Head of sixth form, Mrs Julie Whitmore, will be leaving us at the end of the week, after seventeen years at Bridgnorth Endowed School. Julie started at the school as the new head of business studies in September 2003, and soon gained a reputation for being efficient, reliable, conscientious and organised. It was therefore no …
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Maths Teacher Retires After Eleven Years at BES
It is with great sadness that we say a fond farewell to Mr Julian Spicer after eleven years of teaching at Bridgnorth Endowed School. Head of maths, Mr Hughes, commented: “He has inspired many pupils to think deeper about mathematics and develop their internal dialogue around the subject. His enthusiasm, experience and ties will certainly …
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Puff the Poorly Dragon is on the Mend
We’re very pleased to announce that Bridgnorth Endowed minibus driver, Dana Power, is recovering well from the heart attack he suffered on Friday 3rd April. The long-time charity fundraiser, who has raised almost £50K and run countless marathons as ‘Puff the Dragon’ for Asthma UK, was rushed into hospital after experiencing chest pains and breathing …
Tributes Paid to Former Teacher
It is with deep sadness that we announce the death of a former teacher and much-loved colleague, Ian Keir. He was a highly respected and long-serving member of the team that worked at Bridgnorth Endowed for almost 30 years. Ian started at the school in 1987 and taught science to generations of pupils until his …
A Tribute to a Dear Colleague
Sharon Downing (née Taylor), who was a much-loved member of staff at Bridgnorth Endowed School, passed away suddenly on Friday 22nd August, after a short illness. Sharon came to the school as a student and then, in later life, was employed here for over ten years, most recently as Cleaning Manager. A real team player …
Teacher Set to Compete in Russia
Good luck to languages teacher and triathlete, Ms Miller, who is due to fly out to Russia to take part in the European Championships in less than two weeks. Even though she began competing in amateur events just six years ago, she has already qualified to represent Great Britain. The Olympic-distance triathlon will involve a …
Two Members of Staff Complete London Marathon
Two members of staff from Bridgnorth Endowed School went the full distance at the 2019 London Marathon, which took place in the capital last Sunday. Minibus driver, Dana Power, and art teacher, Louise Rhodes, joined over 40,000 people to conquer the strenuous 26-mile run and raise millions of pounds for charity. Dana, who ran for …
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Ninth London Marathon for Dana
Bridgnorth Endowed minibus driver and local fundraising hero, Dana Power, is preparing to run his ninth London Marathon at the end of this month. Dana, who is 64, started running nine years ago, after watching the Great North Run and feeling inspired. In 2013, Asthma UK were looking for someone to run as their mascot, …
Last Race Before London Marathon
On Sunday 24th March, BES art teacher, Mrs Rhodes, completed the London Landmarks Half Marathon in 2 hours 12 minutes and 53 seconds. She decided to enter the event as part of her training programme for the London Marathon, which takes place at the end of April. Mrs Rhodes reports: “The event was amazing, with …
Mr Fox Invited to Judge at Live Arts Festival
The 40th Wenlock Olympian Society Live Arts Festival opened last weekend, and the event is now in full swing with school-age children competing in various classes of music, dance and drama. Bridgnorth Endowed School music teacher, Mr Fox, has been invited to judge the music categories, which include singing, instrumental and choir performances. The festival, …
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