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Winter 2019 Issue 47
The magazine for the Old Vigornians of The King’s School, Worcester
Connect 47 I 1
Contents Memories We love to publish memories. Please email
alumni@ksw.org.uk if you would like to
be featured in the next issue of Connect.
2 A Letter from the 20 OV Weddings When the new library opened in The Edgar
Tower (in 1969/70 I think) it was fitted out
Headmaster
22 Archives with new shelving and a nice, new nylon
carpet. This was, I am sure, hard-wearing
3 Memories and had many good properties. There was
23 Features on Teachers
one less benign property however that
4 OV Reunions & the manufacturers did not advertise but
Events 24 Where are they Now? was soon discovered by our little group of
5th formers. By shuffling along the floor
12 OV Visits 25 Foundation Development one could soon charge oneself with static
and Alumni Relations electricity; a force of nature that could then
17 Barnabas be brought to bear on the unsuspecting
26 A Picture Paints a student poring over Caesar’s Gallic Wars or
18 King’s Today Thousand Words Dickie Knight’s New Maths. The “charged one”
could through the conducting ability of a
19 OVs in the News coin, “zap” the victim on the back of the neck
without suffering any damage themselves.
The target would of course yell and jump up
to the disproportionate amusement of the
A Letter from the Acting Headmaster aggressors. I am sure others could add to
this and maybe add a date.
We are fortunate indeed that Matthew left Made in Dagenham was a superb way to
the school with a clear vision and, as he round off the term. Rob Huxley (Cr 65-70)
would have wanted, we have carried on
very much with business as usual. A Level OVs have continued to be very involved
Throughout my time at King’s, I was always there, some of which were deemed too The cable car was broken, so we were told
results day saw our departing U6 set off on with inspiring pupils during Business Skills
heavily involved in Sport, eventually going inappropiate to share, but for some the that we would be walking up then back
the next exciting chapter of their lives and Conferences, Morrisby testing and careers
on to represent the school’s first team’s rugby was just an added bonus, with the down. I wasn’t best pleased but I distinctly
the excellent showing at GCSE indicates talks. It was a pleasure to welcome Derek Bell
for Rugby, Cricket and Football. However trip being so enjoyable. Some days we’d remember Johnny Mason saying, ‘Parky
that we have a strong Sixth Form coming as Barnabas speaker in September and John
my fondest sporting memory has to be be training, where I’d be getting berated by lad, stop your moaning and get up there,
through the school. Weston very kindly shared his experiences with
the Rugby tour to South Africa at the end Gilly for my shocking fitness at altitude. Trust you’ll appreciate it at the top’. Having been
pupils interested in engineering in October.
of my Lower Sixth Year. It was always an me it plays a factor! Or others where we’d overtaken by everyone on our trip, and then
This term has been as busy ever with pupils
ambition growing up through the years at be visiting an array of attractions that the most of another trip who started after us, I
taking full advantage of over 100 clubs London Drinks, the Five Year, Ten Year & New
You will know that we started the academic school to go on one of the big sports tours, vibrant country had to offer, like the Cape reached the top to see nothing but thick grey
and activities the school has on offer. The OV BBQ reunions have been amongst the
year under the saddest of circumstances and luckily, thanks to fundrasing and family of Good Hope (Africa’s most southern tip) or cloud. I was less than impressed. As I slowly
CCF have seen great success in the Military enjoyable events last term that have allowed
with the news of the death of Matthew contributions, I was able to realise it. the native village, where we gained further clambered down the wet and slippy cliff side,
Skills competition in which they came first OVs to keep in touch with each other and
Armstrong. He was a superb Headmaster understanding of the country’s structure chuntering along in displeasure, I realised I
and for the first time, one of our Model the school. We very much look forward
and the community will miss him The two week tour, which consisted of and diversity. was the only one still climbing! When I finally
United Nations teams won the challenging to future events including the Annual OV
terribly; immensely clever, thoughtful about 40/50 boys and a few staff members got to the bottom I saw the coach about to
weekend event at Cheadle Hulme school Reunion Weekend, Henley Regatta and
and consistently considerate of others, was simply incredible. No other school The memory that sticks with me the most leave and heard the ever soft voice of Steve
against stiff opposition. The 1st XV regional reunions.
he has proved to be truly inspirational to trip came close to the variety of activities is walking up Table Mountain. It was a wet Bain going ‘Come on Parker, what took so
emerged victorious from their encounter and experiences our group sampled over and grey day with thick cloud all around.
pupils, staff, parents and governors. I know long? We’ve been waiting nearly an hour’.
in the Modus cup Rugby match against the
too that he very much enjoyed meeting Drenched and miserable, I got on the coach
Royal Grammar School, played at Sixways
OVs at numerous events during his five-year to thunderous applause from all the boys,
Stadium. and the stunning production of
tenure. It is a testament to his leadership with them shouting ‘We saw a rockslide, we
that the thanksgiving service in his memory thought you’d fallen over’. Everyone laughed
saw over 1000 people come together in and made that day one of the higlights of the
Gareth Doodes and his family will be joining us in
Worcester Cathedral on 21st October. September trip.
Matthew was consistently passionate about Alex Parker (S 07-14)
making a King’s education as accessible as
possible and the ‘Open the Door to King’s’
appeal very much remains a focus for us.
Following an appointment process that
ran for most of last term, the Governors
announced at the end of November that
Gareth Doodes has been appointed Head
with effect from September 2020. Gareth
very much looks forward to getting to know
you in the future.
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OV Reunions & Events Year of 1984 Reunion
2019 marked the 35 year anniversary of
those OVs who left school in 1984. Following
A number of the OVs had not met each other
since leaving school in 1984 and the evening
Tyler (Ca 79-84) who travelled from North
Carolina in the US to be at the Reunion
successful 25 and 30 year reunions, the OVs provided a wonderful opportunity for and John Howell (Br 77-84) who flew in
decided to meet up again in Worcester everyone to catch up with news of families, from Toronto to join his brother, James
OV Cricket tour to Jersey 2019 on Saturday 20th July. Following tours of careers and interests and to remember Howell (Cr 77-84) and others at the event.
school, where Head of Alumni Relations, stories from their schooldays. They were Development Director at King’s, Liz Elliott
It was another fantastic OV Cricket tour overs later to loud applause Sophie showed the group around some of delighted to be joined by Hon OVs (Co 82-84) thoroughly enjoyed being ‘on
to Jersey following last year’s reunion. from his team mates as lost the newer buildings on the school site as and former staff who also enjoyed meeting the other side’ of a reunion event - as she
Andrew Underwood (S 77-87), James bets changed hands. The well as into Edgar Tower and School House, up with the OVs and hearing about what left the school in 1984 - realising that King’s
Underwood (S 83-88), Ben Jones (Br Jersey OVs batted steadily, the group moved onto The Sociable Beer has passed in the 35 years since leaving friends really don’t change that much
82-89), Richard Tomlinson (Cl 83-90), with the opener Brown Company in Worcester where they met up King’s. The event was organised by former over time and how easy it is to re-kindle a
Matt Bourne (W 83-90), John Malins (K top scoring on 66 (before with others from their year. The Sociable Head of School, Mike Morgan (Ch 78- friendship and remembering fun times at
85-90) and Phil O’Neill (W 82-91) all took graciously giving up his Beer Company is run by King’s parent, 84) who is married to OV, Sue Pinnick King’s from years ago.
