Three governors at a top public school have resigned over its handling of a sexual misconduct allegation, the Daily Mail can reveal. His departure came after months of controversy at the Upper East Side academic bastion over the school's "anti-racism" focus. After careers in the City and in sports management, they made their forays into education. He was cautioned by police on February 16 for an abuse of a position of trust in engaging in sexual activity with the pupil. Repton School is a 1318 co-educational, private, boarding and day school in the English public school tradition, in Repton, Derbyshire, England. [42], The school marked its 450th anniversary in 2007 with a royal visit from Prince Edward, Earl of Wessex. [164], Repton School and Repton village combine every year for a charity event known as Sale of Work. Lisa Clark, now an administrator at the school, was a pupil in 1991 and remembers Johns first day. Repton School, Abu Dhabi, announces the appointment of a new Headmaster. Three governors have resigned after Repton School (pictured) declined to sack a teacher. [52], The school has a Combined Cadet Force and a music school, as well as various after-school clubs. In their findings they said: 'It is alleged that after the event had ended, and in the course of cleaning up, Mr Mitchell touched Pupil A inappropriately on two separate occasions and that such contact was of a sexual nature.'. Pupil A stated that Mitchell said: 'Do you find this weird?' One of this family, Gilbert Thacker, destroyed the church, almost entirely in a day; he did this during the time of Queen Mary, fearing the priory would be recommissioned as part of the Counter-Reformation. [88], Repton Priory was a 12th-century Augustinian foundation. The Derbyshire school, where boarders pay more than 40,000 a year and which counts Roald Dahl and Jeremy Clarkson among its alumni, said its handling of the matter has been backed up by two expert independent reviews. If you require paper copies . We asked the school the following questions: Is the school expecting any civil claims to arise from the criminal case? Email: info@repton-pri.derbyshire.sch.uk. Repton School's U15 girls' tennis squad achieved their highest ever finish in the age group category at the National Finals which took place over the 3rd and 4th . [48] Alastair Land was headmaster from 2016 to 2019 and was succeeded as headmaster by Mark Semmence. How could a teacher be able to abuse multiple girls without suspicion at Repton during the 90s? Careful. [77][78], The school's theatre was used for various performances during a time of closure of a theatre space in the Derby Guildhall, operated by the local authority in Derby. Simon Clague admitted multiple sexual assaults on three young teenage girls at Repton School but his victims and former pupils believe that questions remain unanswered over the conduct of the school when the abuse took place. [8], In the early centuries of the school's development, there was a pupil-conferred role called "Cock of the School" within the pupil body. [47], The period 20152019 saw some rapid cycling of leadership of the school. Mr Semmence succeeds Mr Alastair Land who leaves Repton in March 2019 to t Parents Staff Pupils Old Reptonians Repton Foundation Enquire Visit Us A Repton School spokesman told the Derby Telegraph: 'As a result of an incident in December 2014, Repton School referred Mr Mitchell to the National College for Teaching & Leadership. A number of headmasters of Repton went on to senior Church of England positions in the 20th century. to which she replied: 'Yes, because you are married and have four children.'. [83] There is also some bursary assistance. All of the schools involved were ordered to abandon this practice, pay a nominal penalty of 10,000 each and to make ex-gratia payments totalling three million pounds into a trust designed to benefit pupils who attended the schools during the period in respect of which fee information had been shared. [27] He was also, along with other boys at the school, used as a product tester for Cadbury who were located close by, and it has been speculated that this helped to inspire Charlie and the Chocolate Factory. The comments below have been moderated in advance. Does the school accept any responsibility that this happened to children who were under the school's care? [108], Alexander Wilson, novelist, a spy and serial bigamist with four wives lied about being an alumnus of Repton School, which he was not;[109] Fred Perry also lied about having attended Repton School, which he did not do either. ON THIS WEBSITE. He is a well-known pillar of the Tilery and Portrack communities and he brought people together each year with the annual Lantern Parade that lasted for 10 years, as well as engaging with local churches, businesses and community groups. [45] In 2013, a 9million science block was built. As the school marks its fifth year this September, its