FLO URI SHI NG
Why ‘FLOURISHING’?
The Dean Close Foundation is an increasingly diverse and far-reaching educational charity with over two thousand people within its community, each with their own ideas and preferences. I t might seem impossible to have one overarching aim or ambition for the whole Foundation and ever yone within it, given this diversity, but we do have such an aim: that of Flourishing. I t is our ambition that ever y individual, ever y team, each school or nurser y and the whole organisation should Flourish The idea is drawn from the famous verse in John’s gospel which talks about ‘life to the full’, and it is a big aim.
I t is broad; it encourages us to consider intellectual development, as one would expect in a school, but also physical, cultural, psychological and spiritual growth and enrichment I t is not just broad but long-term, with the ambition that our pupils and staff should fulfil their potential and develop their God-given gifts now, but also that they should be significant, positive contributors to their communities and societies long into the future
And when it comes to the Foundation itself, to Flourish must include financial robustness and health, a realistic and sustainable strategic plan, and the recruitment and retention of talented individuals who share our values and ambitions For the Foundation as well as for the individuals who make it up, Flourishing is something that happens not just when ever ything goes according to plan, but perhaps even more when we are up against challenges and have to pull together to overcome them
At the star t of the academic year we were privileged to hear from Andy Wolfe, co-author of the excellent book ‘Flourishing Together : A Christian vision for Students, Educators and Schools’ He reminded us that Flourishing is something we do together; it relies on shared purpose, strong relationships, good resources, continuous learning and careful attention to wellbeing.
As ‘Flourishing Together ’ puts it:
It is our solidarity and our interconnectedness – our shared sense of purpose and our execution of a shared mission – that will make a difference to the children and communities we ser ve.
I couldn’t have put it better myself!
Emma Taylor Warden and CEO
One of the duties of a Trustee is to think both about the now and the next – about how we can flourish in the current academic year as well as in the decades ahead.
We want our pupils to enjoy their time here and to be well prepared for a future which may look ver y different to the present We hope that they will achieve their potential academically and flourish as individuals, with a strong set of values. We want the Foundation to operate efficiently this year, as a stable and well-run organisation, but we also want to invest for the future, offering an innovative and engaging curriculum in modern and inviting teaching spaces As the dictionar y definition of flourishing puts it, we want our pupils to “grow or develop in a healthy or vigorous way, especially as the result of a par ticularly congenial environment ”
The Charity Commission guidance states that Trustees must “make balanced and adequately informed decisions, think ing about the long-term as well as the shor t-term.” Strik ing this balance is vital, but it is not a once-and-done activity, nor is it easy The Foundation is not a business, but we have to be business-like We are devoted to the development of the children in our care, but we also take our responsibility to colleagues and the community seriously. We have long experience in education and pastoral care, but the needs of the children in our schools and nurseries now are changing, par ticularly as we all cope with the after-effects of the pandemic.
So for the Board of Trustees, our focus on flourishing requires a balancing act, an almost daily process of managing conflicting demands and different timescales, responding to the urgent as well as planning for the long-term. And as Trustees, this demanding work is wor th the effor t when we see our pupils flourish, on the pitch or in the playground, in the theatre, inside the examination room, or in society
Kathr yn Carden Chairman of the Board
What makes our organisation FLOURISH?
EDUCATION
Curriculum and Co-Curriculum
Boarding & Day
SEND and High Potential Pupils Distinctiveness
RELATIONSHIPS
Admissions
Marketing Development and Alumni Partnerships
FINANCIAL
Sustainability and Waste
DCSL Growth
DCNL Growth
Establishment
PEOPLE
Robust Foundation
Empowering People
Rewards and Wellbeing
Use of Data
Bradley Salisbury Head of DCS Executive Team
Emma Taylor Warden and CEO Executive Team
Andrew Bowcher CFOO Executive Team
Jennie Thomas Director of HR Executive Team
What makes our pupils FLOURISH?
Rehearsals
Friendships
Expeditions
FLO URI SHI NG Courage
DEAN CLOSE SCHOOL
Ever y individual is unique, so it is impor tant to give each person their own way in which to flourish.
Standing Up
The oppor tunity to address the whole school on a social issue provided an oppor tunity for one pupil to reflect more deeply on the subject and to develop their voice Tak ing time to understand how to bring about cultural change in a peer group will bring great benefits in the year to come Having the courage to stand and speak on an impor tant matter is sure to ripple out to other areas of their life.
