The Charity Commission, which regulates the private school, has urged anybody with safeguarding concerns to contact it or the police. The post included a retweet that read, "BREAKING: Jim Best is out as headmaster of the Dalton School." (RELATED: Megyn Kelly: Elizabeth Warren 'Scored A Goal Against Herself' With DNA Test) BREAKING: Jim Best is out as headmaster of the Dalton School. The school, which includes author Roald Dahl and former Top Gear presenter Jeremy Clarkson among its alumni, caters for male and female boarding and day pupils aged 13 to 18. [29] He led the school during one of the most difficult periods of its history, when mounting debts and falling numbers, together with the effects of the war, led to questions as to the continuing viability of the institution; Clarke was obliged to close departments and two houses (The Cross and Latham). 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", To see all the biggest and best stories first, sign up to read our newsletters here, Simon Clague abused girls as young as 13 at Repton School. Lenon supports the present government's attempt to give vocational education its own brand: T-levels.. "A school like I ran," he says, "offers maybe 15 A-level courses and that's it. There has been some confusion about this issue. Role Resigned Director Appointed on 28 April 2020 Resigned on 11 August 2021 Nationality British . [7], By the 1830s, some of the changes of reforming schoolmaster of Rugby School, Thomas Arnold, were being implemented at the school. [27] He was also, along with other boys at the school, used as a product tester for Cadbury who were located close by, and it has been speculated that this helped to inspire Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. Mr Mark Semmence Appointed Headmaster at Repton School | News | Repton School The Governors of Repton School are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Mark Semmence as the school's 36th Headmaster. In August 2018, one of these individuals, Jeremy Woodside, a 28-year-old former organist at the school, was placed on the, On 29 January 2018, police arrested a member of staff on suspicion of attempting, On 14 March 2018, a second police investigation into a staff member, relating to safeguarding concerns, was launched, On 26 March 2018, allegations against a further two members of staff were reported, In February 2022, a former teacher at the school, Simon Clague, pleaded guilty to multiple indictments for, This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 19:36. Simon Clague admitted multiple sexual assaults on three young teenage girls at Repton School but his victims and former pupils believe that questions remain unanswered over the conduct of the school when the abuse took place. [31], In the Second World War, 188 former members of the school died serving in the armed forces. [80], The school also has an on-site tuck shop called 'The Grubber'. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. When he died, the school claimed him as "perhaps the best poet Repton has had". In just three years he built the school roll to over 800 students, in a highly competitive local market. We've launched our very own app for Android and Apple devices which can be tailored to deliver the news and sport that you're interested in. Who we are, what we do, and what we believe in could not be more pertinent for young people facing the modern world. [95] The overseas schools are owned and funded by local investors, which can be education businesses, real estate corporates, private equity firms or wealthy philanthropists. They both had stints as 'directeurs . We are building upon a rich and vibrant history spanning over 450 years of educational heritage at Repton Derbyshire, UK. The headmaster of St Kevin's College in Melbourne, Stephen Russell, resigns and dean of sport Luke Travers is stood down following a Four Corners story about the school's response to the grooming . The list is derived from The Account Rolls of the Receiver General which show that two chaplains, the forerunners of the Headmasters, were . All of the schools involved were ordered to abandon this practice, pay a nominal penalty of 10,000 each and to make ex-gratia payments totalling three million pounds into a trust designed to benefit pupils who attended the schools during the period in respect of which fee information had been shared. A modern and dynamic school with a traditional family feel. Tweets & replies. "[9], In 1874, local village children began attending the school, along with boarders. 16:17, 29 MAR 2018 The accusations have been made about staff at Repton School Allegations have been made about two more members of staff at Repton School, it is understood. 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[73], The school has been hosting a literary festival in October for some years. [6], In 1884, a chapel was added to the school's buildings. [60] Repton's football team also won The 2018 ISFA Barry Burns Northern Eights Competition. [32] Airmen were billeted in Mitre House during the war. Read the disturbing messages Grace Tame claims the teacher Britain's strictest headteacher hits back at Ofsted after Jon Clarke For The Daily Mail Investigations Unit. He later stated that he "couldn't get over it" and has "never got over it. The headteacher of the prestigious Repton School is leaving to take up a new role. ' ' " 4^ .O M f. ^^ 'V- v-' 0> ^'P. .. .