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There has been a number of noteworthy occurrences since January; the most important of which being the appointment of our next Headmaster, the 32nd incumbent of this post. Mr. James Davies is presently Deputy Head (pastoral) at The King’s School in Tynemouth. We are delighted that Mr. Davies is already taking a very active interest in St. Bees and we are certain that the school will benefit hugely from his boundless enthusiasm.

We have also been delighted at the commitment and support shown to us by notable OSBs, Dr. William Frankland, Mr. Rowan Atkinson and Mr. Stuart Lancaster. It is of great pride to us that these eminent gentlemen have offered their “alma mater” their patronage in recent months. It is a reminder that St. Bees School is a very special place, nurturing singular individuals.
In May, the school and the village came together to celebrate the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee with an afternoon of music. This was a precursor of a packed programme of events which took place in the village over the holiday weekend culminating in a ‘Royal Variety Show’ and tea party in the Memorial Hall.

Our students have also had notable successes. In April, our ladies’ choir, Gaudeamus, received a wonderful compliment when they were invited to sing at evensong in Durham Cathedral. Anyone who has visited the Cathedral will know what a magnificent building it is, and for a small choir of fifteen voices to be able to fill a vast space with such a beautiful and pure sound was a very special achievement. I am pleased to report that they now have a booking for St. Paul’s Cathedral, London, in April 2013!

On the sporting front what can be better than carrying the Olympic torch? Tom Wright, a fourth form pupil who has been at St. Bees since September, was chosen to carry the torch on Thursday the 21st of June through Ambleside. This wonderful opportunity had been presented to Tom in recognition of his fundraising work for the Leukaemia and Lymphoma Research Charity.

More great news stories are published on our school website and in our termly school newsletter and to find out more,
tap into: www.st-bees-school.org.

Finally, don’t forget that we now have a Twitter page (@StBeesSchool) and a St. Bees School Facebook page.
These have been created for your use to help you keep in touch with school events and news.

Diary Date: St. Bees School Ball

For information, the next Ball will take place in May/June 2013.
Further details will be available nearer the time.