Flourishing Health
In a personal mental health battle, it took a lot to bring back an individual to someone who was flourishing in work, rest and play I t was a complex combination of extraordinar y parenting, highly effective channels of communication, an adapted education programme involving professionals inside and outside of School, warm encouragement at ever y turn and a ver y determined young person at the centre.
Flourishing Pastoral Care
In the Lower School, the pastoral track ing software highlighted a pupil’s low trust of themselves and others. To respond to this, the staff identified a range of small leadership oppor tunities that would build confidence, provide interactions and enable them to see the strengths of others. O ver the years, they have grown into an extraordinar y adult who is having an impact on whatever community they are involved with now.
Breadth of Oppor tunity
For some pupils who want to be involved in ever ything it is the range of activities and the level they can reach that helps them to flourish To be challenged by passionate subject leaders, coached by top professionals, led by exper t musicians and have access to facilities and staff from 7am to 6pm provides the fer tile soil to develop. Not ever yone can or does access ever ything, but for those who do the oppor tunities can appear endless
DEAN CLOSE PREP
5 Time
The first year of our ‘5 Time’ programme has seen pupils not only develop key Sk ills for the Future (Compassion, Collaboration, Critical Think ing, Communication and Creativity), but also discover new abilities and passions that are helping them make a real impact:
• First Aid, gaining sk ills to help others in moments of need and through Help Cheltenham they have embraced the oppor tunity to give back to the local community.
• New experiences In the realm of spor ts, pupils have taken on new challenges such as American Football and Quidditch and on the creative front, explored new techniques like Gel Plate Printing and Plastic Bag Fusing.
• Academically, it has created extensions to their curriculum learning with deep dives into topics such as Ancient Civilisations and Famous Battles
O verall, 5 Time has provided an excellent platform for our pupils to flourish holistically – whether by developing life-saving sk ills, contributing to their community, exploring new spor ts or expanding their creative and academic horizons This initiative continues to unlock new talents, nur ture curiosity and prepare our pupils for a future where they can thrive
Nuture
At the hear t of DCPS lies a commitment to nur ture our pupils and this year we were delighted to see our pastoral care receive recognition. The ISI commended DCPS for “creating an inclusive, positive and open culture, which suppor ts pupils to feel heard and understood” . We were also honoured to receive the prestigious Prep School of the Year award from STEER track ing, recognising our exemplar y use of their tools to ensure proactive safeguarding for our pupils and in leading the pathway within the wider independent school sector
Celebration
2024 marked a significant milestone in our School’s histor y - 75 years since we welcomed our first Headmaster. To celebrate this special occasion, we hosted a series of events that brought together pupils, parents and alumni. I t was par ticularly hear twarming to welcome back Old Decanians, some of whom attended DCPS as far back as the 1940s, and witness the pride and excitement of our current pupils as they shared their experiences and achievements with those who once walked the same halls.
The anniversar y celebrations ser ved as a beautiful reminder of the deep-rooted traditions and sense of community that continue to define DCPS, while showcasing how we are flourishing in the present and preparing for a bright future.
DEAN CLOSE PRE-PREP
This year saw the Pre-Prep flourish, guided by our commitment to embed the core values and Five Sk ills for the Future. The School family was enriched by new additions, including a Deputy Head and a Year One teacher, whose exper tise significantly enhanced our educational offerings.
We deepened our curriculum focus, especially in English, phonics, reading and mathematics for our older pupils, and fur ther improved our communication with parents, streamlining communication systems, reducing paper and simplifying administrative tasks. A week ly video update from the Head was warmly received
Infrastructure improvements included reorganised classroom locations for better coherence and a new playground sur face that has expanded outdoor learning oppor tunities for our youngest pupils. Evelyn Binder ’s journey from a hesitant
beginner to a confident swimmer, culminating in her winning the ‘K aren Whitton Memorial Cup, ’ exemplifies the nur turing impact of our school environment
Our pupils have thrived, enthusiastically sharing their k nowledge and achievements, modelling the School’s values and the 5Cs in their daily activities We are thrilled with their results in Maths and English and with the new assessment system that effectively identifies each child’s strengths and development needs, enabling us to personalise learning suppor t.
We are grateful for the enhancements to the School’s aesthetic, including a fresh exterior, elegant door labels, and our new mascot, Cyril the Squirrel, who has been immor talised in a beautiful mosaic which all the children were involved in producing.