^ './ .V \~" 0' ,0 0. A spokesman for Repton School said: "Repton School headmaster, Mr Alastair Land, will leave Repton at Easter 2019. FROM our HEADMASTER AND CEO. [22], In 1924, George Gilbert Stocks, a director of music at the school, set the hymn Dear Lord and Father of Mankind to the tune Repton for use in the school's chapel. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [138] Two months later a chemical spillage at the school's sports centre resulted in nine individuals needing precautionary treatment, as a result of a chlorine leak. Repton School has said that it is "profoundly sorry", has welcomed Clague's imprisonment and told former pupils that any concerns they raise about their experiences at the school will be. The white headmaster of a New York Catholic school who made a Black student kneel as part of an apology to a teacher has resigned, the school said Wednesday. Repton has strongly denied this in a row which comes after a separate case in which a former teacher was jailed for seven years and 11 months in March for abusing pupils at the school in the 1990s. Careful. Headmaster REPTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Apr 2011 - Aug 20187 years 5 months Foremarke Hall IAPS 3-13 Co-Ed Day 7 Boarding school I lead the school through a period of great development &. Alastair Land will leave in April 2019 to become the new headmaster at the independent Harrow School in London. [50][51] In November 2019, Libby Lane, Lord Bishop of Derby was appointed visitor of Repton School. Over the years, John has earned the respect of the community and worked alongside them, strengthening the bond and working tirelessly to provide opportunities and services for families, said Laura Provett, vice chair of governors. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Sir John Port of Etwall, on his death in 1557, left funds to create a grammar school which was then established at the Repton Priory. The headmaster of one of New York's most prestigious private schools resigned under pressure late Tuesday, saying his decision was prompted by trustees' concerns about both his leadership of. John joined the school in September 1991 and was tasked with merging Tilery Infants and Tilery Juniors, which became Tilery Primary School. Grenville went on to spend over 20 years of his long career at Repton, becoming a much-loved teacher with a moving history that still inspires students today. Or by navigating to the user icon in the top right. Play it now! Then the pipe-filling business and the lecture went on for maybe 30 seconds. The school was founded in 1557 and has grown considerably since; it now boasts a science priory, which was built in . Alastair Land is to end his time at Repton to take charge at Harrow, Never miss a story and read the latest headlines with our free email updates. Reputation management expert reveals why it doesn't just happen to famous people - and how your social media posts put you at risk, Beijing warns Elon Musk 'don't bite the hand that feeds you' after the Tesla chief - who sells 40% of his cars in China - shared a post blaming Covid on Wuhan lab leak. [45] In 2013, a 9million science block was built. After careers in the City and in sports management, they made their forays into education. Repton School teacher banned from classroom after engaging in sexual activity with pupil | Derby Telegraph. But a letter written by Sue Fish, former chief constable of Nottinghamshire, to the chairman of governors, Mark Shires, said she had no option but to resign due to the teachers continued employment. By Miles Dilworth and Jon Clarke For The Daily Mail Investigations Unit, Published: 17:00 EST, 29 August 2022 | Updated: 05:03 EST, 30 August 2022. to which she replied: 'Yes, because you are married and have four children.'. For its first 400 years, the school accepted only boys; girls were admitted from the 1970s, and the school was fully co-educational by the 1990s.[4]. [46] Around this time, the old Squash Courts were made into a new gallery and textiles studio for the Art department. "[24] An account of a beating of boy called Micheal, in Roald Dahl's 1984 autobiographical book Boy,[note 1] was attributed by Dahl to Fisher. The father-of-four, who was head of physics, also sent her inappropriate messages on Facebook and put his hand on her leg while driving her home after a school event. We look forward to welcoming Emma and her family to Repton & Foremarke in July. [7], Within the first hundred years, student body numbers rose to 200, but they had fallen by 1681 to twenty-eight boys. Primary school bans children from playing 'tag' claiming some have become upset during traditional break time game, Teacher, 48, who was abused and raped by her step-father from the age of four finally forgives her mother who stood by him, Bloody hell. Headmaster HUTCHINSON . Term Dates; Staff List; Governing Body; Inspection Reports; School . On Monday (Augusts 24), John Nagl and Maurice Glavin, Chair of The Haverford School Board of Trustees, jointly. She said: Hes dedicated his whole life to the school. Chips. They are licensed to use the Repton School "brand" and enter into a services agreement with RISL, which provides a full range of educational services and academic