part. wicket to allow the youth to Keith Duddy, and catering was provided by (Co 82-84), in conjunction with Sophie
perform) and was supported OV, Brad Hill (K 00-07). Borrillo-McLellan, from King’s Development The reunion continued long into the
James Underwood reported, “The first by Jenner (37), Ursell (13) and & Alumni Relations Office. The foreign evening, with promises to meet up again
scheduled game against The Farmers was Phil Le Cornu (21) to bring contingent included Steve Campbell- for the OVs’ 40 year anniversary on 20th July
cancelled due to the reduced numbers in them to a respectable 190 Jersey Rugby Tour 2024!
the squad, and this allowed for a planning from their 35 overs.
meeting to take place at the Royal Yacht
Club on the waterfront in St Helier - this After an impressive tea that was equalled by the ground, a sublime 76 with textbook
took 12 hours and we were no wiser at the Jon Malins appetite, the tourists took to the strokes putting the ball all around the
end of it. wicket with O’Neill looking set to score high ground, in stark contrast to others whose
before playing around a straight one for 15 - shot selection looked like it had come
“And so, to the major distraction of the tour he put this down to fatigue from having his straight from ‘Farmers Weekly’.
– the match against the Old Victorians, a first child at 46 years of age, but sympathy
side that contained the blend of 30 years’ was in short supply. Malins then disregarded The borrowed youth players from the
experience and youth in the form of the the sporting spirit shown by the opposition Jersey team fought a rear-guard action (the
next generation. at he ‘beasted’ the Jersey youth bowling for skipper not so much), and the match ended
43 runs before being caught and bowled by with Tim ‘Ricky the Wicky’ Waites and James
Strangely, the tourists were the first to strike a ten-year-old – he made sure that his sugar Underwood struggling to get the required
in the second over with Phil O’Neill claiming levels fell no further as he tidied up the tea last few runs. Alas (or predictably) they came
a catch at square leg that no one was rooms. up short and the home side was victorious
expecting, even with 30 years of preparation by 13 runs.
Some of the year of 1984
behind him. And to prove that this was Cricket was then treated to the spectacle of
no fluke, he repeated the performance 6 Richard Tomlinson batting as if he owned
Henley Regatta 2019 King’s Day 2019
Friday 5th July was beautifully sunny and to meet. It was a particular pleasure to be Liz and Sophie were hugely grateful to the OVs The sun shone for King’s Day this year as the Headmaster shook each pupil’s hand, dance show and the King’s Regatta where
although King’s didn’t have a crew racing, there on the day that James Beattie, Henry who remembered from their school days how we said farewell to the Year of 2019 and signalling the moment they became OVs. we were able to spot many OVs, many of
it was still the perfect day for Development Marles (Br 12-17) and Alex Styles (W 08- to dismantle the King’s gazebo at the end of welcomed them as the newest members whom still row at University and beyond,
Director, Liz and Head of Alumni Relations, 15) were all racing for their respective clubs. the day! of the OV family. First, we were joined in After lunch we were delighted to catch up racing along the river! It was a fantastic
Sophie, to head to Henley Regatta. This is the stunning Worcester Cathedral by pupils, with lots of OVs supporting the King’s Day day and one that will have a very special
the second year we have hosted a King’s parents, Governors, Trustees, OVs, OV Club events including the DT exhibition, the place in the hearts of our 2019 OVs.
gazebo at the cricket club for OVs who are at Committee members, current and former
Henley and it was again a great success. We staff and friends of the school to hear the
were delighted to be joined by a variety of report of the past academic year from
OVs from different years who all have King’s Matthew Armstrong with testimonials from
and rowing in common, for a glass of Pimms several of the leaving Upper Sixth including
and a catch up in between races. Head of School, Sam Martyn-Smith (Cl
12-19). Prize-giving took place with awards
We were pleased to be joined by so many OVs being given to those who excelled in their
including James Beattie (Cl 10-17), David academic subjects.
Gregory (S 50-58), Daniel Hickling (Os
88-97), Lauren Pruden-Lawson (Cl 91-98), Following this was the emotional Leavers’
Peter Beaumont (W 81-83), Gerald Lindner Service with the sermon given this year by
(S 43-46), Rose Rolle-Rowan (S 91-98), Ed The Very Reverend Peter Atkinson, Dean of
Simpson (S 75-84), Zoe Cox (Cr 91-98), Worcester Cathedral.
Rufus Tilt (Cr 10-17), Kate Emsley (Cl 12-
19), Emily Watkins (Ch 13-19) and Harry As is traditional, at the end of the Service,
Annable (Br 10-17). It was wonderful to hear Harry Annable, James Beattie, Rufus Tilt, Robin Booth, the leaving Upper Sixth processed out of
a variety of rowing memories and it was a Peter Beaumont and Daniel Hickling the Cathedral and as they left College Hall, Emma Smalley, Sam Martyn-Smith and Harry Walker
lovely opportunity for OVs from different years
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New OV BBQ 2019
Monday 2nd September saw us joined by school gardens. It was lovely to hear what
OVs from the years of 2017, 2018 & 2019 for excitements the OVs have in store next; new
the New OV BBQ. We ran this event for the courses at University, continued studies,
first time last year and it was an absolute years in industry, apprenticeships, new jobs,
pleasure to see so many OVs again this time travels and much more. The OVs had great
before they set off on exciting study, travel fun seeing their OV school friends again,
or work adventures. The rain just about held including those from other year groups
off for us as we enjoyed food, drink and whom they knew here at King’s, as well as
plenty of opportunities to catch up in the some of their former teachers.
Tom Ratcliffe,Jamie Havercroft, Tamara Enthoven, Ed Roberts, Will Woof,
Oliver Colborne, Henry Armstrong and Theo Osborne
Five year Reunion 2019
Saturday 7th September saw us joined by order of the night; the Boathouse abuzz said a few words, with predictions from the
the year of 2014 who were marking their with reminiscences and reconnections. 2014 year book prompting many a laugh! The
Five Year Reunion since leaving King’s. It was group were spotted enjoying the Worcester
a pleasure to see so many OVs back for this Acting Headmaster Jon Ricketts (Hon establishments into the early hours so we
event in The Michael Baker Boathouse and OV) was delighted to speak to the year group, can be sure a good night was had by all. As
also to see so many parents of the group whom he knew as pupils here at King’s, about always, Liz, Sophie and all the teachers who
who were also warmly welcome. Drinks, school life today. Head of School from the knew the OVs were delighted to catch up and
canapés and lively conversation were the year of 2014, Corah Lewis (Ch 07-14), then see where five years has taken everyone.
