FROM KING EDWARD’S WITLEY 40ISSUE 2022AUGUST Inside this Kestrelissue SPORT OVER THE YEARS – PAST AND PRESENT EXHIBITION HALL REIMAGINED OPENING OF THE NEW JUBILEE HOUSE SCHOOL SHOWCASE: DRAMA, ART, MUSIC, SPORT STAFF SPOTLIGHT: MR RIKKI CLARKE, HEAD OF CRICKET
03 Welcome from the Treasurer 04 A Note from the Head 05 Exciting Updates Around Campus: Exhibition Hall & Jubilee House 07 Moments Across the Year 08 Staff Spotlight – Head of Cricket, Mr Rikki Clarke 09 Old Witleian Chronicles 12 Finding Mat Finderling - Celebrating the School’s History 13 Drama 14 Art 15 Music 16 Sport 21 Be a Part of the Giving 22 Ways to Give 23 Annual Donor Roll We notify all Old Witleians about events via email and across our social media channels. If you would like to confirm we have your correct details, complete the ‘Update Your Contact Details‘ form in the Old Witleians section of the website – www.kesw.org. You can follow us on our private Old Witleians Facebook group, follow us on Twitter @OldWitleians or network with Old Witleians on our LinkedIn page (search: King Edward’s Witley). The Development team can be reached on oldwitleians@kesw.org or calling 01428 68 6773 Front cover photo: First annual Bridewell Community Day Old Witleian cricket match CONTENTS UNITED BY DIVERSITY SINCE 1553
The transformative experience that we provide would not be possible without your continuing support. We are very grateful and appreciative of all that you do to support us to enable our young people to fulfil their individual potential. On behalf of the School and the Foundation, I would like to express my sincere appreciation to all our donors, partner charities, City Livery companies and the City of London Corporation for your ongoing commitment to the Foundation through this exceptional period.
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I am proud that the Bridewell Foundation forms such a significant and integral part of the rich history of the KESW
Justine Voisin
The assistance offered by the KESW Community has always been an integral part of our rich history and I am delighted that we have the opportunity, through Kestrel, to show our gratitude to our supporters. As you read about the increased number of core sports for both boys and girls, innovative drama events, ground-breaking new living facilities for our Upper Sixth Form pupils, or our new Reception, inviting café space and study and meeting amenities in our renovated library, I very much hope that you will continue to join us in our endeavours to help as many young people as possible to fulfil their true potential.
FROM THE TREASURER
Given the unprecedentedcontinuingchallenges that young people are facing today, an education that provides a foundation for life is more crucial than ever. This is even more so for young people whose personal circumstances may put them at a disadvantage at such a critical time. Providing these young people with a “home” and enabling them to flourish is something we can do and do well. It is fundamental to the continuing founding Bridewell mission. The provision of a broad and nurturing education in a diverse and tolerant environment benefits all of our pupils in their life outcomes.
These projects and improvements will help to ensure that we continue to provide the very best broad-based education and facilities to enable our pupils to thrive in a connected and global world. We very much hope to see you at the events that we will finally again be able to organise over the coming year to celebrate these and school life in general.
Wherever this finds you in the world, I hope that you are safe and well. It is a profound privilege to be part of the King Edward’s community, knowing that we all belong to a foundation that is ‘ancient, royal and religious’.
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Of all the different groups who form part of the King Edward’s Community, you, our Old Wits, remain constant. Your connection with the School past, present and future is invaluable. We have news to share with you as we work to protect and preserve all that is good about the school, while also keeping an open mind to innovation and progress. An example of such creative thinking can be seen in the reimagined and architect-designed buildings which you will read about in these pages. We have maintained exteriors of buildings, in such a way that your memories of the campus will be unaltered, while repurposing the inside to provide
I would like to pay tribute to the many staff in all departments who have worked so hard to maintain academic standards and deliver a rich and varied programme for all our pupils. One of our core pillars is our commitment to pastoral care: gone are the careless comments or attitudes that children are so resilient and can cope with anything … of course, they can do so, but they do not have to do it alone. We are very much a team working together. We recognise and appreciate that our young people have the opportunity to be supported as they learn about themselves and that this place and experience equips them to be effective, successful and fulfilled.
Amid the turbulence, I am pleased to report that the School is in good health: physical and financial. Pupil numbers continue to increase, and the campus is developing beautifully in so many areas. Importantly, the school is in good heart: we welcomed our new Chaplain the Reverend James Radcliffe to the school and we have seen Chapel life resume its pre-covid vibrancy. We have also been pleased to welcome Mr Nick Leiper de Bathe and his family as he takes up the lead on the Charity and Bursary work, reaching out to families to ensure that financial aid reaches those who most need it. Your support and commitment to the Foundation is very much valued – thank you for partnering with us to help provide transformational education.
Dear Old Witleans,
We offer an all-round and well-rounded education, and this means that we value the co-curricular programme of activities, recognising that pupils learn so much through sport, drama, art and music. Research shows that pupils who achieve highly in their co-curricular pursuits improve their academic progress as their self-confidence is built. I hope that as you read these pages, you will share some of the excitement of what they have achieved and that you will feel able to come and visit the school again very soon. We look forward to welcoming you.
Mrs Joanna Wright BA
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all our pupils with the best possible living and learning experience. There is great anticipation about the completion of the building work and an appreciation that this is a significant development for the school. None of this work diverts funds or energy from our core offering which is and should always be the mindful care of each pupil: to see them flourish and go on to be fulfilled in whatever lies ahead.
This extraordinary year of change and challenge has refined our sense of community as we emerged out of lockdowns to revert to ‘normal’ – only to discover that resetting may be better described as realignment, setting our course by focusing on all that is valuable, enduring and worthwhile. Such points of reference may, in some cases, have moved, shifted by the pandemic and global chaos. Community, teams and friendship feature strongly in this edition of Kestrel, as we reflect together.
Our ISI inspection provided us with feedback that was affirming and heart-warming. All the important things about a school have been captured brilliantly: the relationships, the support, opportunities and ambition. The challenge for us now is to embed further some of the structural changes that will enable us to achieve higher results in the narrow fields of exam expectation.
This academic year, the main entrance to the School will be via Gurdon’s Lane, through the brick entry gates. The lane has been widened to
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As the 2022/23 academic year starts, visitors will notice some dramatic changes to campus.
The Exhibition Hall has been at the core of the School for decades and has served the needs of the staff and pupils in many ways. The building was gifted by John Foster, a School Governor in the late 19 th century, and was called the Foster Drill Hall. It became known as Big School in 1935, and was used for assemblies, Prep, Saturday evening films, exams and Speech Day presentations. In 1958 the space was partitioned to create a sports hall and gym, until the Sports Centre fully opened in 1994 when it became Exhibition Hall and the Dance and Drama Studio.
supports collaborative learning and independent study as well as space for seminars.
The Exhibition Hall has been reimagined and will offer an impressive façade with a new double height entrance hall linking through to the main School. The extended Piccadilly Café will provide an inviting space to refresh and refuel and will lead directly to an external courtyard. The library will be a dynamic space, located on a mezzanine floor bathed in natural light through rooflights, and will be capable of supporting a wide range of 21st Century learning activities. The library will support a traditional book library and offer a place for quiet independent study but will also offer a space where pupils and teachers can come together to research and
collaborate. Fixed computer workstations will be available as well as WiFi access throughout, alongside comfortable seating where pupils can ‘curl up and read a book’.