DEAN CLOSE AIRTHRIE
The Pupil School Council is a key platform for ensuring pupils’ voices are heard throughout the school environment By involving pupils in shaping their school experience, the Council reflects our core values of love, contribution and courage, helping to create a more inclusive and suppor tive Air thrie community.
Essential roles such as Chairperson, Secretar y, Pupil Suppor t O fficers and Librarians have worked together towards the Council's success The Chairperson led meetings with courage, representing pupil interests to School leadership and facilitating communication between pupils and staff The Secretar y, embracing the value of contribution, organised meetings, took minutes and maintained records of Council activities. Pupil Suppor t
O fficers showed love and care by fostering wellbeing, offering guidance to the younger members of the School and addressing concerns from their peers. Meanwhile, the Librarians played a key role in promoting reading and fostering a love for literature
One of the most exciting developments of the year was the launch of Air thrie’s ver y first podcast, an initiative led entirely by the Council. This new platform provided pupils with an innovative way to discuss impor tant issues, share school news, inter view staff and even parents who are former pupils The podcast not only strengthened communication but also gave pupils the oppor tunity to develop media and presentation sk ills.
This School Council has contributed greatly to the ‘flourishing’ mantra of the School; they have strengthened the Air thrie community and laid a strong foundation for continued success in the years to come
DEAN CLOSE ST JOHN’S
Flourishing Fridays
This has introduced a variety of engaging lessons focused on the great outdoors, community involvement and wellbeing, enhancing our pupils’ educational experience Across all year groups, they showcased their creativity during the annual Science Fair and different themed days, and par ticipated in a successful National Reading competition Our new ar t teacher encouraged pupils to express their creativity through sketchbooks, exploring various cultural styles.
Pastoral
Understanding the complexity of modern family lives, the provision of wraparound care from 7:30am to 5:50pm, including breakfast clubs, late stays with activities and evening meals, means we can suppor t our families to manage these challenges in the way that is best for them This is fur ther enhanced through the options of full-time or par t-time boarding, and reliable bus transpor t to school.
Healthy Eating
This has been a priority at St John’s, with our dedicated catering team providing balanced meals made from local ingredients whenever possible. They accommodated individual dietar y needs and conditions, ensuring that ever y child had access to nutritious food.
Spor t
We introduced new spor ts such as pedal and golf into the curriculum Our spor ts programme was fur ther enriched by visits from inspiring role models, including England T20 cricketer Danni Gibson, an Old Decanian Despite being a smaller School, we achieved remark able results, par ticularly in hockey, where our U12 girls placed 9th nationally in the IAPS tournament We also excelled in football, lacrosse and rugby.
International
Two overseas trips to South Africa and France provided unforgettable, lifetime experiences whilst deepening the children’s cultural understanding We also welcomed international visitors from China and South Africa, enriching the community and fostering connections across cultures
DEAN CLOSE LIT TLE TREES NURSERIES
This year has seen a growth in demand across all our nurseries aided by the Government's initiative for increasing funded childcare places from nine months, suppor ting more parents back to work.
Community Par tnerships
Our nurseries have developed par tnerships with local colleges, universities and schools to develop our Apprenticeship Programme and encourage students to work within the Early Years sector. This has improved our qualified staffing ratios across the nurseries through our 'Grow our O wn' programme
Parent Education
Our nurseries have delivered various sessions with a focus on suppor ting and educating parents across a variety of themes, eg First Aid, as par t of our Child Safety focus; What the Curriculum Means, giving parents a greater awareness of how they can contribute to their child's learning at home; and termly events such as Stay and Plays
Extra-curricular Clubs
All nurseries offer specialised clubs to enhance learning and development, for example:
• Robot Reg - suppor ts crucial reading and writing sk ills
• Moo Music - develops confidence and cultural appreciation whilst enhancing auditor y and rhythmic sk ills.
• Supa Strikers or Rugby Tots - for physical fitness, teamwork and coordination, encouraging children to lead healthy and active lifestyles
667
1189 Foundation Nurser y children
Foundation Pupils
1,234
142
Children doing first aid lessons
3,204
Number of Nurser y Stories read
747 School Trips
6,867
Music Lessons
32% 9-8s
2% OXBRIDGE
55%
RUSSELL GROUP
93% FIRST / SECOND CHOICE UNIVERSIT Y 51% 9-7s
68 Plays and Musical Per formances
70 %+ of pupils achieved 9-7 in Latin, Music, Ar t, Geography and Biology.