Tara Barrington Emma Smalley, Rosie Conyers,
Rayne Bulpitt, Lauren Arnold, Abby Deller
Corah Lewis, Hannah Jeavons, Franny Taylor, Hannah
Brotherwood, Emma Jarvis, Connie, Chantal,
Charlotte
Candlelit dinner in Edgar Tower
Ellen Page, Jess Charles, Honey Aslanian, Jack Guy, Emma Butterworth, Rob Ellis, Edgar Tower was transformed to give the On entering Edgar Tower, the guests
Gabriella Mansell Blair Innerarity Louisa Jarvie, Harry Hunt, Miten Patel, Lauren M David Bath, Rory Wilson, Charlie Conway, impression of a mediaeval dining room enjoyed a glass of sparkling wine, followed
Georgie Halford recently and played host to Major Andrew by a sumptuous meal, prepared and
Wright (Cr 93-02), who won the auction served by King’s own catering team: Iain
lot for ‘Candlelit Dinner in Edgar Tower’ as Cunningham-Martin (Catering Manager)
part of our Springtime Fundraising event in along with Imogen Carson and Richard
conjunction with the Himalayan Trust UK. Gough, who all helped to make the evening
a superb success. Our thanks go to Iain for
The Old Library (and current Classics offering us this auction lot and to Andrew
classroom) was the ideal location for the for bidding for it.
dinner and Andrew invited his sister, Natalie
Wright (Cr 92-99) and his mother, Hon
OV Pauline Wright (King’s Assistant
Librarian, 01-11) to join him with his
other guests. Pauline brought along some
nostalgic photos of what the library had
looked like, located in Edgar Tower, during
her days of working at the School and it was
interesting to see the contrast to the use of
Tom Hutt, Alex Parker, Will Dovey, Lewis this historic building today.
Richardson, Steve Walker, Harry Hunt, Miten
Patel, Dylan Richardson, Ed Rowley
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OV Golf Modus Challenge Cup
After a hiatus, the 2019 OV Golf Day also won the team score. Longest drive and 2019
took place on Friday 6th September at nearest to the pin were picked up by the
Ombersley Golf Club, organised by James Pritchards, Joe and James. We were delighted that King’s won this year’s
Bailey (Cr 84-93). Modus Challenge Cup with a strong final
OVs who took part were Tim Whitehouse score of King’s 22 - 7 RGS. Following defeats
A total of six 4-balls enjoyed some fabulous (K 86-94), Tom Guest (S 90-97), Russ for the last two years, King’s were keen to fight
golfing conditions after a brief wet start. Mason (Hon OV), Robin Blakeway (H back and with a fantastic defence and some
There was a good mix of recent and more 48-55), Matt Richardson (Cl 86-93), Paul brilliant individual performances King’s were
able to bring the cup home. Nick Clark, Harry Walker, Harry Clark,
mature OV attendees. Judge (W 83-93), Benedict Crabbe (Cl Ben Walker, Myles Whaley and Ben Wadley
86-91), James Bailey (Cr 84-93), Ben
The man of the day was Robin Blakeway (H Grinnall (W 82-93), Nick Firth (Ch 86- It was an absolute pleasure to see the OV
48-55) who won with a Stableford score of 93), Ben Russell (84-93), Colin Cole (H community out in force on 23rd October
45. He was thus handed the OV Golf Cup from 67-77), Joe Pritchard (O 12-19), Alfie supporting our boys as they played in the
the previous winner Paul Judge (W 83-93). Pritchard (S 10-17), Adrian Smith (Cl annual fixture against RGS at Sixways Stadium.
83-87), Ted Pickering (B 12-19), James
Not surprisingly Robin’s team of Tim Pritchard (W 68-78), Ali Robb (K 12- OVs all the way through from the 1940’s to
Whitehouse, Tom Guest and Russ Mason 19) and Tom Judge (W 17-19). 2019 were at the match and Development
Director, Liz, and Head of Alumni Relations,
Sophie, were thrilled to be able to catch up
School House lunch Remembrance Day with so many over the night. The OVs were all
in excellent spirits and fine voice, evidenced
Some former boarding members of School On Monday 11th November, King’s marked by the palpable roar that erupted from the Rich Protherough, Toby Lee, Steve Perera, Amelia Kite, Cerys Preston, Lilly Briggs
House, now in their 70s and 80s, gathered Remembrance Day. A very special address stadium as the final whistle blew and the Arti Fiaz, Tom Davies and Ross Haines and Isabella Harris
for their annual lunch on Monday the 14th of was given during the service in Worcester trophy was back in King’s hands again.
October at the Oxford and Cambridge Club, Cathedral by OV Lt Col Rob Poole, RAMC (H
Pall Mall, London. George Beckmann (S 49- 93-98). In the absence of OV Club President
51), a member of the Club, again kindly acted
as the host. Tim Wadsworth (S 56-61), the
David Ogle (K 76-86), committee member
Alec Mackie (Cl 47-56), laid a wreath on
Lt Col Rob Poole & Alec Mackie on
Remembrance Day Ten year reunion
current organiser of this event, welcomed behalf of the OV community alongside December saw us welcome the year of OVs. Despite all living around the country
all attendees including a number of guests. current Head of School Hamish, who laid one 2009 back to King’s, marking 10 years and in fact world, as well as in a range of
He reminded us that former housemaster on behalf of current pupils of the school. Tom since they left school. We began with tours professions, the group easily slipped back
Alan Stacey (Hon OV) had sadly died in Sharp (Hon OV) provided a really interesting of school for the group who very much into their friendships and looked as if they
November 2018 after bravely enduring a long lecture about The King’s School in preparation enjoyed re-exploring King’s, with lots of fun had never been apart. As is now customary
illness which had prevented his attendance at for the War which was followed by a delicious and interesting memories being shared. after these events, the reunion continued
our previous two lunches. He was delighted lunch. The events of the day finished with a Drinks and canapés in the Michael Baker much later into the evening, with the year
to welcome Alan’s widow Jane (Hon OV) moving Roll Call of Honour on College Green, Boathouse were great fun and gave an of 2009 re-acquainting themselves with the
Nick Clark, Mark Atkins & Laurie Green on
and their son Nick as guests this year. We courtesy of current pupil cadets and staff of Remembrance Day
Daniel Moriss-Jeffery,
opportunity for everyone to catch up on many Worcester social establishments!