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In June 2022, it was announced the new House would be named Jubilee House, in honour of the Queen’s Jubilee year. Mr Nick Emsley, who was willHousemaster.rolehasHousemaster,GraftonacceptedtheofJubileeHebejoinedby
Jubilee House will provide a different boarding model for our most mature pupils which will help prepare our young people for university and adult life while providing the possibility of more independent living.
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on ‘old’ Ridley and St Bridget’s as we repurposed the Houses into the new Upper Sixth Form House for girls, boys, day pupils and boarders in a single house with two wings – one for girls, one for boys.
Mr Simon Lightman who joins King Edward’s as Head of Religious Studies and Philosophy as well as the Assistant Housemaster in Jubilee House. Mr Ian Peel, our new Head of Sixth Form, will work closely with Mr Emsley and Mr Lightman to guide the Sixth Form pupils through the challenges Sixth Form brings. The addition of the Upper Sixth House will allow Lower Sixth pupils to assume greater leadership responsibilities in the ‘old’ Houses.
In September 2020, the Ridley boys were relocated across the ‘heart’ into old Queens’ House, thus effectively twinning Ridley with Grafton House. This move allowed work to begin
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IN OCTOBER 2021, OUR ANNUAL ADMISSIONS DAY WAS HELD AT GUILDFORD CATHEDRAL
On Thursday 23rd June, members of the 1553 Guild met for their annual gathering at King Edward’s. They enjoyed welcome drinks in the Quad before progressing into the Selborne Room for a sumptuous lunch joined by the newly elected Prefects. After lunch and before the speeches, they were entertained by our talented music scholars before the unveiling of a portrait of our Vice President, Alderman Sir Peter Estlin. The Treasurer,
Mrs Justine Voisin, warmly thanked Sir Peter in her address for his dedication to King Edward’s and his service as the former Treasurer. The Head Boy and Head Girl unveiled the magnificent portrait of Sir Peter dressed in his Lord Mayor of the City of London robes and chain of office. The portrait will hang permanently in the Selborne Room alongside four former Treasurers and two former Presidents, one of whom, Sir James Sanderson, is similarly attired in his Lord Mayoral robes from 1793.
BRIDEWELL COMMUNITY DAY AND PROMS 2022
After over 35 years at King Edward’s, Mrs Janet Todd retired in the 2022 Spring Term. Mrs Todd held a variety of positions: Modern Foreign Language teacher, Tudor Matron, an evening and weekend tutor, Home Economics teacher to cover maternity leave, 6 years as Ridley Matron when her husband, Mr Stuart Todd was Housemaster and finally almost 16 years in the Exams Office.
To ensure those who joined the School during Covid restrictions were able to participate in this rite of passage, pupils who joined King Edward’s in 2020, as well as 2021, were formally admitted to the School. The event was held in Guildford Cathedral to accommodate nearly double the pupils and families than in previous years. Alderman Sir Peter Estlin shared special memories of his own Admissions Day ceremony with an audience made up of four year groups from across the School, as well as parents and staff. The ceremony was spectacular and featured singing from our Chapel Choir.
Mr Todd retired several years ago but continued to support Mrs Todd during exam periods. The Todd’s son, Matthew Todd, was a pupil at King Edward’s from 2002 - 2006
On Saturday 25th June, Bridewell Community Day took place, and the wider King Edward’s community joined together in what was a fun and sociable day. Current KESW and Barrow Hills pupils and families, staff from both Schools and their families, and all Old Witleians were invited to attend. The Community Day is one of the School’s most significant fundraising events of the year with the proceeds supporting Foundation pupils. We were thrilled to finally bring the day to fruition as the pandemic delayed the event in the previous two years. The event was
A FOND FAREWELL TO MRS JANET TODD
The KESW Shop, located in The Sewing Room continue to expand their KESW merchandise range. The latest additions are King Edward’s tote bags (£12) and House mugs (£5). All profits from memorabilia sales are directed to the Bridewell Royal Hospital Foundation, incorporating King Edward’s Witley, to fund bursaries for our Foundation pupils. Memorabilia can be collected from the School or sent via tracked post. Orders can be placed by calling or emailing the Development Office.
UNVEILING OF THE PORTRAIT OF THE VICE PRESIDENT, ALDERMAN SIR PETER ESTLIN
MOMENTS ACROSS THE YEAR
organised around a cricket match between current pupils, Old Witleians and Staff. After what was a gruelling match, the Old Witleians were victorious but it is fair to say there was a great effort from both sides. Vendor stalls were dotted around Upper Gurdon’s field as local artists and vendors came to showcase their work. There was plenty of food and drink on hand and an ice cream van for those who fancied a sweet treat! The event also provided an opportunity for guests to take part in a silent auction, with some amazing prizes as well as fantastic raffle prizes. Make plans to join us in 2023!
In September 2021, King Edward’s appointed ex-professional Surrey and England cricketer Mr Rikki Clarke as the new Head of Cricket.
Mrs Joanna Wright, Head, said, ‘The appointment of Mr Clarke is a wonderful opportunity for our School, and for our boys and girls to be taught by someone they consider a role model.’
For me, wanting to teach was always there. I wanted to be part of a comforting and rewarding environment, and to keep the legacy of cricket strong. Working in a co-educational School like King Edward’s will help to maintain the strength of the sport for both boys and girls, and to provide multiple opportunities for growth no matter the skill level.”
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Mr Clarke has had an extensive cricket career. He started with Surrey Youth Cricket at the age of 9 and matured into a respected and well-liked Surrey all-rounder. He won two Test and 20 ODI caps for England, all before the age of 25. Mr Clarke won three Championship titles in his county career including titles in 2002 and 2019 with Surrey and in 2012 with Warwickshire.
Mr Clarke spoke to the School about his move from playing cricket to teaching.
As the standard of sport continues to flourish at the School, Mr Clarke is responsible for expanding the opportunities for our current pupils as well as the wider School community.
It seems that Mr Clarke is unable to quell his passion for cricket; in addition to his role as Head of Cricket, he also runs ‘Rikki Clarke Cricket Academy’ which helps provide a springboard for aspiring cricketers across the Southeast. The academy is based at King Edward’s and children between the ages of 10-16, and all abilities, are welcome to register.
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“I had a lot of support throughout my time as a professional player. At Surrey County, my team were fantastic. We sat down regularly and created a roadmap of where I wanted to be in the future.
Chris, Michael and Chris, were all School Prefects at King Edward’s between 1959 and 1963. They reunited in the Summer of 2022 where they recounted their memories of sport at King Edward’s as part of this sport focussed edition of Kestrel.
I moved to the United States for my career. I returned to university to study for an MBA with Indiana University of Pennsylvania and I worked as the Assistant Coach for the university soccer team. While still at the university I became a professional soccer player, contracted with the Cleveland Cobras franchise. I am a licensed coach through the US Soccer programme and I was an instructor for the Massachusetts Youth Soccer Association. I am grateful for sporting opportunities I had while at King Edward’s which allowed me to become involved in sport throughout my life.