80%+
of pupils achieved A*-B in French, Maths, Biology, Chemistr y, Economics, Ar t and Psychology
Most popular universities
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(4) University
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(4) University
Most popular courses
Business Management
English
International Relations
Mechanical Engineering
Spor t and Exercise Science
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OF REMARKABLE SUCCESS
Recruitment
The newly established recruitment team has become an integral par t of the organisation, with exceptional feedback on their proactive approach to recruitment and candidate care
The appointment of the Head of Dean Close St John’s School has been instrumental in ensuring that both colleagues and pupils within this School continue to flourish.
The induction of 303 new star ters reflects our commitment to growth. The HR team’s hard work in processing 1,191 administrative requests, suppor ting 90 employee relations cases and handling 722 Paycare claims fur ther demonstrates its dedication to operational excellence and employee care
One standout celebration was the integration of external catering ser vices, bringing 60 new staff into the Dean Close Foundation family This change has significantly enhanced our catering provision with benefits for all.
Leadership
Leadership development has been a major focus, with 52 leaders successfully completing the three-day leadership course, while 72 others are progressing through the programme Additionally, 300 staff members par ticipated in two half-day workshops on the Healthy Work place Programme, reflecting our commitment to fostering both professional development and wellbeing.
Our regular leadership evenings continue to be a vital forum for structured, open discussions, promoting collaboration and nur turing the development of future leaders in a suppor tive environment
Engagement
Beyond operational success, there has been a strong focus on employee engagement, education and wellbeing with three menopause sessions provided valuable suppor t and awareness of this impor tant topic
We have 25 employees are currently enrolled in apprenticeship programmes
covering areas such as early years, hor ticulture and leadership which really helps us develop and give back to our em Loo pro suc gro of o
A FLOURISHING COMMUNITY
The Cheltenham Education Partnership
The year revolved around Changemakers and sustainability in schools, with lots of collaboration and enrichment to stretch and challenge our pupils
• This Changemakers event was a projec t in each school within the Cheltenham Education Par tnership that would ultimately be displayed at the Wilson Galler y in Cheltenham.
• Other notable initiatives were the debating competitions, launched to increase these ac tivities in state schools within the par tnerships, and the large ‘Cheltenham 4 Change’ events that revolved around work-related themes such as medicine, NHS jobs and dentistr y.
• Dean Close School hosted a Climate Fresk event as well as launching the Cineyouth Media and film events with Bournside School.
• The School took par t in a podcast recording of an LGBT rights campaigner and Hamza from Stric tly Come Dancing, whilst on the stage at the Cheltenham Literature Festival.
• Alongside Cheltenham Ladies’ College and All Saint’s Academy, we are the main drivers of the Par tnership, and it was Dean Close that was chosen to be to talk about the strength of the par tnership and the reasons why it is so impor tant.
Alumni and Development
This year has been one of growth and connection, strengthening alumni relations, launching new initiatives and celebrating key successes Our development effor ts continue to gain momentum, suppor ting the Foundation’s continued success into the future
ENGAGING WITH OUR COMMUNIT Y
• Hong Kong Reunion: Bringing together 45 alumni, followed by gatherings in Seoul and Tok yo, strengthening global connections.
• Courage Event: Tak ing the DCF value of ‘Courage’, former World Cup sk ier Chemmy Alcott and champion jockey Danny Mullins were invited to come and speak about their experiences of courage
• Old Decanian Ski Trip: Tak ing a group of alumni on an inaugural trip to La Plagne
• Speech Day Reunion: A wonder ful event, with over 200 alumni from the 1980s reconnecting, some returning for the first time in decades.
• Alumni Campus Visits: Welcoming back 22 of our alumni for a tour of their old school.
• Nine Lessons & Carols: With a record 400 attendees, this beautiful ser vice was also globally live-streamed.
• School Play ‘Anything Goes’: 130 alumni enjoyed the show in the Bacon Theatre, highlighting our pupils’ exceptional talent and our commitment to the ar ts
The Business of Networking
• Business Networking Breakfasts: Relaunched with over 50 professionals connecting. These events foster valuable industr y connections and collaboration within our community
• Careers Fair: With 28 businesses, from finance to technology, sharing sector insights and network ing oppor tunities with Dean Close pupils
• Speed Inter view Challenge: Enhancing inter view sk ills for pupils, preparing them for university and job applications
• Lower Sixth Work Day: Our first-ever Work Day where 50 local businesses provided placements to Year 12 pupils, offering hands-on experience across multiple sectors.