The King’s School CCF. Philippa Moriss-Jeffery, Tim Keyes
stood in silent memory of headmaster where the last ten years have taken the 2009
Matthew Armstrong (Hon OV), who had
died tragically in August this year . Matthew
had spoken at our 2017 lunch. Those OV Professions Law
attending this year included Rory McTurk
and Catriona Blaker, the son and daughter Our series of OV Professions Groups chat to everyone” - and a real feeling that
of former housemaster Dan McTurk, former continued on 12th September with a very meeting up with like-minded OVs is a fun
headmaster Tim Keyes (Hon OV), former pleasant event involving those OVs who are and informative way of connecting with
bursar Galen Bartholomew (Hon OV) and working in the Legal profession. Liz Elliott, others who have King’s as their common link.
former honorary secretary of the OV Club King’s Development Director, met with a Those who were able to join Liz for drinks
Mike Page (Cr 60-65). After reminding number of OVs and the evening created an and nibbles on the evening were: Natasja
us that Alan Stacey had taken over as ideal opportunity for those OVs working in Enthoven (W 14-19) just about to start her
housemaster from Dan McTurk in 1962 after this sector to exchange experiences and Law degree in Durham), Ed Cumming (Br
serving for several years as house tutor, common ground and for a few of our newly 90-01), Jonathan Haydn-Williams (S 70- James Martyn-Smith, Liam Gwynne,
Ashley Pain
William Burke (S 57-65) proposed a toast qualified OV lawyers to hear from OVs who 75), Chris Paul (K 82-92), Paul Renney
to Alan’s memory. Following this, Jeremy have a very large experience of working (Cr 78-80), Leanne Sheen (W 99-06), Will
Lyon (S 54-59) proposed the toast to School in the field of Law. There was some super Smith (Br 93-04), Emmie Le Marchand
House. Old friendships were renewed, feedback after the evening - “The set up (Cl 03-10) and Georgie Davis (S 08-15).
amongst much reminiscing, well into the was perfect- nice and informal and easy to
afternoon. The meal and service provided by
the O&C Club were excellent as usual, and a
good time was had by all.
Donald Howell (S 53-61)
Lizzy Banks, Gabriel Banks, Jonathan Preston,
Bob Stone, Isabel Hershman David Wilkins, Ellie Nicholls, Verity Dixon
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OV Rugby 7s squad make their debut London drinks
We are really proud that the new OV 17), Barney Sears (Ch 10-15), Alfie Sears On Friday 15th November we enjoyed last year. The current exhibition on relief OVs were particularly pleased to catch up the event due to flooding but Russ Mason
Rugby 7s squad did a fantastic job in (S 10-15), Chris Weston (Cl 10-15), Max welcoming many OVs to London Drinks. printmaking also gave us lots to look at and with former teachers and Housemasters read out Jon’s talk, reflecting on Matthew
their debut performance at the Sundogs Fellows (Cl 09-16), Jack Dutton (Os 15- We were delighted to be joined by OVs discuss. Russ & Sue Mason (Hon OVs), Peter Armstrong’s passion and vision for King’s
Festival in June playing in the men’s 17), Dion King (Cr 12-17), Sam Lowe (W from across the years of 1951 through to Gwilliam (Hon OV), P C Thompson (Hon and also to celebrate the successes of both
Competitive Rugby 7’s. The squad made 11-18) and Ben Shimwell (Cr 09-16). 2018. The Bankside Gallery offered a lovely It was particularly fun to see a large turnout OV), Andrew Maund (Hon OV) and Katie school life and the Open the Door to King’s
it all the way to the semi-finals! The team location, right on the river Thames, opposite from the years of 2011 and 2015 who used Beever (Hon OV). Acting Headmaster Jon Bursary appeal.
included James Smalley (Br 10-17), The boys hope to develop this in the future the beautiful St Paul’s Cathedral, as it did the event as an opportunity to meet up. Ricketts (Hon OV) was unable to make
George Bates (K 11-18), Henry Martyn- and to compete in more tournaments as an
Smith (S 10-17), Alfie Pritchard (S 10- OV squad. Watch this space!
Joanna Boyce, Sarah Graham, Anna Warburton
Chris Colenso, Will Palmer, Edmund Steele David Brodie, Neville Bulman and Benji Airdrie Rebecca Linfoot & Lucy Butterworth
OV Rugby 7s
300 Years of friendship
We were delighted to be informed by Mike It turns out there are several long stories
Page (Cr 60-65) that on Friday 12th of friendship attached to the picture: Elis
July, a group of OVs from the 1960s got Jones and John Malcomson go back over
together at the King’s Arms in Ombersley to 70 years since they first got to know one
welcome back to the UK their friend John another as toddlers in Gheluvelt Park; John
Malcomson (W 55-65) who has lived in Malcomson and John Horton go back some
Auckland NZ for over 40 years. Joining Mike 65 years as they knew each other as small
and John were Tony Cook (Cl 57-66), boys at Sunnyside School. Mike Page and
Elis Jones (W 55-65), John Malcomson John Horton knew one another at the age
(W55-65), David Malcomson (Cl 57- of 11-12 as rivals on the Cricket pitch and so
68) and John Horton (Cl 60-66). they go back over 60 years. Between them
they chalk up a grand total of over 300 years
of friendship!
Alex Wenyon, Rachel Holdway,
Mike Page,Tony Cook, Elis Jones, John Calum Davies, Aaron Pardoe-Davies,
Malcomson, David Malcomson, John Horton Chris Colenso, Peter Holdway
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OV Visits
OV Lauren in school Dragons’ Den
In June the Lower Sixth Business students involves all aspects of business from human
were exposed to the pressures of the King’s resources, development and operations
School ‘Dragons’ Den’ in the John Moore to finance, making her a perfect fit for this
Theatre. Teams had to present their business exciting role.
plans to the audience and then answer
demanding questions from five business Lauren said, “It was nice to have the
people (“the Dragons”) including OV Lauren
Bath (S 04-11). Lauren is Business manager
opportunity to go back to school and
to help the students. I enjoyed using my
A flying visit
of medical centre management company, business experience to help the L6 students. On leaving school, all David Jessop (Ch
OVs galore at L6 business skills workshop day
New Docs Limited. Her role as a Senior It was good to see the school going from 78-87) wanted to do was to be an airline
Manager, and as Chairman of the Board, strength to strength.” Thursday 20th June was a very exciting day Various business advisers including leaving King’s and about his work, breaking
pilot. He achieved this dream and after
as OVs, parents and local business delegates OVs Laura Osborne (Br 93-01), David down the stereotypes surrounding the
teaching others to fly in his 20s and then
took part in a fantastic Lower Sixth Business Leppard (H 63-73), Nick Clark (H 88-90), software industry and explaining what a fun
operating as a commercial pilot and
OV grandfather and OV grandson running flying safaris in Zimbabwe, for the
Skills Workshop run by Head of Careers,
Helen Airdrie. It was a full timetable with the
David Scrimshaw (W 63-68) and Lt Lorna
Wilson (Cr 94-01) then shared their career
and exciting field it is to work in. The pupils
had lots of questions for Anthony; he had
last 16 years David has worked for Emirates
OV Stanley Allsopp (Ca 46-51) popped of Castle House. Ben, with his passion and aim of helping students recognise the value stories with pupils, helping with the Notepad such a good time that he hopes to come
and is now an A380 Captain, living and
in to School in June with his grandson Ben experience in Art, thoroughly enjoyed a employers place on transferable skills such as Challenge, guiding pupils as they assigned back and help again.