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The girls were required to play hockey and netball in the Winter and Spring Terms and rounders and tennis in the Summer Term. In 5th and 6th Form, boys were able to play tennis on Saturday evenings with the girls but there was no formal tennis for the boys. During the Autumn Terms, the only permitted close encounters with the girls was ballroom and country dancing in the Big Gym on the Saturday nights after the film had been shown. Ballroom dancing was very popular because of the tight turns with your partner when dancing the quick step. On one occasion, I managed to slip in as a 4th Former and one of the girls, Florence Crooks, taught me the steps to the Waltz! I attended Brunel College of Advanced Technology. In the spring
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of my second year, I was selected to play for the British Technical Colleges football team. In my last two years at university, I was selected to play for the England University National team. We had a two-week football tour across Iran in 1966, the year the England team won the World Cup at Wembley. This caused some confusion when we arrived in Tehran where many were expecting the England professional side!
Sport was a regular part of the curriculum as well as clubs. The School focussed on football and cricket for the boys who were assigned to play almost every day of the week except Wednesdays and Saturdays when we had matches against other schools. Hockey was introduced for the boys, but I don’t remember it was as well organized as the football or cricket was.
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I ran out an Old Wit playing on the on the Britannia team (Percy Proctor). The next year we visited Portsmouth for the fixture and lost, but we did get to go onto the yacht despite it being refurbished at the time.
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At the end of each year, we took part in Sports Day where we competed for points that counted towards the Cock House Cup competition. Other sports that counted toward the Cock House Cup were gymnastics, athletics, track and field and even rifle shooting. Basketball was introduced in 1959 and tennis was introduced (for boys) towards the end of 1963. I remember I learnt boxing as a sport in 1st and 2nd Form. We presented a gymnastics display for parents on Speech Day. While at King Edward’s,
One of my lasting memories from my time at King Edward’s was there was a King Edward’s train from Waterloo; it was exclusively for King Edward’s pupils and staff and the School logo was painted on the side of the carriages! This train started in 1956 but sadly, the train was replaced by the main line from Waterloo.
The cricket fields at King Edward’s were originally where the main parking area currently is located and they stretched all the way up to the tennis courts. Much of our socialising at school was expected to be done outdoors. I remember our free time on Sundays was for countryside walks only. We were not permitted to have ‘town visits’ to Godalming or Guildford and our movements were restricted to the ‘countryside’.
I was captain of the swim and gymnastics teams and I am honoured to be a part of the sporting history of the School.
After leaving King Edward’s, I received a degree in Economics with joint honours in Politics and I enjoyed teaching for 28 years. CHRIS PARKINSON to RIDLEY
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In the late 1950s we played football and cricket and I remember boxing for two years but this was stopped. Pupils were expected to run cross country in all types of weather!
Chris Swain and I played in the Ladies Glove cricket match against the Royal Yacht Britannia team. The band visited
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My parents had been club cyclists in the 1930’s and they regularly left London to tour Britain with friends on their holidays. They never encouraged me to ride but I always had a bike. Whilst in the 4th Form at King Edward’s, I bought a road bike from Nicolas Olsen for £9.00 in an attempt to keep up with my friend Roger Collins on his state-of-the-art road bike. There were Sunday afternoon rides from School, returning just in time for tea. Roger organised a memorable Easter cycling trip (my first trip abroad) to coincide with the finish of the Paris-Roubaix Road Race. At the velodrome we hustled the autograph of our hero, the legendary British rider Tom Simpson.
Several years later, when I was an Art Director living in Paris and Germany with my family, we collectively took up mountain biking. Upon returning to the UK, and wishing to continue to cycle, I joined the San Fairy Ann in Kent, our local Cycling Club, joining the Saturday club runs.
Prior to accepting a teaching job with the Sports Department at King Edward’s, I was a member of the England Netball team. I had been selected to play on the team as we travelled across the West Indies and Jamaica. I had a marvellous time playing and our team was a superbly strong team – we didn’t lose one match whilst on tour! Netball has remained a big part of my life; my daughter currently coaches the Wasps Netball team, and my granddaughter is on the England Netball pathway.
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Mrs Margaret Buck (née Barlow) joined King Edward’s in the Sports department, in 1962. Here she recounts some of her memories around the time she accepted her teaching position at the School and being part of the England Netball Team.
When I joined King Edward’s, I continued to play netball, but my days were more focused on the pupils and teaching. First, I lived in Copeland, one of the Junior Girls’ Boarding Houses. It is odd to think of this building being dedicated office space now rather than pupil housing! I then moved to live in Queen Mary House (QMH), and I remember meeting the Queen Mother when she visited the School to open Queen Mary House. I had to practice how to curtesy, and to make sure we were all on our best behaviour. While I was at King Edward’s, I learnt to play the French Horn and I was also part of the School choir.
‘I remember my time at King Edward’s as clear as day. In 1952, the school became co-educational and began to admit girls since it’s move to Witley in 1867, only 10 years before I started, and this allowed me to teach and live with the young women at the School.’
My favourite memory of King Edward’s was being so closely involved in the pupil’s lives and being able to watch them learn and grow. It is a wonderful School and I miss my time there dearly.
In 2020, a club friend had the idea to ride the LEJOG, riding from Land’s End in Cornwall to John o’ Groats in Caithness.
Delayed by a year because of Covid, my ride coincided with my 75th birthday. With some trepidation, and dire warnings for my health and welfare from my wife and friends, I signed up to ACT Cycle Tours. I always welcome a challenge, and this was just that! With six months of longer weekend rides in preparation, a new bike, twenty younger riders and I set off on August 1, 2021, to negotiate the significant climbs provided in Dartmoor, Cheddar Gorge, Hart Side, Fleet Moss, and Glen Schee. Once we arrived in Manchester, it rained continuously for 6 days to add to the challenge.
Cycling is a wonderful way to take in the variety of landscape, life, and potholes of the UK. It is all about the journey, is great for mental health, staying fit, for boosting the immune system as well as a memorable way to celebrate a seventy fifth birthday! And it all started for me at King Edward’s.
QMH Lawn: Sports re-enactment - On the lawn the audience were confronted by a fierce teacher from the Edwardian era and watched pupils enduring a games session with strict rules. This ended in a tug of war and some healthy competition between parents in the audience!
Ancient Tree: ‘Trees have ears’ - Beneath the canopy of an ancient tree slung with multiple speakers, the audience listened to tales of former pupils recalling their memories of King Edward’s. It was an exceptional opportunity to listen to how the school has changed over the last century.
Studio Theatre: Film - A mini movie, accompanied by mini boxes of popcorn, played out on the cinema screen. The film depicted the beginning of Mat Finderling’s life and his early days at King Edward’s Witley.
to Mat’s school report, he was “high spirited, a nice lad but troublesome”. He joined the Royal Navy and died in his twenties while at his post on board the ship HMS Minto in World War I. Reviewing historical documents held in the School’s archives, pupils were able to learn what life was like over 100 years ago at the School, and for Mat specifically.