• Summer OD Panel: Alumni shared careers advice with pupils.
Coming together in Sport
• Old Decanian Golf Team: Reclaimed the Spa Trophy against Cheltenham College in July 2024. Our Close Community Golf Day at Cotswold Hills Golf Club also brought together alumni, parents, and staff for a day of friendly competition.
• Old Decanian Cricket Club: playing the Gloucester Gipsies.
• Close Community Golf Day: Alumni, parents, and staff enjoyed friendly competition.
• Clay Pigeon Shoot: Attracted 30 par ticipants
• Sixes Hockey Vic tor y: Defeated Malvern College 3-0, winning the trophy for the first time in seven years
Musical Legacies
• James Trickey Prize: Established to inspire future A Level Music students
• Diana Walkley Bequest: Suppor ts the Music Depar tment, continuing her legac y as the first Peripatetic Singing teacher.
Community Generosity
• Class of 2024 Foundation Award: Raised £23,000, with positive feedback from global families
• New Foundation Awards brochure: Celebrates community generosity and encourages future giving Our legac y programme continues to thrive, thanks to hear tfelt testimonials from current legators
• Humanities Centre Fundraising: Halfway to target, £200,000 remaining to create an inspiring academic hub
James Trickey
Chaplaincy
In our first of year of an expanded Chaplainc y team, it has been a dynamic and impactful time Christian Unions (CUs) continue to thrive, with growing pupil par ticipation. Chapel ser vices, Bible studies and other regular gatherings have become impor tant spaces for young people to explore their faith, ask questions, suppor t each other and sing! We are also excited to see an increasing number tak ing on leadership roles within the CUs, preparing them for future ser vice in School and beyond.
Broader involvement in chaplainc y events has been par ticularly encouraging, with staff and parents attending and contributing to both formal and informal gatherings. This has enriched our sense of community as we engage with key issues relevant to both our faith and the wider world.
Significant moments in our Schools were led by the chaplainc y, including Commem, Christmas ser vices, Leavers' ser vices, the 75th anniversar y celebration of the Prep
school, and Remembrance Day. These occasions provide deep moments of reflection and connection, and build up our school community.
In Januar y the ‘Ministr y and Leadership Trainee’ (MALT ) programme was established to allow young people to spend a year at Dean Close Schools as they explore their vocation and fully immerse themselves in the School communities.
Looking Ahead
We are par tnering with other schools and outside organisations, broadening the impact of our ministr y. Additionally, we are excited to fur ther develop chaplainc y provision in both St John's and Air thrie prep schools, ensuring that the next generation is nur tured in faith with care and intentionality, as Dean Close Schools seek to be a place to develop body, mind and spirit.
(L-R) Emma Taylor, Warden; Revd Ian Gulland, Senior Chaplin; Bishop Rachel, Bishop of Gloucester; Alice Monaghan, Assistant Chaplain
Number of ODs who gave help to current pupils 23
10
Foundation Awards since 2018
Number of legators
Number of ODs who came for individual visits to school 40 OD EVENTS
35
Number of handwritten letters received from ODs
Number of connected ODs: (UK: 2,399 O verseas: 1,601) 22
CURRENT PARTNERS
Gloucester Rugby Club
Circle2Success
Uganda Nyak atakura Memorial School
The Independent Schools Christian Alliance Monmouth Group
Cheltenham Literature Festival
Cheltenham Educational Par tnership
Tewkesbur y Abbey
Local primar y schools
HMC
IAPS
Betteridge School
Food Banks
Days4girls
Kids Klub K ampala
New Sight Congo
Cineyouth Media
Cheltenham Community Pantr y
A STRATEGY FOR GROWTH
Executive Overview
The Finance Pillar plans for the growing financial strength of the Foundation over the long-term. We are pleased to note the record financial per formance in the year to 31 August 2024 where an operating surplus reached £2.6m.
Our long-term planning for VAT on fees derived savings from reduced costs in our central operations and organic growth was evident, with both schools and nurseries increasing income and margin DCSL has recovered strongly for a second year as it builds business and profits back to pre-Covid levels once again.