flying out of Dubai. It was an absolute
Allsopp (S 07-12). We are delighted that look around the Art block and he was off to teamwork, communication, problem solving, team roles, produced designs, worked on
pleasure for us to meet David in June when
Stanley, who was a chorister here at King’s, meet a group of OV friends in the evening cooperation, leadership and flexibility. marketing and finances and then presented After lunch the workshop resumed with
he found he had the afternoon free, having
stays in really good contact with us and before returning to the USA to complete his flown in to Birmingham, and he decided to their business pitch. The OVs were just as Careers Networking in the Sports Hall and
supports our events regularly. Ben however studies. In the morning, the Keynote Presentation competitive as the pupils in this fun and we were delighted to be joined by more OVs
pay us a visit. One other person who was
has been living and studying abroad in the was given by OV Paul Rostand (Ca 73- testing challenge, with the team advised by including Steve Perera (Cr 86-93), Rob
particularly thrilled to meet David again
USA and Italy, and so it was an absolute 82). Paul is Managing Director of his own OV David Leppard winning overall. Airdrie (S 03-10) and Luke Weaver
was Russ Mason (Hon OV), who ran Choir
pleasure for Head of Alumni Relations, business, the Great British Biscotti Ltd, and (S 98-03). The afternoon was designed
House just after David’s time there and also
Sophie, to be able to meet him. Since 2018, spoke passionately about what inspired him OV Anthony Lock (W 05-11) not only to help the students learn and develop
taught David A level Economics.
Ben has been at John Hopkins University in to start up in the first place, the journey it helped with the careers event but he even important communication and networking
Baltimore, USA, where he is now studying took him on, and the future of the business. managed to squeeze in a computing lesson! skills, and OVs commented on how much
Russ showed David around Choir House, re-
for his PHD. living memories of each of the rooms in Choir. Anthony is a software engineer at Infinity they had enjoyed the experience and what
Works, and he spoke about his career since good conversations they had with pupils.
Sophie really enjoyed having a walk around David really enjoyed visiting The Michael
school with Stanley and Ben. A trip into the Baker Boathouse, from where he could see
library in School House was interesting, as
for Ben it hadn’t changed a huge amount
the playing fields – where he spent many
autumn and winter months playing rugby
OV Governor of the month
since his King’s days, but for Stanley it was and summer days playing cricket for the
It was a pleasure to have OV & School and watching some excellent lessons was
almost unrecognizable, as in his time it had school. David also enjoyed seeing The Keyes
Governor Andrew Reekes (Ch 64-69) with undoubtedly lunch at the Headmaster’s
been School House Dining Room. Stanley Building and especially our well-equipped -
us in June for his Governor of the Month house, where four lively and charming
was able to point out to Ben his first ever and air-conditioned! - school gym, which
visit. As part of the day, Andrew met with Lower Sixth historians discussed everything
classroom when he arrived here at King’s, as David is used to, being based in Dubai
some of our King’s historians as Andrew from Brexit, Appeasement, Churchill,
well as his sixth form study at the very top where all buildings have air-conditioning.
used to be Head of History at Tonbridge, Napoleon and back to Boris Johnson. It
Cranleigh and Cheltenham. was hugely entertaining and an impressive
insight into the intellectual curiosity of the
OV Guy Claxton back for research Andrew said, “The highlight of a most King’s School’s Sixth Formers.”
interesting day spent meeting senior staff
We were delighted to receive an impromptu visit in June from Guy
Claxton (S 57-65) as he was visiting Worcester to conduct A helping hand
research for a new book that he is writing on educational theories
put into practice and also he had hoped to watch Worcestershire It was a pleasure to catch up with OV Henry
play Sussex at the county cricket ground. James (W 11-18) when he kindly came
in to school to talk to the current Lower
Development Director Liz and Head of Alumni Relations, Sophie Sixth pupils who are interested in applying
were thrilled to meet Guy, who has previously been a Barnabas to study medicine. Henry had a gap-year
Speaker at King’s. He talked about the work he is doing, both in the working and gaining practical experience
UK and also abroad, with schools in New Zealand. Guy is Emeritus and started at Nottingham University this
Professor of the Learning Sciences at the University of Winchester, September, for his degree in medicine.
a post he took up in September 2008 together with the role of Co- Henry was perfectly placed to give the
Director of the Centre for Real-World Learning and he is the author students some top tips and advice for the
of more than twenty books including the best-selling ‘Building challenging process of applying for medical
Learning Power’. school and we wish him all the best for his
next exciting chapter.
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OVs support question time style debate at King’s Back to Catching up with OV Christopher Benson (Cl 43-47) Extraordinary
On Friday 28th June, King’s hosted a Marc Bayliss– Leader of Worcester City school room (with House Master, Alec Macdonald) memories for OV
Question Time style debate with key political Council. had been and upstairs, where he had taken
Geoffrey Harper Latin lessons with Miss Anne Campbell and
figures to get a greater understanding
The debate was organised by Sixth form (Cl 60-63) is an Art lessons with Miss ‘Miffy’ Campbell.
of the key issues facing British politics today.
student Charlie, to provide students, parents OV who has had a
The panel included a range of high-profile
and OVs with the opportunity to question range of interests Christopher was very impressed with the
guests from the local and national political
key politicians on some of the recent and careers, Michael Baker Boathouse and enjoyed
scene, including: OV Richard Bacon MP
developments in British politics. leaving King’s to go to Cambridge University, meeting King’s School Boatman, Will Bird
(Br 70-80)- Conservative MP for South It gives the Development & Alumni Relations
where he studied Natural Sciences. He who brought Christopher up to date with
Norfolk since 2001 came back to School for team such pleasure to welcome OVs back to
Audience members quizzed the panellists considers himself to be a generalist and for King’s latest rowing news.
this and was joined by Cllr Lynn Denham- school and earlier this summer Christopher
on Brexit, climate change, the cost of thirteen years he conducted research into
Labour PPC for Worcester and Councillor in Benson (Cl 43-47) visited King’s and
attending university, and the Prime the effects of weather & climate change Liz and Christopher took some time to visit
Cathedral Ward, Lord Faulkner of Worcester- Worcester for the day. Christopher has
Ministerial leadership contest. It was great to on plant development at the botanic Worcester Cathedral. Christopher has been a
Labour party peer and currently a Deputy strong memories of King’s and in particular
see OVs including Tim Burgess (S 10-17), garden in Edinburgh and previously was lay Canon at Salisbury Cathedral and he was
Speaker of the House of Lords and Deputy of some of the teachers at school in the
Edd Peckston (K 10-17) Aaron Daniels an entomologist & evolutionary biologist at very interested to see the newly renovated
Chairman of Committees, Beverley Nielson- 1940s. He attributes his decision to join
(K 09-16) and James Simpson (K 09-16) Edinburgh University. West Window at Worcester. Christopher also
Chair of West Midlands Lib Dems and Lib the Navy to his teacher, R Pedder. However
Dem PPC for West Worcestershire and Cllr supporting the debate and contributing to admired the rood screen in the cathedral, as
Geoffrey came back to King’s recently to Christopher says that he was ill-prepared for Salisbury does not possess such a screen.