The audience was led by costumed tour guides through magical locations around the School grounds and buildings, while enjoying dance, drama, film, art, writing to complete the immersive theatre experience. The talented cast were superb in bringing some of the unique history of our School, with its ancient religious and royal foundation, to life.
gave insight into the lives of pupils in the early 1900’s at King Edward’s. The audience had a chance to learn what pupils ate, drank, studied, and wore. There was audience participation and a rock number to end!
Passing a working steam engine with historic re-enactors aboard, guests were directed to the Selborne Room, where they were welcomed with refreshments and a piano recital. Here the audience was met by their tour guides. Dressed in a spectacular array of costumes spanning the history of the School, from 1553 to the modern day, the tour guides led their groups around the campus providing expert guidance and information about the history of the buildings and the people who have spent their lives within her walls.
Charter Hall: Dance through the ages - In a fabulously choreographed set our talented dance team wove their way through the decades showing how music and dance had evolved from 1553 to now. The dance troupe wore a recreation of the 1900’s naval uniform once worn in the School.
CELEBRATION OF THE SCHOOL’S HISTORY Finding Mat Finderling
One Sunday in May, families, pupils, and staff gathered at the School for an immersive, theatrical experience exploring the history of King Edward’s. The initial idea was imagined in 2020 by Mrs Caroline Shouksmith, Head of Art. Working closely with Mrs Lynsey Cleaves, Director of Drama, the duo breathed life into this unique concept.
The event, which involved a wide number of pupils, was a rich collaboration between our Art, Drama, English, Music, and Sport Departments. The production was inspired by the story of a young boy named Mat Finderling who was abandoned on a doorstep and raised by nuns before joining King Edward’s in According1904.
The evening was a wonderful success and would not have been possible without the dedicated efforts of our staff and pupils who worked tirelessly to bring the whole evening together. It is hoped that the performance will be repeated every 4 years allowing new stories to emerge and for all members of the School to have the chance to experience the School’s history in this entertaining theatrical form.
The Quad: ‘Grand Finale’ - The audience gathered around the statue of King Edward to hear a poem that ties our School’s rich history with the present and looks to the future.
South Side: ‘Snips and Snobs ’ a performance art installation - Ghostly shadows shifted on a dark up-lit stairwell – cast from a suspended installation of Edwardian postcards written by pupils in English lessons. A cord was pulled, and cards fluttered down to be taken away. Tales unfolded of trades that boys once undertook – ‘Snips’ were tailors, ‘Snobs’ were bootmakers. From the art room a haunting melody could be heard of young Mat humming a tune whilst tailoring. A lone hammock swung in the smoky darkness beside him, hinting at the previous life of the room as Dormitory 1.
The story played out via the following Bridewellscenes: Room: Drama performance - The Bridewell Room is filled with antiques and pictures from the School’s past. The audience met a merry band of players whose comedy performance
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put forward individuals for a casting call for a movie called ‘Club Zero;’ several of our young actors progressed beyond the first round of auditions and one of our scholars was invited to face to face casting call and audition. Our talent is being recognised beyondWeWitley!werepleased to be able to bring the much-loved classic ‘Bugsy Malone’ back this year to the delight of staff, parents, Old Witleians and local Prep Schools. We introduced a pupil-led theatre production whereby an aspiring Directors proposed their ideas for a show. The successful pupilDirector was provided with a mentor, a budget, and a technical crew, conducts auditions and rehearsals before performing the show to a live audience in the KESW Studio Theatre. Azariah, a Lower Sixth pupil produced and directed ‘Who Cares?,’ a thought provoking and powerful play. And whilst the year had many successes, perhaps the biggest triumph was our cross-department production ‘Finding Mat Finderling’ about which you can read about further on page 12.
Throughout their studies, our Sixth Form pupils are required to see a wide range of theatre to analyse in written exams, and as inspiration for creating their own original performances. In September, after two years away, GCSE Drama and Sixth Form pupils travelled to The Globe to enjoy ‘Twelfth Night.’ This festive afternoon set the tone for what promised to be the best year yet for Drama at King Edward’s, with new staff, new facilities and increasing numbers of talented and dedicated pupils. In October, our Drama Scholars and the 4th Form GCSE Drama class performed ‘Cookies’ during an evening designed to showcase the emerging talents of our pupils. This event also served as an opportunity for the department to introduce their new
Drama and Dance teacher Mrs Emma Ryman who skilfully created an excellent adaptation of the play. Mrs Ryman is a former professional dancer and looks forward to guiding pupils who have a keen interest in dance and enhancing the dance numbers in future productions.
The Spring Term began with our first professional theatre project based on a new play called ‘Other Guys,’ a verbatim play, written by Shireen Mula (National Theatre), which explores attitudes to masculinity and what it means to be a man in the 21st century. The cast included six talented actors from our 1st - 3rd Forms who worked alongside the Playwright and professional Theatre Director Jesse Jones (The Wardrobe Ensemble) to develop the play for their performance at Rich Mix. The young actors rehearsed for many hours on weekends with 6 professional adult actors, which provided a chance to learn about the industry and some tricks of the trade. The boys headed to London early on the day of the performance for dress and technical
rehearsals before their hour-long piece and for parents, staff and industry professionals to include Producers and Directors from several Dramafuture.developedbehopestheatres.LondonTheteamtheshowwillcommissionedandfurtherinTheDirectorofwasaskedto
Next year we look forward to collaborating with more professional theatre makers, starting with our production of ‘Hadestown’ in November 2022. This musical earned several Tony and Grammy awards and will be directed by our professional Director in Residence supported by a pupil band and cast of talented pupils.
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Drama Graduate Assistant, Miss Susie MacDonald who is a professional Theatre Director, directed our in-house production of ‘Twelfth Night.’ Miss MacDonald’s adaptation set the scene at Duke Orsino’s music festival in Illyria which highlighted a pupil-led live band, which quickly created a ‘gig-theatre’ vibe. The cast were excellent, and the production received raving reviews.
Our Artist in Residence, Miss Emma Trussler, led our Art Scholars as they completed an entry for the Haslemere Hen competition and exhibited their artwork in the foyer of Haslemere Museum.
designs that were shortlisted for the UK final Junk Kouture competition. Junk Kouture guidelines require that all entries are created from 100% recycled materials. The UK final takes place in September 2022.
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There were multiple exhibitions in our own Bunker Gallery as well as art competitions across the year including pupil artwork featured on the School Christmas card, the House Art Competition with 1st prize awarded to QMH and a Hallway Art Competition. The winning entries from the Hallway Art Competition have been hung along the Southside corridor. Two pupils submitted
Mrs Caroline Shouksmith, Head of Art, was instrumental in bringing Finding Mat Finderling to life. She has been an inspiration to this year’s graduating art pupils as evidenced by the fact that one plans to study architecture, another hopes to study interior architecture, and another pupil hopes to study 3D design next year at university. Mrs Shouksmith will be missed as she departs having accepted the role of Head of Art at St Andrew’s School in Turi, Kenya. We wish her all the best and many safe adventures.
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As trips were able to resume this year post-covid, Art pupils were able to visit exhibits at the Tate Modern, The Royal Academy, the Victoria and Albert Museum and Central St Martin’s in London as well as The Lightbox in Woking.