oversight. The panel heard that when Mitchell drove the girl home, he put his hand on her leg and moved it up towards the hem of her dress, before pulling it away. Each house was, as Dahl put it, "ruled by a boy of 17 or 18, who was the Head of House. Maintenance Plumber - Repton Senior Permanent, Full Time Apply by 19 Mar, 2023 Teacher of Biology Permanent, Full Time Apply by 10 Mar, 2023 Director of Music - Repton Prep What child protection or safeguarding policies were in place at the time the abuse happened and, if so, why did they fail? [162] Some of the staff at the school have been vocal about the issue of speeding traffic in the village of Repton and have participated in public speed gun enforcement. [82], There are scholarships available for drama, sport, art, music, academic capacity and "all-rounder talent"; these do not exceed 20% of the school's fees. [137] In April 2019, a teacher tested positive for drink-driving after police saw his vehicle mount a kerb and then enter the school grounds. Contact the school office for our parent email address . "Over the next 12 months Mr Land will continue to lead Repton School with his customary vigour and determination. David has 16 years of senior leadership experience in UK schools and will take over from Jonathan Hughes D'aeth who . [58], In 2013, six former pupils played together in an international hockey match. Repton School Life Hes always adopted an open door policy from day one, its a lovely welcoming atmosphere. In his final weeks and towards the close of the academic year, tributes from parents and pupils, past and present, have flooded in praising John for his years of dedication to the school. Simon Clague, 55, worked at fee-paying Repton School in the 1990s and admitted charges of indecent . Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Repton School, Abu Dhabi, announces the appointment of a new Headmaster. [61][62], In January 2019, Repton announced Chris Read, former England cricketer, as the school's director of cricket. Due to this conflict, local village boys stopped attending Repton, which the headmaster at the time said was "mainly for the sake of the village boys [to mitigate a] constant fear of their being ill-treated. [16], A reforming master, Victor Gollancz, established evening classes in political education for the boys in the early 1900s. "[6], The first Committee of the Headmasters' Conference, appointed in December 1870, included the headmaster of Repton. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. The Bailey boys are real-life action men (and Old Etonians). 1957 The Queen and Prince Philip make an official visit to Repton School to make the 400 year anniversary of the school's establishment. The comments below have been moderated in advance. Situated in Repton, Derbyshire, the school hosts around 620 pupils. [15] In this decade, the chapel was enlarged, the Science Block, the Gymnasium, Armoury, Shooting Range and Swimming Bath were built, and the Priory 'Tithe' Barn turned into the Art School. You'll give me a coronary.'. [7] A major effort was made, with the Charity Commissioners and the Clarendon Commission, to have the school accepted as one of the great public schools. [108], Alexander Wilson, novelist, a spy and serial bigamist with four wives lied about being an alumnus of Repton School, which he was not;[109] Fred Perry also lied about having attended Repton School, which he did not do either. [70][71], Repton's art programme currently features two artists-in-residence: visual artist Louisa Chambers, and fine art media specialist Maria Georgoula. The ability to balance the academic, the pastoral and the co-curricular is what sets apart an independent school from the rest, says Alastair Land, Headmaster of Repton School. The software was also used in 150 schools, tracking over 50,000 students' wellbeing. We are ambitious for every one of our pupils; Repton Sofia is small enough to ensure that the talents of each individual are nurtured and valued, yet large enough to compete on the international arena across academia, music, the arts and sport. John Mitchell, 41, put his hand on the pupil's bottom and told her she was sending his blood pressure soaring when she bent over during a lesson at the 32,000-a-year Repton School in Derby. Headteacher John Repton with some of the pupils after the last Ofsted inspection. [86], A regulatory compliance inspection took place in 2018 which found that the school met all of the minimums and associated requirements. [41] A fall in student numbers in the 1990s led to headmaster Graham Jones' decision to close two boys boarding houses (Brook House and The Hall) and reconfigure their occupants into a single new house, School House. Something went wrong, please try again later. "Repton School governors congratulate Mr Land on his appointment to this prestigious role and wish him and his family all the very best. John, who lives in Hartlepool, will retire on Monday, July 19 after serving almost 30 years with the Stockton school. Repton is a harmonious place The school is a harmonious place in which to learn, and inspectors noted on their many visits to boarding houses that boarders from different backgrounds get on. In his 1984 autobiography, Dahl states that when he was a young fag, . 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