Rose Campus, which accommodates children from Nursery to Year 1 is delighted to welcome Kevin Hannah. We get to know your individual needs and tailor the experience, so you feel sure that together you have made the right choice for your child. [134], Female staff members were paid 5657% less than their male coworkers at the school in 2018,[135] and 50% less in 2019. [34], Hazing is recorded as having taken place at Repton into the late 20th century. John Mitchell, 41, put his hand on the pupil's bottom and told her she was sending his blood pressure soaring when she bent over during a lesson at the 32,000-a-year Repton School in Derby. The building has since been nominated for Excellence in Design by the East Midlands Bricks Awards. The school has refused to confirm whether or not the allegations had been made or to say whether or not either of the individuals concerned had been suspended as a result. REPTON SCHOOL ENTERPRISES LIMITED - Free company information from Companies House including registered office address, filing history, accounts, annual return, officers, charges, business activity . We also may change the frequency you receive our emails from us in order to keep you up to date and give you the best relevant information possible. Michael Clarke, who left the school to pursue an ecclesiastical career and became Provost of Birmingham Cathedral. Repton's heritage is well documented: for over 1,000 years our site in the very heart of rural England has been an important seat of learning. David has 16 years of senior leadership experience in UK schools and will take over from Jonathan Hughes D'aeth who . But Dahl's biographer, Jeremy Treglown, has pointed out he was mistaken: the beating was in May 1933, a year after Fisher had left Repton, and the headmaster concerned was John Christie, Fisher's successor. In just three years he built the school roll to over 800 students, in a highly competitive local market. Is YOUR lifestyle good for your heart? Funds raised are distributed to a range of local and national charities chosen by representatives of both communities. It. [57] The Olympic gold medal and world record holder Adam Peaty used Repton's swimming pool as a training facility. Mitchell,who taught at the school from 2008, resigned in February last year after the allegations came to light. Mitchell admitted that he had put his hand on the girl's bottom for up to five secondsand that it was 'inappropriate' and 'a sexual act'. He and Mrs Stone did not respond to requests for comment and Mrs Fish declined to comment further. In November 2019, Adam Peaty opened a newly redeveloped 6m sports centre at the school. Johns hobbies include cycling, fishing and gardening, which he is looking forward to spending more time on once he retires. ADMISSIONS. Bursar's Office, Repton School, Repton, Derby Derbyshire, DE65 6FH. SPIRIT OF PLACE. Notable alumni, also known as "Old Reptonians", include C. B. Fry, Jeremy Clarkson, Roald Dahl, Adrian Newey, and Michael Ramsey. [54], The school competes in various sports. 19:33 GMT 11 Mar 2016 During the 17th century, the school educated the sons of Earl of Chesterfield and Earl of Ardglass, Samuel Shaw, and John Woodward, who was apprenticed as a linen draper before he took up medicine, eventually being appointed Gresham Professor of Physic. Gollancz was later dismissed from the school. 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Part of the Daily Mail, The Mail on Sunday & Metro Media Group, Harry and Meghan break cover for night out at private club in LA as unseen TV footage shows duke joking about reincarnation and finding 'freedom and happiness' - after Charles evicted couple from Frogmore Cottage and handed keys to Andrew, Ousted Chicago Mayor Lori Lightfoot claims she was treated unfairly because she's 'a black woman in America' despite failing to stop soaring crime - as critics unleash and election heads to runoff, Twitter is DOWN: App crashes for thousands of frustrated users around the world, What's your biggest turn off? An integrated inspection took place in March 2014, finding the school to be "exceptionally successful in achieving its aims the quality of the pupils' achievements is excellent". It started with the arrival of two girls in 1970. We look forward to welcoming Emma and her family to Repton & Foremarke in July. [38] He has stated that this conduct included doing car stunts on the sports pitches, smoking in the chapel, filling all the locks on the premises with Polyfilla, and attending lessons naked from the waist down. She left the way open for Mitchell to seek to have the ban lifted after two years. Parliamentary standards commissioner Kathryn Stone, a former police chief and a top criminal law barrister, quit after Repton School declined to sack a teacher despite the claim made by a former pupil. As always you can unsubscribe at any time. 1. Were there any concerns raised at the time that underage female Repton pupils would visit a male teacher at his home? Alastair Land will leave in April 2019 to become the new headmaster at the independent Harrow School in London. The head of diversity at the tony Dalton School the Upper East Side bastion of privilege that's been rocked by controversy recently over its heavy-handed "anti-racist" ideology is out,. At the same time, a father at the equally prestigious, $54,000-a . [137] In April 2019, a teacher tested positive for drink-driving after police saw his vehicle mount a kerb and then enter the school grounds. A married teacher who groped a 16-year-old schoolgirl at an elite private school has been banned from the classroom indefinitely. 