After a delay of nearly two years, the School Musical, Bugsy Malone was finally staged in early February with both familiar and new faces showcasing a wealth of singers on stage and musicians in the band. Chapel Choir took the City of London by storm once again singing at the Spital Sermon. Our Jazz Band took their turn providing music during lunch during Bridewell Day. Our Musician of the Year competition saw over a hundred pupils perform in the preliminary rounds.
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Our Music Scholars gave their annual lunchtime recital at St Bride’s Church in London. It was a genuine pleasure to listen to them perform to such a high standard. The quality of the musicianship was a credit to the pupils and their teachers. Our musicians also entertained guests of the 1553 Guild Lunch with an eclectic mix of music. Chapel
This academic year saw the return of many opportunities for music-making in front of live audiences. The year started with a concert for parents given by our Music Scholars.
It was a real joy to welcome back so many parents after such a long absence and the musicians rose to the occasion. The Autumn Term School Concert, given in Chapel, featured all the School’s ensembles and a few soloists. For our Upper Sixth, this was the last occasion when they would perform at a whole School event and they certainly finished in style with wonderful performances on a real mixture of instruments. Our Chapel Choir lived up to these excellent standards on Admissions Day, which took place at Guildford Cathedral, with an extremely challenging repertoire which they pulled off with their usual aplomb. The final Carol Service at the end of the Autumn term was a real celebration of the true Christmas story; our Chapel Choir sounded stunning, and they lived up to their well-earned reputation both locally and in the City of London.
House Music took place towards the end of the Spring Term - a fantastic evening celebrating music, community and House spirit. Congratulations go to Wakefield and Elizabeth Houses who were the worthy winners. One of the final events of the term was the Prep Schools’ Orchestral Day when we were able to welcome over fifty pupils from surrounding prep and primary schools for a day of music culminating in a wonderful concert.
Choir were busy singing regularly on Sundays extended weekday Chapels. The Upper Sixth Leavers’ Service was particularly poignant as we bade farewell to a very talented year group. A reduced Chapel Choir also represented the School with their usual professionalism at the Annual Guild of Freemen Service in London.
Perhaps the highlight of the Summer Term was the return of Proms in the Park after an absence of three years. The format was the same albeit in the new location of Upper Gurdon’s as the culmination of the 1st annual Bridewell Community Day. Proms involved over 160 pupils and as such, a variety of music from samba to bands and many other ensembles were enjoyed by all. It was a truly delightful occasion and a memorable way to end this academic year.
CRICKET
You will have read earlier in Old Witleian Chronicles (page 9) about the sports that were available to pupils at King Edward’s in the late 1950s and early 60s.
and played against the Forty Club, the largest wandering cricket Club in the world. The number of fixtures we play has been extended as we entered multiple county and national competitions across all ages for both boys and girls.
We have been interested to read about the opportunities pupils have had to stay active whilst at King Edward’s. There have been many improvements to the facilities across the campus in recent years to include the Upper Gurdon’s pitch renovation, the new 6 lane outdoor cricket nets, the refurbished swimming pool and our renovated Astro, to name but a few. However, behind the scenes, pupils have also been given the opportunity to access more sport within the
curriculum through dedicated timetabled hours. We have a vast array of sports in the co-curricular programme in addition to our sports fixtures.
Our core suite of sports includes football (boys and girls), netball (girls), cricket and hockey (boys and girls). We are now able to offer competitive teams in Rugby, Swimming, Golf, Table-tennis, Badminton, Basketball, Athletics, Crosscountry and Tennis and recreational sports in Fitness, Yoga, Pilates, Run-club, Cycling, Squash and Volleyball. Our staffing has also increased dramatically to include dedicated Heads of Sport for our major sports which includes former England and Surrey cricketer, Mr Rikki Clarke, as our Head of Cricket and Surbiton Hockey Club veteran, Mrs Fiona Fitch, as Head of Girls’ Games and Hockey. It really is an exciting time to be involved in sport at King Edward’s.
Sport
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After two seasons of Covid affected cricket, it was wonderful to have a full season of cricket fixtures. ExEngland international cricketer Mr Rikki Clarke led all years in a full winter nets program, including girls hard ball sessions for the first time in the School’s history. Our county players benefitted from individual sessions with Mr Clarke throughout the winter and all the pupils were able to utilise the new nets and enjoy the newly laid first XI ground. We hosted the MCC for a second year in a row
The boys also competed in the Hampshire Trophy and were successful in bringing home a trophy in the U14 age group, the Bronze medal at the U16 age group, and Bronze in the U13 In2 tournament.
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It was an exciting two Terms of hockey for both boys and girls with significant strides being made by all our teams which culminated in great results across the board and trophies! Our newly laid artificial pitch, opened by Giselle Ansley MBE, double Olympic Hockey medallist, has helped however, Mrs Fiona Fitch, Head of Girls Games, can claim credit as well; Mrs Fitch is a Surbiton Hockey Veteran and is training for London Masters, and previously played for Ladies 1 South. Under her tutelage, all age groups are in a position to compete against some of the traditional ‘hockey schools’ including Portsmouth Grammar, Seaford, St Johns Leatherhead and Lord Wandsworth College.
This season King Edward’s hosted Masterclass Sessions, hosted tournaments in the U10 and U13 age groups and hope to extend the tournaments to include U11 and U14 teams. We are now able to offer our pupils personal development opportunities to coach and umpire as part of their Duke of Edinburgh awards.
HOCKEY
Alongside the extensive weekly fixture programme and local tournaments, the U16 girls squad competed in the Hampshire Trophy, fielding pupils from 3rd, 4th and 5th Forms, and finished respectable third place.
Mr Garry Haylock, the School’s Head of Football, guided the girls’ football team to victory as they emerged as champions at the Belmont School 5-a-side tournament this past Spring. Following the England Lionesses Euro 2022 win, we undoubtedly will have more girls who will want to join the team. Our existing U14, U13 and U12 teams already show an abundance of skills with one of our Lower Sixth girls attending a trial for the ISFA (Independent Schools Football Association) U18 side.
FOOTBALL
Our boys U12 and U13 teams kept their opponents in check with many notable victories and the U12B side remaining undefeated all season. The big success story of the season was the U14A side who scored 89 goals in 14 games! To ensure the team was challenged, they often played against older opposition and were continued to win. The U14B side were only defeated once all season.
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Pupils from our 3rd and 4th Forms were selected to play for ISFA and we expect others to join before they leave King Edward’s.
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All 1st, 2nd and 3rd Form pupils have a chance to play tennis through the PE requirements. Additionally, there are 2 or 3 tennis activity slots that are organised for match play, further coaching support or as a chance to practice with friends. The activity slot is also useful for players to practice what they have been taught within their individual 1-2-1 lessons which Mr Nash incorporated this year. The Summer Term provides pupils an opportunity to compete in fixtures against other schools within Surrey and Hampshire.
The School is lucky to have five fantastic and recently re-laid netball courts right in the very heart of the School. The courts are packed with pupils throughout activities time as it is an enormously popular sport for the girls. Mrs Annette Hobbs has led the Netball programme for the past year. Under her guidance, the girls have shown tremendous progress, highlighted by the U13A side who won the annual Lord Wandsworth Netball tournament for the first time in the School’s history.
of private lessons, which is run by our new Sports Graduate and County Tennis player, Mr Ollie Nash.