the questions.
revisit some of the school buildings he knew the Royal Navy entrance test which meant
from his days at school and he also attended he was obliged to join the Merchant Navy, Christopher has had an incredibly interesting
the political debate held in The John Moore where he recalls a total lack of discipline and varied career, holding numerous
Theatre. Geoffrey also very kindly gave amongst the lower ranks, leading him to Chairmanship and Director roles within a
King’s copies of two of his books, the most appreciate the discipline from King’s (even number of high profile companies, such as
recent being ‘Democracy & the Biosphere if at times, it had been somewhat harsh). Boots PLC, Costain PLC, London Docklands OV Lloyd Daniels (Cr 46-56) had been
Crisis’. Annabel Jeffery (Hon OV), School As Christopher toured the school with Development Corporation, MEPC Property, meaning to come back to see his old school
Librarian, was delighted to take receipt of Development Director, Liz Elliott, one of his Royal & Sun Alliance Insurance Group plc for a little while and so it was a real delight
the two books. most vivid memories came when entering and House of Fraser to name a few. We were for Liz, Development Director to welcome
the current Humanities block, encapsulated delighted that Christopher was able to come him and his partner, Margaret back to King’s
During his visit to King’s Geoffrey also in the feature of the green tiled walls, which and spend some time with us at King’s and recently. Lloyd was keen to meet Harriet
visited Harriet Patrick, King’s Archivist, who brought back memories of much time spent share some of his earliest memories from his Patrick, our archivist and to see what records
looked out some of Geoffrey’s writing in The in this building, where Christopher’s form boyhood days in Worcester. Harriet was able to share with him. Harriet
Vigornian from 1962 and 1963, when, even showed Lloyd a number of Creighton House
during his schooldays Geoffrey showed an photos in which he appeared and she also
interest in social politics, in his article, entitled, Catch up with arts OV OV Dentist inspires pupils shared entries from the Vigornian magazine
‘Oh for a new moral code’. Geoffrey said of during his time at school, which detailed
his visit to the archives, “The various articles Tony Dyson (Br 56-65) attended the Year 3 at St Alban’s have been learning Lloyd’s participation in school activities and
Wedding bells for visiting OV and poems in the magazines brought back funeral of John Turner (Hon OV) in
September and whilst he was in Worcester
all about teeth with their teacher Mrs
Atkinson this term. They were therefore
promotion to house monitor.
more memories of my friends of the time.”
he came into King’s. Tony is the Chairman absolutely delighted to enjoy a visit from OV Lloyd has many memories from his time at
On the 17th July we were so pleased to was at King’s. There were also netball and Dentist Rupert Monkhouse (Ch 05-12) in
of The Frederick Ashton Foundation King’s; notably he remembers very clearly the
see Lizzie Baxter (S -03-10) back at King’s.
Lizzie popped in for a walk around with her
hockey team photos with Lizzie in and very
specially, a record of the register from 1946
Language OVs return and is therefore heavily involved with October. Rupert really enjoyed hearing day at school when George VI died and how
the foundation and the ballet, and he everything that Year 3 had been learning the Cathedral bell tolling signalled the death
fiancé Ian and his family who were over to where her Great Uncle Malcolm Leonard to offer advice explained to Liz Elliott that he also remains and he also taught them lots of new things of the King. He remembers the kindness of
share the wedding of Ian to Lizzie that was (Dayboys 46-55) was entered. as well as answering questions. Questions
involved with his architect practice, where his Headmaster, Mr Kittermaster and also
taking place on the Saturday. Head of Alumni Sam Ness (W 12-19) and Dan Bell (Cl he specialises in the design of urban Rupert answered included ‘When do most art classes with Miss ‘Miffy’ Campbell. Lloyd
Relations, Sophie, was delighted to meet It was an absolute pleasure to see Lizzie and to 17-19) came into school in September to hard landscapes and the architectural people lose all their baby teeth?’, ‘Can I and Margaret visited the first classroom that
them all and to show them around King’s. meet Ian and his family. The group left Sophie, speak to our sixth form Spanish students wobble a wobbly tooth?’, ‘Have you ever
settings of memorial sculptures such as Lloyd would have been in - at the bottom of
ready to embark on some flower arranging about why they chose Spanish as an A Level the Nelson Mandela Statue, the Mahatma been asked to give someone a gold tooth?’
The tour started in The Michael Baker the current Choir House (these classrooms
for the big day, which we were assured was subject and their experiences in the A-Lev- Ghandi memorial and the memorial of the and ‘What made you want to be a dentist?’.
Boathouse which impressed everyone, but originally accommodated the junior school
going to be attended by many OVs! el examinations. Both Sam and Dan are suffragist leader Dame Millicent Fawcett in An absolute highlight was when one pupil
especially Ian who had enjoyed rowing at pupils before they moved on to the senior
going on to study languages at University Parliament Square. asked, ‘If I swallow my tooth, would I be
University. School House was a particularly school). He was incredibly impressed with the
and were really helpful in passing on advice able to get it back?’, to which Rupert replied
special place to visit as it had been not only Michael Baker Boathouse, from where he could
about managing A-Level expectations, the Tony had time for a quick visit to the Art ‘It depends how much you want your 50p
Lizzie’s House, but also her Father Andrew see across the river to the school sports fields.
benefits and pleasure of studying languag- Department at King’s where he was very from the tooth fairy!’.
(S 70-75)’s and Uncle Michael (S 70-80)’s es and their Spanish experiences. Head of impressed to see artwork by the current
too. Lizzie really enjoyed finding her old Alumni Relations, Sophie, was delighted to Rupert then enjoyed a walk around the
Upper Sixth students, one of whom has been
house room , as well as showing Ian and his see them both and to have a catch up before Biology building at King’s Senior School with
focusing on architecture and another on dance
family the classrooms where her father and they headed off to their respective universi- Head of Alumni Relations, Sophie where
– both of which encompass Tony’s passions, so
uncle slept as boarders. The group finished ties and Freshers Weeks! Current sixth form he also was delighted to see his former
it proved to be a very fortuitous visit!
with a visit to the Art Department, where were very grateful for teachers Matt Parkin (Hon OV) and Nicki
Lizzie had spent most of her time at School. the advice, were able We are very grateful Essenhigh (OV). After a nostalgic lunch
to ask questions and to Tony for donating in the Dining Hall, Rupert sat down with
Sophie was delighted to finish by showing felt better prepared a generous auction Stephen, a current member of the U6 who
Lizzie some records that had been found for the Spanish ad- lot of tickets to a hopes to study Dentistry. Rupert is kindly
by Harriet Patrick, King’s Archivist. These ventures ahead as ballet at Covent coming back to help with the Healthcare
included School House photographs with they continue their Garden Opera Conference in February.
her in, but also some from when her father studies this year. House.