2020 1172 1557 1621 1858 1866 1886 [41] A fall in student numbers in the 1990s led to headmaster Graham Jones' decision to close two boys boarding houses (Brook House and The Hall) and reconfigure their occupants into a single new house, School House. We are ambitious for every one of our pupils; Repton Sofia is small enough to ensure that the talents of each individual are nurtured and valued, yet large enough to compete on the international arena across academia, music, the arts and sport. Celebrations also included concerts featuring Michael Ball and Bryan Ferry. [76] In 2022, this event was branded "a flop", with organisers stating "audience for many of the speakers were woefully smallEverywhere was completely thin. The welcome was led by former headmaster Geoffery Fisher and the Queen planted a mulberry tree. The Charity Commission, which regulates the private school, has urged anybody with safeguarding concerns to contact it or the police. Sir John Port of Etwall, on his death in 1557, left funds to create a grammar school which was then established at the Repton Priory. Ms Fish's resignation letter to the chairman of the governors, Mark Shires, said the decision to allow the teacher to remain in post means the school had not taken seriously: "an appalling catalogue [of alleged past misconduct and it was therefore the case that]. safeguarding of pupils past, present and future is now in jeopardy and lacks credibility.[154]. [70][71], Repton's art programme currently features two artists-in-residence: visual artist Louisa Chambers, and fine art media specialist Maria Georgoula. [45] A studio theatre was added in 2003 and the complex extended and fully refurbished in 2011 by architect Bryan Avery. Play it now! [10] The headmaster at the time lamented the tension between local boys and boarders, stating that despite a sincere attempt to break down the barriers between them, he had had little success, and a substantial number of applications from "persons of good standing and good fortune" had been withdrawn when told the boys were "of all classes down to the sons of blacksmiths and washerwomen". John was never afraid of being an innovator, he always approached every new project with enthusiasm.. The white headmaster of a New York Catholic school who made a Black student kneel as part of an apology to a teacher has resigned, the school said Wednesday. This means that we may include adverts from us and third parties based on our knowledge of you. [61][62], In January 2019, Repton announced Chris Read, former England cricketer, as the school's director of cricket. [citation needed]. Thomas and his wife and Miss Susan Todd. Repton is a harmonious place The school is a harmonious place in which to learn, and inspectors noted on their many visits to boarding houses that boarders from different backgrounds get on. [79], Approximately 70 percent of pupils are boarders. "[6], The first Committee of the Headmasters' Conference, appointed in December 1870, included the headmaster of Repton. [89][90], Only parts of the original buildings remained when the school was established. [60] Repton's football team also won The 2018 ISFA Barry Burns Northern Eights Competition. On Monday (Augusts 24), John Nagl and Maurice Glavin, Chair of The Haverford School Board of Trustees, jointly. 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The views expressed in the contents above are those of our users and do not necessarily reflect the views of MailOnline. In recent weeks, news has broken of allegations against past and present members of staff at Repton. This building is now grade II listed. They revolted at school against everything associated with the establishment, which they called "the other side", and Upward reflected after leaving that "everyone was homosexual, up to a point, at Repton". A boy would be identified as the holder of this office after competing against likely candidates; once a boy was incumbent in this role, the younger boys deferred to him to do his work; writing in 1907, G. S. Messiter described the practice as an "ancient custom. The former headmaster of Manhattan's elite Dalton School took a 14-year-old from a broken home under his wing in the 1980s and sexually abused her, a new lawsuit claims . [81], In 2019/2020, fees were 36,783 for boarders and 27,207 for day pupils per year. A headmaster at one of Britain's leading private schools has resigned following a long-running row with parents and former students over his alleged draconian methods. Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates: Repton School, Abu Dhabi, announces the appointment of a new Headmaster. In August 2018, one of these individuals, Jeremy Woodside, a 28-year-old former organist at the school, was placed on the, On 29 January 2018, police arrested a member of staff on suspicion of attempting, On 14 March 2018, a second police investigation into a staff member, relating to safeguarding concerns, was launched, On 26 March 2018, allegations against a further two members of staff were reported, In February 2022, a former teacher at the school, Simon Clague, pleaded guilty to multiple indictments for, This page was last edited on 27 February 2023, at 19:36. Welcome to Repton Abu Dhabi! [32] Airmen were billeted in Mitre House during the war. [18] A war memorial was unveiled on major general Sir John Burnett-Stuart, director of military operations and intelligence, and dedicated by Edwyn Hoskyns, Bishop of Southwell on 1 November 1922. 'The school co-operated fully with the relevant authorities and all appropriate arrangements were put in place to ensure that pupils were safeguarded. [139], The Charity Commission expressed "serious concerns" about safeguarding in 2018 after it received a sequence of serious incident reports from Repton School early in that year, specifically:[140], In September 2022, 3 governors resigned en block over safeguarding issues at the school; these were new addition safeguarding issues to those set out above that came to light after the jailing of Simon Clague.[153]. Emily Chan For Mailonline, 'The world's gone crazy!' As always you can unsubscribe at any time. [16], A reforming master, Victor Gollancz, established evening classes in political education for the boys in the early 1900s. Mr Land has been appointed as the next headmaster at Harrow School. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. Were any complaints made at the time or concerns raised by anyone about inappropriate behaviour towards female pupils, and if so, why was this not acted upon? the beating was in May 1933, a year after Fisher had left Repton, and the headmaster concerned was John Christie, Fisher's successor. Former pupils include Jeremy Clarkson, the author Roald Dahl and Derbyshire actor Tom Chambers. In the most recent cases, a claim of inappropriate behaviour resulting in safeguarding issues on an overseas trip, has been made against one member of staff. Before going on to become Archbishop of Canterbury, Fisher was known for his tenure as headmaster being extremely intolerant. [26] In his 1984 autobiography, Dahl states that when he was a young fag, he was instructed to warm toilet seats for older boys at the school. [50][51] In November 2019, Libby Lane, Lord Bishop of Derby was appointed visitor of Repton School. And, as the Derby Telegraph previously reported, a separate Repton School staff member was arrested at the end of January on suspicion of attempting sexual contact with a child who was not at the school. After dissolution, the Thacker family lived at the priory until 1553. Repton School Life The headteacher of the prestigious Repton School is leaving to take up a new role. If you have any queries or require information, please contact any of the following people on the telephone number or email above. You'll give me a coronary.'. The ability to balance the academic, the pastoral and the co-curricular is what sets apart an independent school from the rest, says Alastair Land, Headmaster of Repton School. REPTON SCHOOL STAFF LISTS Senior Staff Art I J Whitfield, MA - Royal College of Art (Director of Art) A J Benson, MA (Maternity Cover)- University of Wolverhampton (Textiles) J C Rice, BA - Loughborough University (Textiles) T R L Voyce, MA - University of Aberystwyth (Artist in Residence) J Wheeldon, BA - University of Nottingham [30], The total number of pupils was 353 at the outbreak of war, which fell to 273 in 1943. Who we are, what we do, and what we believe in could not be more pertinent for young people facing the modern world. Hes always adopted an open door policy from day one, its a lovely welcoming atmosphere. He took the melody from Hubert Parry's 1888 contralto aria "Long since in Egypt's plenteous land" in his oratorio Judith. [163], During the 2020 Coronavirus pandemic the school's DT department made PPE for key NHS workers. By 1979, the first purpose-built girls' boarding house was opened. Role Resigned Director Appointed on 28 April 2020 . Ex police chief and barrister Kathryn Stone has quit Repton School, Derbyshire It comes after the school declined to sack a teacher despite claims by ex-pupil Sue Fish, ex Nottinghamshire. It is understood allegations have been made against four employees or former employees of the top public school in recent months. [56] Notable sporting former pupils include the 1932 Wimbledon tennis finalist, Bunny Austin, and several first-class cricketers. 