King Edward’s aims to provide carefully designed sessions that cater for complete beginners to players aspiring to become County players and beyond. Individuals and groups are assessed within each session and more competent players are provided with more advanced teaching.
TENNIS
NETBALL
With our six hard courts and our temporary nets placed on our new AstroTurf, there is plenty of opportunity for competitive and recreational tennis at King Edward’s. Our tennis programme is played across all Terms, with the Autumn and theandlessons,withinparticipatethefixtures.withinskillsknowledgepupilsTermsWinterprovidingwiththeandtocompetethesummerPupilshaveopportunitytointenniscorePEactivitiesnowthroughintroduction
Sessions are designed around three categories: technical, tactical, and mental. It is important that all pupils learn the basic techniques before developing tactical awareness and the mental aspect of the game.
Bridewell Patrons and Bridewell Patron Charities have donated over £50,000 to the Bridewell Foundation. All Patrons have been awarded the Bridewell Medal and are members of the Bridewell Fellowship.
BRIDEWELL FELLOWS –INDIVIDUALS AND CORPORATIONS
We hope that all Old Witleians continue a long-standing tradition of giving something back to King Edward’s School and will feel a sense of pride in doing so, secure in the knowledge they are a part of something very important.
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BE A PART OF GIVING
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Unless anonymity has been requested, all donors are recognised in the annual Donor Roll.
Celebrating the year the School moved to Witley, members of the 1867 Society donate over £1,000 during the financial year to the Bridewell Foundation. Their generosity is recognised on the annual Donor Roll, members are invited to School events and to an annual 1867 Society event.
BRIDEWELL PATRONS –INDIVIDUALS AND CHARITIES
Members of the 1553 Guild have pledged a legacy in their will to the Bridewell Foundation. Members of the Guild are recognised on the annual Donor Roll and are invited to an annual 1553 Guild event at King Edward’s.
BRIDEWELL FRIENDS
The Bridewell Fellowship recognises donors and donor organisations who have given over £10,000 (£20,000 for organisations) to the Foundation. Bridewell Fellows are awarded the Bridewell Medal by the Lord Mayor of the City of London at a ceremony at the Guildhall held every March. Bridewell Fellows are invited to the Bridewell Fellows’ Lunch
By supporting the School, you will be a part of a broad philanthropic community helping to deliver an education to those most in need of a boarding school education.
1553 GUILD
and Carol Concert at King Edward’s each Christmas and other important School events throughout the year.
Bridewell Friends make regular or one-off donations of up to £1,000 during the financial year. Friends are listed on our annual Donor Roll, receive the Bridewell Foundation Report and invitations to free School events.
Our most generous donors of £100,000+ are in receipt of the Bridewell Medal, join all Fellowship events and are offered regular opportunities to engage with the Head and the Treasurer to be involved in the strategic direction of the Foundation.
BRIDEWELL CHARTER PATRONS
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GIVING THROUGH YOUR PAY OR PENSION
Single gifts can be made by credit card, by bank transfer, visiting the ‘Make a Gift’ section of our website, by completing and returning the Gift Form or by calling the Development
COMPANY MATCHING GIFT SCHEMES FOR PAYROLL GIVING
GIVE THROUGH A SINGLE OR REGULAR GIFT
GIFT AID
You can give money to a charity directly from your pay, a company pension or a personal pension using the Payroll Giving scheme. This is cost-effective for donors because the donation is given before any tax is deducted. You can give to as many charities as you would like to under the Payroll Giving scheme and cancel agreements at any time.
Many companies will match an individual employee’s gift to a charity. If your company offers this scheme to enable employees to support the College, please inform the Development Office.
If you would like an information pack on how to make a legacy to King Edward’s School which gives you membership to the 1553 Guild, please contact the Development team on 01428 68 6770 or by email Development@kesw.org
WAYS OF Giving
Supporting King Edward’s with a gift or donation in your Will is a highly personal way of giving that has a lasting impact on future generations. You can choose to donate a specific sum, a share of your estate, or other assets such as stocks and shares. Making a bequest to charity can also lessen the burden of inheritance tax on your executors.
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Bank transfer to King Edward’s School Witley Sort Code: 16-00-15, Account no: 23109401 Please reference your full name so we are able to include your name on the annual Donor Roll.
GIFTS OF SHARES, EQUITIES AND SECURITIES
Bridewell Royal Hospital Foundation, incorporating King Edward’s Witley, is a Registered Charity number 311997.
GIVE VIA CAF OR CHARITABLE FOUNDATIONS
We are grateful for every gift to the Bridewell Foundation. All donations, unless otherwise requested, support bursaries. Donations can be made in a number of ways:
King Edward’s is always grateful for any donations given via CAF or other charitable foundations. Please make CAF cheques payable to King Edward’s School Witley. Our charity number is 311997.
If you are a UK taxpayer and pledge Gift Aid, the School can increase your gift by almost 25% by reclaiming tax for HRMC, at no additional cost to you or us. The Make a Gift form inserted in this magazine, has a Gift Aid section. Email your form to Development@kesw.org or post it using the Freepost envelope.
By gifting shares or securities to King Edward’s, you can make substantial savings in both capital gains tax and income tax, as donations of shares receive income tax relief of 100% of their market value.
Many people have multiple demands on their finances which might preclude them making a gift in their lifetime. Equally, they may have been supporters of the School in their lifetime and wish to make a final gesture of support. A legacy can be a final tribute to King Edward’s, a gift which endures in perpetuity, and one which can be put towards any number of areas the Bridewell Foundation. Bequests are exempt from inheritance tax (IHT) and for estates leaving 10% or more to charity, there is a reduction in IHT from 40% to 36%.
LEAVE A LEGACY
BMTA Trust Ltd
Mr FM Harrison, OW 1958
OURRECOGNIZINGSUPPORTERS
Bridewell Fellows
King Edward’s Witley Education Trust
Mr Richard Burge, Former Governor Mr Jonathan Chan, OW 2018
Mr Dmytro Chylikin, OW 2020
Royal Merchant Navy Education Foundation
Buttle UK
Miss Rebecca-Marie Deyhle, OW 2012
Mr Rodney & Mrs Susan Fox, Former Staff & Friend Mrs Caroline Haines, Governor Alderman Gordon Haines, Former Governor
Mr John & Mrs Victoria Attwater, Former Staff
Royal National Children’s SpringBoard Foundation
The Worshipful Company of Haberdashers
Mr David Allan, Friend
The Worshipful Company of Arbitrators
The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers
Mrs Gill Eddins, OW 1961
£100,000+ cumulative donations
Bridewell Patrons
The late Mr Graeme Weir, OW 1941
Mrs Lavinia Wilson, Friend
Royal Medical Foundation
Guild of Freemen of The City of London
The Worshipful Company of Chartered Accountants
Mitchell City of London Charity & Educational Foundation
Mr Richard Abbott, Former Treasurer
Mr Richard Deyhle, OW 2011
Mr John Beadle, OW 1980
Bridewell Patron Charities
Fashion and Textiles Children’s Trust (FTCT)
Mrs Pamela Lorraine, OW 1961
The Worshipful Company of Glass Sellers of London
Emmott Foundation Limited
Mr David Allen, Governor
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City of London Corporation
Mr Chris Cooper, OW 1977
Mrs Christine Deyhle, Former Parent
The Worshipful Company of Glovers of London
Mr Richard Bird, Former Staff
Donor Roll
Mr Peter Chorley, OW 1961
Sir James Knott Trust
Warburg Voluntary Settlement
The Worshipful Company of Mercers WT Mattock Charitable Trust
Reedham Children’s Trust
Bridewell Charter Patrons
The Worshipful Company of Carpenters
£50,000+ cumulative donations
The Worshipful Company of Carmen
Much of what the Bridewell Foundation, incorporating King Edward’s School, is able to provide for our pupils is enhanced by the incredible generousity of the Charities, Liveries, Trusts, Old Witleians, parents and friends of the School who invest in King Edward’s every year. Our Donor Roll celebrates everyone who has made gifts or pledges in the most recent financial year (1st August, 2021 - 31st July, 2022.