One hundred percent of the surpluses generated by the subsidiaries is gift aided to the Foundation ever y year. This strength allows to do three things:
1. Not only to protec t but continually improve the quality of our teaching, learning and pastoral care.
2. To suppor t all of our parents when VAT comes in by taking over half of the burden.
3. To invest into our people and facilities for the future.
We continue to seek out suitable growth oppor tunities and gain more benefits of scale
Summar y of financial per formance, subsidiaries and infrastructure
Financial Per formance
• Surplus: The consolidated surplus before financing costs, investment gains, depreciation and amor tisation of goodwill was a record £2.61m, up from £1.88m in 2023 This improvement was driven by higher net fee income in schools, continued improved income and margin growth in the subsidiaries, and overall expenditure savings in core ser vices.
• Income: Total incoming resources increased by £2 87m (9 5%), with significant contributions from fee and subsidiar y trading income
• Expenditure: Total expenditure increased by £2 47m (8 2%) but remained below budget, reflecting effective cost management
• Balance Sheet: Strengthened by £4m cash held on long term deposit as of 31 August 2024 Fees received in advance for the financial year ending 31 August 2025 totalled £8 3m, up from £3 9m in 2023
Subsidiaries’ Financial Per formance
Dean Close Ser vices Limited (DCSL) Turnover : £1 19m up f Operating Profit: £408
Dean Close Nurserie Turnover : £5 32m up f Operating Profit: £1,05
Infrastruc tur
Total Investment: £2 3
Key Projec ts
• Purchase of an add
• Significant upgrade
• Improvements to o Pre-Preparator y Sch
• Ongoing investmen and data safety.
Financial Results
Dean Close Services
Dean Close Ser vices has enjoyed a buoyant year with a return to pre-Covid profits which are gift-aided back into the Foundation
As the implications of VAT in the Independent School sector loom, the impor tance of what is delivered through DCSL has never been greater. In line with its growth strategy, key areas of business have been:
• Easter Revision Course (ERC)
• Swim School
• Drama Camp
• Immersion Programme at Dean Close St John’s
ERC has become a well-established and popular course Now with eight years of success stories, it tutored 100 students in 2024, its biggest number yet.
DC Swim School has enjoyed a full year of business after the pool was refurbished and now has over 280 children swimming each week This number is growing week ly
As an extension to DCSL’s Camps and Courses strand, DCSL held its first summer
Drama Camp where 60 children attended, per forming a wonder ful show at the end of the week in the Bacon Theatre in front of family and friends
Mark ing an expansion into integrated programmes across the Foundation’s schools, in June, twenty-one children came from Shanghai to stay at Dean Close St John’s. They spent two weeks being fully integrated into the life of the School, with additional cultural trips to Oxford and London. This is the first of these programmes since Covid and was a great success
A new Badminton Par tnership at Dean Close has seen the refurbishment of the Old Gym which is now home to County Badminton and provides great oppor tunities for pupils too.
Look ing to the future, DCSL is entering a year of fur ther expansion with the launch if its own Summer School in 2025. The challenge is to maintain the level of income we currently enjoy from guaranteed hirers whilst developing our own camps and courses alongside.
Dean Close Estates
The Estates Depar tment receives a huge number of requests for projects, all of which are considered. This year it totalled
6015 with 5371 being completed The CFOO and Operations Bursar ensure that projects are prioritised on health & safety grounds firstly O ther considerations are impact on learning, sustainability and also the visual appearance of DCF facilities.
With a full complement of trades within the Estates Team, this year saw many projects carried out in-house, saving valuable resources and allowing investments in facilities elsewhere
Here are a few examples of the improvements to the site this year :
• Refurbishment of the old gymnasium
• Four new kitchens installed
• Seven bathrooms/toilets installed
• Six classrooms refurbished and updated
• Four minibuses rebranded
• Two new elec tric vehicles
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70
105
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ENABLING DEAN CLOSE TO CONTINUE TO FLOURISH
Thank you for all your donations and pledges for the 2023/2024 Academic Year
These contributions play a vital role in enriching the Dean Close experience, allowing us to continue providing exceptional educational oppor tunities and nur turing the growth and success of our pupils.
We also extend our hear tfelt gratitude to our Cornerstone Society Their deep commitment and loyalty to Dean Close through the pledging of legac y gifts is a testament to their dedication to ensuring the continued flourishing of the School for generations to come.