16:17 GMT 15 Mar 2016. "Repton School governors congratulate Mr Land on his appointment to this prestigious role and wish him and his family all the very best. He left Brighton in 2006 to become a Housemaster at Repton, before joining Wellington in September 2013. The software was also used in 150 schools, tracking over 50,000 students' wellbeing. [58], In 2013, six former pupils played together in an international hockey match. 1,108 Followers. Nagl has become a lightning rod of controversy since August 11, when an open letter . [21] In the 1920s, the poet Vernon Watkins was sent to Repton. Teacher Simon Clague preyed on three pupils, Our free email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox. Donald Barr, the controversial and outspoken headmaster of the Dalton School, one of the city's largest and most selective private schools, has resigned in protest of what he considers the. It is understood the former pupil did not name these friends, was not willing to speak formally to the police and the school received no further evidence. Role Resigned Nominee Director Date of birth August 1990 Appointed on 10 September 1991 Resigned on 9 December 1991 . Mr Mark Semmence Appointed Headmaster at Repton School | News | Repton School The Governors of Repton School are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Mark Semmence as the school's 36th Headmaster. [10][161], In May 2016, the school made defibrillators on its site available to the local community. [22], In 1924, George Gilbert Stocks, a director of music at the school, set the hymn Dear Lord and Father of Mankind to the tune Repton for use in the school's chapel. John joined the school in September 1991 and was tasked with merging Tilery Infants and Tilery Juniors, which became Tilery Primary School. It would bring to four the number of employees or former employees of the top public school who have had accusations made against them. The Brothers. A spokesman has said that the school "takes seriously any allegations regarding staff conduct and has robust safeguarding procedures in place to protect the safety and welfare of our pupils". 'I agree with the panel that the conduct on the part of Mr Mitchell amounted to a gross error of judgment on one day. [35] Jeremy Clarkson attended the school, later noting that he had suffered extreme hazing by other students, including being plunged into an ice pool and having his trousers cut in half. Repton School Life's Tweets. The school is also thought to have considered any risk to pupils and legal advice suggesting dismissal would be unlawful. [80], The school also has an on-site tuck shop called 'The Grubber'. The headteacher of the prestigious Repton School is leaving to take up a new role. Repton said it was profoundly sorry for failing to protect his victims, adding any former pupils looking to contact the institution will be taken extremely seriously. [74] There is an annual Plowright lecture, with the 2020 lecture being on serial killers. The St. Martin de Porres Marianist . Bloody hell. Simon Clague, 55, worked at fee-paying Repton School in the 1990s and admitted charges of indecent . It is understood Repton felt the allegations to which she referred were unsubstantiated rumours that had been fully investigated. Situated in The Cross, the School was staffed by the Headmaster B.W. [17], 1,912 former pupils of the school served in the First World War, of whom 355 died in service. At the time, the school considered that this tended to "undermin[e] the authority of the teachers by encouraging the pupils to ask questions." [138] Two months later a chemical spillage at the school's sports centre resulted in nine individuals needing precautionary treatment, as a result of a chlorine leak. MAKE an ENQUIRY. The physics teachertold the panel the pupil had been acting in a flirtatious manner in the car. Do you hate foreplay? Sign up to Teesside Live's newsletter here. Discipline at Repton was maintained by the senior boys, in particular prefects known as "boazers". Alastair Land will leave in April 2019 to become the new headmaster at the independent Harrow School in. [6], Buildings at the site of Repton Priory were granted for the school in 1559 by Gilbert Thacker. As he so often quoted Nothing is ever black and white, but one thing is certain - over the past 30 years John Repton has been a hugely positive influence in the lives of hundreds of children and their families, and many teachers and staff members. It was dissolved in 1538. In the independent sector, particularly in co-educational boarding schools, it's important that we develop and challenge "the whole person". 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