Alderman Sir Peter Estlin, Governor, OW 1979
Mr Peter Clayton, OW 1976
Mr Fred Deane, OW 1967
Thornton-Smith & Plevins
Paddington Charitable Estates Educational Fund
Mr Robert Eddins, OW 1961
£10,000+ cumulative donations
St Marylebone Educational Foundation
£50,000+ cumulative donations
Mr Michael & Mrs Niamh Harmsworth, Current Parents
The NFL Trust
Rev Dr David & Mr John Standen, Former Staff
Mrs Gill Eddins Bridewell Fellow, OW 1961
Mr John Stead, OW 1965
Mitchell City of London Charity & Educational Foundation
Donations of £1,000+ this year
Royal National Children’s SpringBoard Foundation
The Worshipful Company of Girdlers
Sir John Stuttard, Former Governor
Mr John Beadle Bridewell Patron, OW 1980
Mrs Sara Riley, OW 1967
The Portal Trust
Gerald Bentall Charitable Trust
Mr Robert Eddins Bridewell Fellow, OW 1961
Mr Christopher Swain, OW 1963
Mr Lance Jordan, OW 1975
Mr Philip Langton Bridewell Fellow, OW 1957
Mrs Sara Riley Bridewell Fellow, OW 1967
Mr Christopher Hudson, OW 1958
Mrs Yvonne Bicknell, Friend
The Worshipful Company of Goldsmiths
Camelia Botnar Foundation
The Worshipful Company of Needlemakers
Mrs Pamela Lorraine Bridewell Patron, OW 1961
The Worshipful Company of Girdlers
The Portal Trust
Mr David Hanson, Former Governor
Dr Rosemary Mawer, Friend
The NFL Trust
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Mr Nick Hardy, Former Governor
The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers Thornton-Smith & Plevins WT Mattock Charitable Trust
The Worshipful Company of Glovers of London
Mr Brian Hawkins, OW 1961
Canon Bill Kentigern-Fox, OW 1956
Mrs Julia Stock, Former Parent
Mr Christopher Hudson Bridewell Fellow, OW 1958
The Hale Trust
The Worshipful Company of Cutlers
The Worshipful Company of Tallow Chandlers
Mrs Justine Voisin, Treasurer
Mr Colin Tiffin, Friend
The Hale Trust
Wispers Trust
Mr Jaykant Shah Bridewell Fellow, Former Parent
Garfield Weston Foundation
Masonic Charitable Foundation
Mrs Janice Millington, Former Staff
BMTA Trust Ltd
The Worshipful Company of Stationers & Newspaper Makers
Oliver Whitby Education Foundation Reedham Children’s Trust
Bulldog Trust
Mr Jaykant Shah, Former Parent
Camelia Botnar Foundation
The Royal Pinner Educational Trust
The Worshipful Company of Ironmongers
Mr Paul Whittle, OW 1980
The Worshipful Company of Masons Charitable Trust
Mr David Allen, Governor
Alderman Sir Peter Estlin, Governor, Bridewell Charter Patron, OW 1979
Charities Supporting Pupils In 2021-2022
Mr Alan Whitlow, Former Staff
Dr Christopher Harrison, OW 1958
Mr David Toothill, Former Governor
Mrs Margaret & Mr John Mallowan, OW 1971 & Friend
The Worshipful Company of Innholders
Dr Jost Leuschner, Former Parent
Mr David Riley, Friend
Bridewell Corporate Fellows
The Worshipful Company of Makers of Playing Cards
W O Street Educational Trust
Countess of Munster Musical Trust Emmott Foundation Limited
Buttle UK
Sue Thomson Foundation
Mr Philip Langton, OW 1957
The Worshipful Company of Carmen
Mr Peter Chorley Bridewell Fellow, OW 1961
Mr Chris Cooper Bridewell Fellow, OW 1977
Mrs Susan Mitchell, Friend
£20,000+ cumulative donations
Smart Training
1867 Society Members
Mr Fred Deane Bridewell Fellow, OW 1967
Mr David Hanson, Former Governor
Dr Christopher Harrison Bridewell Fellow, OW 1958
Mr John Stead Bridewell Fellow, OW 1965
Mr Karsten & Mrs Bettina Rumpf, Former Parents
The Worshipful Company of Carpenters
Mrs Christine Dare, 1960
Mr Peter Ashby , 1970
Mr Paul Hart, 1954
Mr Martin Reed, 1974
Mr John Thompstone, 1961
Mr Adrian Hoare, 1959
Mrs Rosemary Keane, 1960
Mr Danny Abbott, 1960
Mr Roger Peck, 1959
Mrs Netta Green, 1962
Mrs Irene Popoff Possolo, 1989
Ms Clare Himmer, 1988
Mr Stephen Boynton, 1986
Mr Gary Millard-Bourne, 1973
Mr Peter Smith, 1945
Mrs Helen Whitehead, 1986
Mr Neil Youngman, 1982
Mr Malachy Colin Hanley, 1954
Mr Leslie Udvarhelyi, 1978
Friends & Parents
Mrs Virginia Catmur, 1973
Mrs Margaret Ashmead, Former Parent
Mr Nigel Bicknell, Friend
Mr Martin Butler, Current Parent
Mrs Janet Beattie, 1975
Mrs Susan Alexander, 1972
Mr Barrie Armstrong, 1958
Mr Ralph Black, 1982
Mrs Felicity Higginson, 1977
Mrs Isabel Hyde, 1961
Donations up to £1,000 this year
Mr John Green, 1971
Mr Ross Jones, 1972
Mrs Gillian Al-Bahrani, 1961
Mr Andrew Morris, 1979
Mrs Liz Moore, 1972
Mr Peter Bell, 1967
Ms Alison Harker, 1964
Lt Cdr Brian Hudson, 1966
Mr Michael Lovegrove, 1962
Mr Benjimin Burgher, Governor
Dr JM Wardell, 1965
Mr Bruce Young, 1966
Mrs Jill Forshaw, 1978
Mr Peter North, 1967
Dr Philip Kao, 1976
Mrs Fiona Whalley, 1973
Mrs Margaret Harrington, 1960
The late Mr Graeme Weir, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1941
Mrs Kathryn Ferguson, 1990
Mrs Lavinia Wilson, Bridewell Patron, Friend
Mrs T Abayomi, Former Parent
Members of Court & School Governors’ Committee
Mr Peter Freeman, 1963
Mr Bruce M Hanley, 1982
Mrs Angela Pleasance, 1965
Mr John Dowdall, 1962
Mr Matthew Willis, 2014
Mr John Power, 1968
Mr Martin Graebe, 1964
Mrs Justine Voisin, Treasurer
Mr Richard Wright, 1970
Mr Stuart McIvor, 1962
Mr Tim Hodnett, 1975
Mr David Phipps, 1960
Mrs Lesley Schofield, 1960
