Cathy Brady's film Wildfire.. [8] All teaching staff and a significant number of administrative staff are house tutors. |Website Design by Oyster Marketing. His next of kin have been informed. 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". Our popular boarding model develops girls social and emotional skills and gives access to a wide range of benefits and opportunities. 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. On Friday morning the whole School gathered in the Hall for Prayers, reflecting on the inspirational life of a truly remarkable monarch, and aSunday evening service was held inHer Majesty's memory, celebrating her life through hymns and prayer. 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. The vehicle, which had been parked on a slight incline, began to roll forward. He said police arrived at about 16:30 GMT on Thursday with "an accumulation of vehicles - probably three police cars". A Kent Police spokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. Princess Anne attended the school and began her education there in autumn 1963. 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. My colleague told me. "The lorry rolled back. All rights reserved. This website and its associated newspaper are members of the Independent Press Standards Organisation (IPSO). "Officers and ambulance crews attended and the man was declared deceased at the scene. You can also enter your email address in the box below the picture on most desktop and mobile platforms. Several members of School staff were immediately on the scene and did everything they could to help the man before the emergency services arrived. 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. In 2001 the Clarke Centre with the Eugenia Leung Library was completed. VideoRecord numbers of guide dog volunteers after BBC story. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The grounds which the school now occupies are known as Hemsted Park. '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 In addition there are two hours' worth of lessons on Saturday mornings. Benenden is a full-boarding school and has around 540 to 550 girls. 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 1987 hurricane hit Benenden hard and over 250 trees were lost in the parkland. PC Robin Youngs, a police forensic investigation officer, examined the vehicle after the tragedy. The new theatre was opened by Helena Bonham Carter in 2007. No one else was injured in the incident and it's understood children at the school didn't witness the fatal accident. Director of Change and Communities at the council Paul Taylor said: "Our thoughts and sympathies go out to his family, friends and workmates. There are six periods in the day; each lesson is one hour long. Benenden expects each girl to be a responsible and considerate global citizen who is outward looking, courageous and compassionate. Admissions: School's own exam, plus . 2023 BBC. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. The elite boarding school is home to 500 pupils and was attended by Princess Anne who began her education there in 1963. Mr Betts was a very brave man trying to repair the situation. 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. The role of the tutor is to provide individual weekly support and guidance. (9.00am to 5.00pm), 2018 Benenden School. The tragedy occurred outside Benenden School in Kent on Wednesday, The worker was killed on the grounds of Benenden School while doing his rounds on Wednesday, An investigation has now been launched into the accident. Sort code 18-00-02. The Leelands building was refurbished and became a classroom block for humanities subjects. Benenden School is an independent boarding school for girls in Kent, England, in Hemsted Park at Benenden, between Cranbrook and Tenterden. Signing up to the KentLive newsletter means you'll get the latest news direct to your inbox twice a day. Neighbours living nearby spoke of their shock. 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. A policespokesman said: It is reported that a refuse collection vehicle had collided with a refuse worker, employed by the local authority. Mrs Andrews was a supply teacher at Benenden CE School in the village. 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. Tuition is 10,833 for the highest grade offered. You can opt-out at any time. 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. 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For further details of our complaints policy and to make a complaint please click this link: thesun.co.uk/editorial-complaints/, Binman Andrew Betts' death at Benenden School, Kent, was a tragic accident, an inquest heard, Previous Benenden pupils include Princess Anne and actress Rachel Weisz, Death of binman, 61, crushed by his own lorry at Princess Annes old school was tragic accident, 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). Staff rushed to help the man, who had become reportedly stuck between a wall and the lorry. Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II visits HRH The Princess Royal at Benenden School 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 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For other inquiries, Contact Us. Lessons at the school start at 9am and carry on until 5:30pm. Mr Betts - known to friends and family as Andy - was just one handbrake click away from safety, the hearing was told. The first general inspection was made and Benenden was recognised as 'efficient'. The BBC is not responsible for the content of external sites. The community of Benenden School is saddened to learn of the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II. Nobody else was harmed during the incident and we have commenced a full investigation.". 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. 679215 Registered office: 1 London Bridge Street, London, SE1 9GF. 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.". 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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. 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. Another Benenden resident, Karen Callaghan, said: "It's very sad for the village. He did a lot of work landscaping the property, forming much of the park as it is now. 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. There is a traditional school hall where morning prayers are taken. It reached a speed of 13mph, but there was evidence the footbrake had been applied just before impact. In 2008, there were about 525 girls aged eleven to eighteen, of whom 182 were in the sixth form. 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