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Returning to King’s
It was a beautiful sunny day when Henry
Shouler (H 49-56) came to visit King’s
1st XI Hockey, he was a member of the
Athletics throws team, Captain of the school
Barnabas
School early in the summer holidays – a Badminton team and was awarded colours
wonderful way to view the school and re- playing in the 1st XV. From the prow of
visit some familiar buildings like College Hall the Boathouse, Henry was able to see the
and the Reading Room (Chappel Memorial cricket and rugby pitches across the river,
Room) and also to see some of King’s new where he spent many happy hours. Henry
buildings: the Michael Baker Boathouse and also recalled time spent in Hostel House and
the Keyes Building. he visited what is now the Staff Common
Room part of which had been The Hostel
During Henry’s time at King’s he was actively Common Room, where the boarding boys
involved in sports of all kinds, playing for the used to meet for study and evening prayers.
1st XI Cricket and also the 1st XI Football,
OV encourages next generation of engineers
John Weston CBE (S 62-69) spent the
afternoon at King’s in October, talking
with a number of students who were
interested to hear about his wealth
of experience in industry. On leaving
King’s John went to Cambridge to study
Aerospace Engineering and after a Masters
in Engineering from Trinity College, he
started as an undergraduate apprentice in
what later became British Aerospace and
now BAE Systems. He worked for BAE for
over 30 years, ultimately becoming Chief
Executive of the company in 1998. John Ricketts (Hon OV), Assistant Head, Katie are looking to apply to Oxbridge, where
subsequently held various Chairman roles Beever (Hon OV) and Development questions ranged from “Do you think Europe
for a number of companies, ranging from Director and OV Liz Elliott and there was should do more to co-operate on matters
the design and manufacture of optic fibres an interesting discussion over the course on of defence?” to “How do you envisage the
to one that designs technology to reduce lunch when John talked about some of the future of the British Aerospace industry?”
CO2 emissions in vehicles. engineering concepts related to Concorde. and also included questions about gender
diversity in engineering and the impact on
Over lunch, John met Head of School, After lunch, John held a Careers talk with climate change of the aerospace industry.
Hamish and also other Upper Sixth students: a packed room of pupils, talking about his
Mark, one of our aspiring engineers as well
as Ellie and Liberty, both of whom are
time at King’s and the confidence inspired
in him whilst at School, which helped him
We are very grateful to John both for the
time that he spent with the students at
Derek Bell MBE (S 56-58)
Arkwright scholars, who have set up an throughout his career. There followed King’s and also for his very generous support We enjoyed a visit from OV British sports Derek is now a speaker and sports Maths, Drama, and Design Technology. It
Engineering Club for girls at King’s. They a stimulating discussion with some 30 of an enduring bursary place at King’s. car driving legend Derek Bell MBE (S commentator and he remains much in was a particular pleasure for him to meet
were joined by Acting Headmaster, Jon Upper Sixth students, a number of whom 56-58) on Thursday 26th September demand at racing events around the sixth formers Toby Weymouth and Ed
as the newest member of our Barnabas world. In 1986 Derek was awarded an MBE Cosson. Toby and Ed were part of King’s 4x4
Group. OVs who have excelled in their for services to motorsport, in 2012 he was Challenge team ‘Edge’ who won 1st Place at
Inspirational gap year speakers chosen careers are invited back to join the inducted into the Motor Sport Hall of Fame the National Finals for the JLR 4x4 in Schools
Barnabas Group, named after St Barnabas, of America and in 2014 he was presented Competition in 2018. Ed and Toby were able
In September, current U6 Pupils benefited he learned. son of encouragement, to share their with Honorary Life Membership of the AA in to showcase their prize-winning vehicle
from meeting three OVs who came life experiences and to offer advice and recognition of his 50 years in Motorsports. to Derek and to speak about the process
into Key Skills to share their Gap Year Finally, James Austin (Os 16-18), spoke inspiration to the school body. of designing, building and testing the car,
Experiences. Francesca Descher (Cl 10- of his experiences. James enjoyed time Derek experienced a packed day back at as well as discussing how they secured
17) spent her gap year working in Cairo working in a Borneo Eco-Lodge owned by In 1956 Derek joined The King’s School King’s, where he had enjoyed his schooldays. sponsorship and marketing support.
at Malvern College Egypt. It was really OV Howard Stanton (S 84-91), Vietnam, Worcester where he enjoyed Maths, Physics At 8.30am the school playground vibrated as
interesting to hear all about her experiences Russia, Peru, Bolivia and Columbia. James, a and playing for the 1st XV rugby team. After Derek entered through the school gates in Derek enjoyed lunch with Acting
in the Marketing department there, working self-confessed non-organiser, faced language leaving school Derek was encouraged to his 911 ‘Racing Legends’ Derek Bell Porsche Headmaster, Jon Ricketts (Hon OV), Head
and living abroad and learning a new barriers (resulting in paying for a hostel room enter racing and he won his first race at (one of just 15). The car continued to garner of School and Captain of the 1st XV Hamish,
language. twice), a lost passport, and lengthy flight Goodwood in 1964 in a Lotus Seven. admiration and attention throughout the current pupil and budding racing star Theo
diversions, so he encouraged everyone in the day. Derek gave an inspiring address to the who is looking forward to his racing season
Nish Rai (K 11-18) travelled far and wide room to plan more than he had! Derek’s record on the track is astoundingly School in Worcester Cathedral, speaking of ahead and Head of Sixth Form, Josh Hand,
on his year, with a European Interrailing impressive. He won Le Mans 24 hours five his time at King’s, as well as his professional as well as Development Director Liz Elliott
trip, time in America, and also India. He also It was a pleasure to hear Francesca, Nish times, in 1975, 1981, 1982, 1986 and 1987. career highlights and times of challenge, as and Head of Alumni Relations, Sophie
fitted in time to commit to FDSSUK (Fibrous and James speak, and by the end of session, He also won the Daytona 24 three times, and well as words of advice and encouragement. Borrillo-McLellan.
Dysplasia Support Society). Like Francesca, everyone (staff included), was itching to the World Sportscar Championship twice.
Nish was able to offer lots of advice on Gap get a rucksack on their back and go on an Derek has raced for the Ferrari, Wheatcroft, Derek enjoyed visiting King’s pupils in many A special day indeed for Derek and for
Years, especially why he took one and what adventure! McLaren, Surtees and Tecno teams in the lessons throughout the day including everyone at King’s
Formula 1.