Mr Roger Huxford, 1960
Mr Ian Havard, 1984
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Mr Andrew Williams, 1972
Mrs Mavis Hall, 1960
Miss Alexandra P Woodfine, 1966
Dr Derek Cooper, 1964
Mr John Awty, 1974
Mrs Joyce Baxter, 1958
Mr John Tookey-Dickson, OW 1953
Mr Peter Must, 1962
Mr Richard Bennett, Governor
Mr Roger Ellis, 1936
Mrs Tessa Trollope, Former Governor
Mr Peter Buxton-Carr, 1962
Old Witlieans
Miss Kim Tupman, 1975
Mr Artem Arabadzhi, Friend
Mrs D & Mr T Burton, Friend
Bridewell Friends
Mr David Andrewartha, 1977
Mr David Toothill, Former Governor
Dr Carole Presern, 1973
Miss Rebekah Malcolm, 2013
Mr Marcus Bateman, Former Parent
Mrs Natalie Kieboom, 1996
Mrs Rebecca Murray, 1994
Mrs Eileen Tiplady, 1964
Dr Paul Sheppard, 1971
Mr Robert Eddins, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1961
Mrs Avril Mitchell, Former Staff
Mr Giles Richardson, OW 1984
Lt Cmd R.N. (Rtd) Bernard Corrie, OW 1951
Miss Aileen MacKinnon, Former Staff
Mrs Karen Lister, OW 1974
Mrs Sara Riley, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1967
Mr Brian Short, OW 1962
Mr Allan Edwards, OW 1966
Mr Nick Hardy, Bridewell Fellow, Former Governor
Mr Chris Cooper Bridewell Fellow, OW 1977
Mrs Terry Eades, OW 1958
Revd. Canon Bill Kentigern-Fox, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1956
Mrs Ruth Cole, OW 1965
Dr Derek Cooper, OW 1964
Mr John Beadle, Bridewell Patron, OW 1980
Mrs Fiona Gentle, OW 1973
Dr Rosemary Mawer, Bridewell Fellow, Friend
Ms Virginia Guttery, OW 1974
Mr Paul Hopkinson, OW 1994
Mrs Sally Ramage, Former Parent
Mrs Tamara Schuster, Former Parent
Mrs Rachel Sherlock, OW 1976
Mrs Amanda Earle, OW 1980
Lt Cdr Brian Hudson, OW 1966
Mrs Sasha McAlary, OW 2009
Mr Simon Hearnden, OW 1977
Mr John Savage, Friend
Mr Antony Craig, OW 1964
Mr Fred Deane Bridewell Fellow, OW 1967
Mr Philip Langton, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1957
Ms J Averil Nicewarner, OW 1961
Mr Ross Cameron, OW 1981
Miss Jo Denbury, OW 1980
Mr Clive Simeons, Friend
Miss Ann Fitchett, Former Staff
Mr Dan Rogers, Staff
Mrs Jenny Brooks, OW 1961
Mrs Janny Harris, Staff
Mr Tomas Carmichael, OW 2008
Mrs Gill Eddins, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1961
Mr Roger Bonnett, OW 1959
Mr Roy Stanley, Friend
Mrs Netta Green, OW 1962
Mrs Pamela Lorraine, Bridewell Patron, OW 1961
Miss Judy Rayment, OW 1967
St Bride’s Church St Bride’s, Friend
1553 IndividualsGuildwho have pledged a legacy to the Bridewell Foundation
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Mrs Mary Hardy, Friend
Mr Pierre Castela, Former Parent
Mr Roger Byron-Collins, OW 1962
Dr Peter Collar, Former Staff
Mrs Hazel Black, OW 1962
Major Gordon Issom, OW 1957
Ms Caren Moffett, OW 1977
Mrs Sally Muir-Little, OW 1982
Mr Antoine Friling, Former Parent
Mrs Valerie Scarr, Former Parent
Miss Aileen MacKinnon, Former Staff
Rev Michael Learmouth, Friend
Mrs Carol Derrington, OW 1971
Alderman Sir Peter Estlin, Governor, Bridewell Charter Patron, OW 1979
Mr Geoffrey Atkinson, OW 1960
Dr Vivienne Edwards, Current Parent
Mr Nigel Cooper, OW 1959
Mrs Julie Hooker, Staff
Mr Peter Ashby, OW 1970
Mr Malcolm Cairns, OW 1962
Mr Barry Holt, OW 1954
Ms Elizabeth Franklin, OW 1971
Mrs Emma Harrison, Former Staff
Mr FM Harrison, Bridewell Charter Patron, OW 1958
Mr Lawrence Chan, OW 2000
Ms Nicola Millington, OW 1966
Mrs Frances Burrows, OW 1962
Mr Alan Calver, OW 1953
Ms Angelika Antalova, Former Staff
Mr Simon Fussell, OW 1962
Mrs Margaret Mallowan, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1971
Mr Ronald Mansfield, Former Governor
Dr Carole Presern, OW 1973
Mrs Rachel Rajan, Current Parent
Mr Ralph Black, OW 1982
Mrs Cassandra Fairman, OW 2006
Mr Malachy Colin Hanley, OW 1954
Mr Brian Hawkins, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1961
Mr Richard Abbott, Former Treasurer, Bridewell Fellow
Mrs Juliet Moore, OW 1963
Staff & Former Staff
Mr Paul Edmonds, OW 1999
Mr John Lucioni, OW 1957
Mr Jack Jordan, OW 1953
Mr Richard Ramsay, OW 1958
Mr John Whitehead, OW 1980
The late Mr Graeme Weir, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1941
Mr David Stokes, OW 1955
Miss Patricia Woodfine, OW 1966
Mr David Tonkinson, OW 2003
Mr Christopher Swain, OW 1963
Mrs Gillian Stanley, OW 1961
Mr James Weeden, OW 1965
Mr Alan Whitlow, Bridewell Fellow, Former Staff
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Mr Bruce Young, OW 1966
Mr Neil Youngman, OW 1982
Mrs Lavinia Wilson, Bridewell Patron, Friend
Mrs Carol Whitaker, OW 1978
Mrs Andrea Stewart, OW 1996
The Bridewell Foundation gratefully acknowledges all our generous supporters. To the best of our knowledge, the information in this issue of our Donor Roll accurately reflects our records. We recognise, however, that omissions or errors, while regrettable, may occur. If you find any inaccurate information, please notify the Development Team by calling 01428 68 6773 or emailing OldWitleians@KESW.org
Mr Simon Turner, OW 1975
Mr Robert Uffold, Former Staff
Mrs Eileen Tiplady, OW 1964
Mr John Stead, Bridewell Fellow, OW 1965
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