[114], The school's motto, Porta Vacat Culpa ("the gate is free from blame"), is a quotation from Ovid's Fasti. Former pupils include Jeremy Clarkson, the author Roald Dahl and Derbyshire actor Tom Chambers. He later stated that he "couldn't get over it" and has "never got over it. MAKE an ENQUIRY. [39], In the 1980s, Chris Adams was at the school and subsequently observed, "The ingrained hierarchy whereby the older boys would subject the younger pupils to a lot of misery through the system of fagging. 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. What safeguards have the school in place to ensure this doesnt happen again? [80], The school also has an on-site tuck shop called 'The Grubber'. [11], Geoffrey Fisher became headmaster in 1914. [58], In 2013, six former pupils played together in an international hockey match. About Repton School. "Over the next 12 months Mr Land will continue to lead Repton School with his customary vigour and determination. After dissolution, the Thacker family lived at the priory until 1553. John joined the school in September 1991 and was tasked with merging Tilery Infants and Tilery Juniors, which became Tilery Primary School. Repton and Repton Prep have always enjoyed a very close relationship and in 2020, the schools became a through-school with the aim of securing the very best pupil outcomes. 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. Also the Headmaster was a VERY hypocritical person, he would always preach about God and forgiviness of sins and mercy, but then he would cane the pupils at Repton if they did anything bad.. And an unrelated allegation has been made to the police against another member of staff, it is believed. We use your sign-up to provide content in the ways you've consented to and improve our understanding of you. How could a teacher be able to abuse multiple girls without suspicion at Repton during the 90s? Media. John has dedicated most of his life to Tilery Primary School, he is passionate about the children and will do anything in his power to help the children succeed and give them every opportunity possible. A National College of Teaching and Leadership (NCTL) disciplinary panel in Coventry has now banned him from teaching for a minimum of two years, after finding him guilty ofunacceptable professional conduct. Notable alumni, also known as "Old Reptonians", include C. B. Fry, Jeremy Clarkson, Roald Dahl, Adrian Newey, and Michael Ramsey. Are Derbyshire police investigating any other alleged incidents of abuse of underage girls at Repton in the 90s. 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. [89][90], Only parts of the original buildings remained when the school was established. He will be dearly missed by students and staff at Tilery Primary School. See for yourself by trying this new quiz devised by cardiologists 'They told me anyone wearing Trump has to go now': Ron DeSantis book signing event in Florida turns ugly when security guard is ordered to boot pro-Donald supporters - as tension between Republican rivals escalates, Another close call! [107] Shortly after, St Wystan's School joined the Repton group of schools. The Derby Telegraph reported last month that an investigation had been launched involving a staff member who is now on indefinite leave. 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As a farewell gift to him, the children have put together a special performance that will be recorded and John will be given the video as a memento. Primary school bans children from playing 'tag' claiming some have become upset during traditional break time game, Teacher, 48, who was abused and raped by her step-father from the age of four finally forgives her mother who stood by him, Bloody hell. Nagl has become a lightning rod of controversy since August 11, when an open letter . [6], Buildings at the site of Repton Priory were granted for the school in 1559 by Gilbert Thacker. 'Mr Mitchell was suspended from all duties whilst the case was investigated and he subsequently resigned.'. A married teacher who groped a 16-year-old schoolgirl at an elite private school has been banned from the classroom indefinitely. New Headmaster for Repton School 20 Jul 2018 Mr Semmence succeeds Mr Alastair Land who leaves Repton in March 2019 to take up the headship of Harrow School. Alastair Land is to end his time at Repton to take charge at Harrow, Never miss a story and read the latest headlines with our free email updates. A spokeswoman for the school said the "search for Repton's next headmaster has already begun". By 1957, the school was in better health: full with 470 pupils. [60] Repton's football team also won The 2018 ISFA Barry Burns Northern Eights Competition. [40], In the early 1980s, the old Sanatorium was converted into a Music School. With 1000 years of education history behind us, the traditional values of encouraging pupils to aim high whilst showing respect for all are still of utmost importance, however Repton is undoubtedly modern in terms of practice and outlook. [86], A regulatory compliance inspection took place in 2018 which found that the school met all of the minimums and associated requirements. John was never afraid of being an innovator, he always approached every new project with enthusiasm.. She said: Hes dedicated his whole life to the school. They formed a friendship which continued when they both at Corpus Christi College, Cambridge. [165], For the school of the same name in Dubai, see, Resignation of three governors over safeguarding, " he was ordered to take down his trousers and kneel on the headmaster's sofa with the top half of his body hanging over one end of the sofa. Each house was, as Dahl put it, "ruled by a boy of 17 or 18, who was the Head of House. [73], The school has been hosting a literary festival in October for some years. Is YOUR lifestyle good for your heart? Repton School fees: Boarding fees per term: 13,485 Day fees per term: 10,000 Scholarships & bursaries: Available ISC reference number: 34206 DfE reference number: 830 / 6001 Boys - age range & pupil numbers: Day: 13 to 18 (106) Boarding: 13 to 18 (248) Sixth form: (157) Girls - age range & pupil numbers: Day: 13 to 18 (95) Teacher Simon Clague preyed on three pupils, Our free email updates are the best way to get headlines direct to your inbox. [23], The writer Roald Dahl attended in the 1930s. Derbyshire Live asked the school, which charges 11,000 per term, how Clague, of The Pastures, Repton, was able to have sexual relationships with multiple underage girls without arousing suspicion during the 90s. 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 If you have any queries or require information, please contact any of the following people on the telephone number or email above. Mark is currently Headmaster of Mount Kelly, a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged between 3 - 18, a position he has held since September 2014. Repton has partnerships with John Port Spencer Academy, Etwall, and Repton Primary School.[97]. [30] The school owed 50,000 (around 3.5million at today's prices) and, in 1941, the Board of Education said its "future is doubtful". [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. [136], In 2014, Southern Derbyshire Magistrates' Court fined the school 10,000 following a guilty plea to a health and safety charge after an incident of negligence. You'll give me a coronary.'. Over the years, John has earned the respect of the community and worked alongside them, strengthening the bond and working tirelessly to provide opportunities and services for families, said Laura Provett, vice chair of governors. 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[14], In 1907, a gymnasium was added. The panel heard that the teacher was responsible with other staff for organising a social event at the school on the evening of December 6, 2014. Knew this one was coming. [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". 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