Special recognition goes to the late Diana Walk ley for her generous gift to Music. In September 1995, Diana Walk ley was the first peripatetic singing teacher at Dean Close Junior School She left a generous bequest of £65,500 for the School’s Music Depar tment in her will, which will positively impact aspiring musicians This gesture ser ves as a hear tfelt testament to her profound love for music. Her memor y lives on, and the lasting legac y of her contribution continues to inspire
Additionally, we are pleased to share that we have reached the halfway mark in fundraising for the Humanities Centre project, thanks to the generous suppor t of our donors, including those who have k indly pledged, some anonymously.
Samir Abbas
Nick Allpor t
Mrs V Aris
Mr & Mrs C Bolton
Rebecca Clouston
The Cronin Family
The Dimmer Family
Dan Douglass
Mr JW Eaden
Mrs D Fawzi
Alexander Fitzgerald
Mr and Mrs M Hanson
Mark and Henrietta Hughes
Mr G Lane
General (Retd) Sir John McColl KCB CBE DSO
Fiona Morgan (née Lloyd)
Rev'd P Morris
Nick Norman
The Old Decanian Society
The Philip-Sorensen Family
Simon Pollock
Elizabeth Rober tson
Liz and Neil Stewar t
The Henr y Sun Family
Lt Col ET Taylor
Mr D Till
Rev'd J Trickey
Mr AS Troughton
Rev'd C Turner
Mrs S Vaus
Diana Walk ley
Rev'd & Mrs P Wheaton
Mr JCB Winter
The Rev ’d Daniel Young
Diana Walk ley
TRUSTEES AND COUNCIL
Council
BEE Jane, BSc
BEEVERS Victoria FE
BENNET T Sue BA FE
BIRD Anthony OD
BOWEN Meurig CP
BRADBY Hugh FP
BYRD, Russel FCA, FCCA CP
DAVIES Brian Rhys OBE CP
DAVIES, Natasha Claire (Sasha) OD
DOWLER, Caroline FP
DREW Stephen, MA
DUFFIN Ian, FCA, Bcom FP
EDEN Rebecca FP
FLETCHER, Chloe MA
FOSTER Simon CP
GLASER, Lee MA BSc
HALL John FP
HARDING, Brian, MBA
HARVEY Paul James MA (Oxon) FE
HAYNES, Tessa BSc Hons
HILDICK-SMITH, Richard MEng CEng IMechE OD, CP
HILLMAN, Alison
HIRST Mrs Sara L, BEd
HUNT Andrew J CP
JUDGE Andrew FP
KILPATRICK Iain, BA, Med, FRSA
KEENS Rachel A
LEWIS Timothy Robin
MACKAY Rev'd Ruper t CP
MAIN, David, FCA, FCCA CP
MARSDEN, Audrey BSc MAEd
MOOS, James Mcomp (Hons) CCP MCIS OD
MORRIS, Claire OD,CP
MULLINS, Dale OD
NICHOLAS, Benjamin (MA) FE
PACK, Charlotte OD
PALMER Hugh
PHILIP-SORENSEN Mark OD, CP
PORTER Amanda CP
THE LORD RIBEIRO, Bernard, kt, CBE, FRCS OD
RIDING Mrs K aren, LLB FP
RITCHIE Dan, BA OD
SILVESTER, Paul ACIB, BA CP
STALLARD Camille, BA FP
SULLIVAN Beth FP
TAYLOR Lt Col Edward T, BA, RA OD
THOMAS Simon BA, LLM & Solicitor CP
THOMAS Stephen, BA, LLB CP
THOMPSON, Antony James OD
TOWNSEND James, MA OD
WIDDOWSON, Tim OD
WILLIAMS The Revd Canon Paul R, CStJ, DL FP
WILLIAMS R t Revd Paul CP
Board
CARDEN Mrs K athr yn, MPhil, BA FP
ALLEN Revd Malc BA FP
BULLINGHAM, Simon MSc, BSc CP
CANSDALE, Brig Matthew MBE
DALTRY Mrs Helen, BA FP
HOLLIDAY, Stephen W, MA FE
HUGHES Mark, BSc OD
KNIGHT Frank ie Louise, BA OD
LOCK AVM Ray, CBE, BSc FP
MCDONALD, Gar y B COMM BACC FP
SHAW, Francis FP
SMITH Matthew P, MA FP
SMITH, Mark MA, MBA, ACIB
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FUTURES