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King’s Today OVs in the News HAYLEY & LIZZY
REPRESENTING
GREAT BRITAIN
September saw the start of the 2019 UCI
Our Headmaster Matthew Armstrong
tragically died in August. The School
The British National Championships were
held in Glasgow this year. To reach this
At the end of the summer term, 50 King’s
senior pupils took practical music exams
OV STEPHEN CLEOBURY KNIGHTED IN THE Road World Championships. The World
body and King’s family had opportunity prestigious competition the swimmers with the majority gaining merits and QUEEN’S BIRTHDAY HONOURS Championships sees some of the world’s best
cyclists competing alongside each other and
to remember and celebrate Matthew in must rank in the top twenty-four in the distinctions. For most pupils, practical
an incredible Service of Thanksgiving in We are thrilled to report that OV Dr Stephen we were so proud that not one, but two OVs
country, in their age group. Two King’s exams finish at Grade 8. Those who wish
Worcester Cathedral on 21st October. Cleobury (Ch 58-67) was knighted in the were selected to compete for Great Britain!
pupils accomplished this. Gabriella qualified to take performing to the next level have
Queen’s Birthday Honours for services to Hayley Simmonds (Cr 99-06) competed
in the 50m Butterfly and she achieved a the option of studying diplomas and in
choral music. Former Director of Music at in the Elite Women’s Time Trial and Lizzy
credible thirteenth place. Hannah, also a the summer term, four pupils achieved this
King’s College, Cambridge, Stephen said, “I Banks (Ch 02-09) in the Elite Women’s Road
Junior County record holder, qualified in impressive feat and are now able to add
am profoundly honoured to have received Race. Lizzy currently cycles for the UCI team
the 50m and the 100m Freestyle. In the 50m their qualifications after their names.
this award. I have sought to nourish and ‘Bigla Pro Cycling’ based in Switzerland and
Freestyle, Hannah cruised into the National
support the precious choral tradition Hayley for ‘BTC City Ljubljana’ in Slovenia.
final with a personal best of 27.12 seconds.
Later, she swam a stunning race and placed that we have in this country, and to be an
fifth in a blistering 26.88 seconds, smashing advocate for the innumerable benefits of
The year’s worth of training and preparation the current Junior long course record. singing and choral music”.
culminated in a fantastic National Schools’
Regatta for the King’s Boat Club in May. For We were saddened to hear of Stephen’s
some it was their first, and for some their death in November 2019.
last time at Eton Dorney Lake. The Boat
Club achieved eighth place in the Girls’ OVS CRICKET JOURNEY FROM UK TO AUSTRALIA
It was a very successful weekend for the KSW
Championship Four, tenth place in the J16
Girls’ Double Scull, eleventh place in the J16 CCF Army Section in the 11 Signals & WM It was wonderful news to learn that NEW UNIVERSITY
Boys’ Quadruple Scull and tenth place in the In early July a Rugby tour party of 45 players Brigade Military Skills Competition on the OV Simon Insley (Br 99-06) has just been
appointed as General Manager of High
CHALLENGE NEWS
J15 Boys’ Coxed Quadruple Scull. from years 11 and 12 travelled to South Africa Nesscliffe Training Area. The team won the
for two weeks to sample the culture and Military Skills Competition, and was placed Performance of Cricket Tasmania and the We were excited to spot OV Josh Holland
On Thursday 27th June a group of King’s wildlife and play eight games of rugby. The 3rd in the March and Shoot Competition. Hobart Hurricanes. Simon says, (Br 03-10) on University Challenge as he
students travelled to Cromhall Quarry to put tour started in Johannesburg before making “The (current) role is to report to the Chief represented the University of Southampton.
into action the training in diving which they its way to Durban via KwaZulu Natal. Notable Executive on all the cricket departments to Josh is currently studying for a PhD in
have been receiving over the course of this moments for the pupils included helping ensure that the state is striving for excellence Theoretical Computer Science.
year. Those who satisfied the requirements out at the Winnie Mabaso foundation and to achieve its strategic goals.”
have achieved the status of PADI Junior sampling some of South Africa’s fabulous On Monday 23rd September they had their
Divers and can now complete their open Game reserves where most of the big five KNIGHTHOOD FOR ASHLEY first-round against Goldsmiths, University
water qualification. were seen. The rugby was intense playing 4 of London. After a particularly impressive
different matches in 4 different locations. Huge congratulations go from all of us at second half, Southampton won 175 to 95.
King’s to OV MEP Ashley Fox (K 80-87) who Sadly, in November they lost to Durham in
was named in Teresa May’s Resignation the second round.
Honours list to receive a Knighthood for
political and public service. Ashley was the
leader of the Conservatives in the European
Parliament between 2014-2019. He has
Fourteen students (LR to U6) accompanied served the European Parliament since 2009,
by two staff had a very successful weekend at and was re-elected in 2014, representing
the 2019 Model United Nations conference. the South West of England & Gibraltar. We Parliament for 10 years. I am delighted to
The team came home with a long list of were thrilled to hear from Ashley who said have been honoured with a Knighthood by
A record number of King’s students undertook prizes including the much-coveted title of “It was a privilege to serve in the European our former Prime Minister, Theresa May.”
an assessed Gold DofE expedition in the ‘Outstanding Delegation of MUNCH 19’.
It’s been another year of academic
Lake District over the summer supported
excellence for the school with some
fantastic A Level and GCSE results this by a team of King’s staff. All 36 participants We were delighted that King’s won this OV ROLE INSPIRING MEETING WITH
summer. In A Levels over 40% of results coped admirably with 8-9 hours of walking
and approximately 1,000m of ascent each
year’s Modus Challenge Cup with a final
score of King’s 22 - 7 RGS. Following defeats
AT RUGBY ARCHBISHOP OF CANTERBURY
were graded at A*-A, close to 70% graded
A*-B and 87% of results graded A*-C. Over day. The students are now in the process of for the last two years, King’s were keen to WORLD CUP Exciting news from Sally Themans (Co 84-86) who was delighted
25 students achieved three or more A*/A completing their remaining sections of the fight back and with a fantastic defence and to meet the Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, as he visited
Award and are looking forward to an invitation some brilliant individual performances, October saw Shropshire as part of his thee-day tour of the Diocese of Hereford.
grades. Students also excelled themselves
by Buckingham Palace to receive their award. King’s were able to bring the cup home. OV Rowan Kitt (Ch
with fantastic Extended Project Qualification
77-87) working hard at Sally’s company, Good2Great, works with start-up companies in
(EPQ) results, achieving the highest results
the Rugby World Cup in Shropshire so it was a wonderful opportunity to talk with the
to date. It was our biggest ever cohort with
Japan in his role as TMO. Archbishop about the challenges facing businesses, particularly
24 students completing the EPQ with 63%
receiving A*s and almost 90% A*/A. The with the looming Brexit debate going on.
Rowan works alongside the referee to ensure
good news continued with our GCSE results. that fair decisions are made with regards
An impressive 66% of entries were graded Sally said, “He really listened and engaged and offered practical
foul play and allowing tries, penalties etc. It solutions. He was very inspiring.”
9-7 (or equivalent), 42% A*/9-8 grades and is a fast-paced and high pressure job and it is
over 97% 9-4 grades (or equivalent). a huge honour and responsibility for Rowan.
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