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In 1976 Bennett became a comprehensive school, welcoming students of all abilities from a large part of the [[Diocese of Rochester]] rather than just Tunbridge Wells. It was shortly after this time that the Bennett [[sixth form]] was developed for A-Level students. Over the years students have travelled from as far away as [[Aylesford]] and [[Robertsbridge]]. Bennett started to accept boys in 1993 and in 2003 achieved [[specialist school]] status as a [[Technology College|technology college]]. It also has the silver [[Artsmark]] award, the [[Sportsmark]] award and is a [[Language College]]. |
In 1976 Bennett became a comprehensive school, welcoming students of all abilities from a large part of the [[Diocese of Rochester]] rather than just Tunbridge Wells. It was shortly after this time that the Bennett [[sixth form]] was developed for A-Level students. Over the years students have travelled from as far away as [[Aylesford]] and [[Robertsbridge]]. Bennett started to accept boys in 1993 and in 2003 achieved [[specialist school]] status as a [[Technology College|technology college]]. It also has the silver [[Artsmark]] award, the [[Sportsmark]] award and is a [[Language College]]. |
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==Notable alumni== |
==Notable alumni== |
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| Bennett Memorial Diocesan School | |
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| Address | |
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Culverden Down , , TN4 9SH | |
| Information | |
| Motto | Semper Tenax (Ever holding fast) |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Church of England |
| Established | 1951 |
| Founder | Lady Elena Bennett |
| Local authority | Kent |
| Specialist | Technology College |
| Ofsted | Reports |
| Headteacher | Mr Ian Bauckham, MA |
| Staff | 102 |
| Gender | Coeducational |
| Age | 11 to 18 |
| Enrollment | 1461 |
| Website | http://www.bennett.kent.sch.uk |
Bennett Memorial Diocesan School is a Church of England Aided Comprehensive School in Royal Tunbridge Wells, Kent, England. It was founded in 1951 as a Church of England school for girls. The original school building was purchased by the Church using funds donated by Lady Elena Bennett and the school subsequently opened in 1953.
In 1976 Bennett became a comprehensive school, welcoming students of all abilities from a large part of the Diocese of Rochester rather than just Tunbridge Wells. It was shortly after this time that the Bennett sixth form was developed for A-Level students. Over the years students have travelled from as far away as Aylesford and Robertsbridge. Bennett started to accept boys in 1993 and in 2003 achieved specialist school status as a technology college. It also has the silver Artsmark award, the Sportsmark award and is a Language College.
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Notable alumni
- Douglas Booth, model and actor (BBC's 'Worried About The Boy')
- Scott Wagstaff, footballer for Charlton Athletic F.C.
External links
- Bennett Memorial online - Official school website
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