The King's School, Chester, a private school in Chester, England. It is one of seven schools established, or in some cases re-endowed and renamed, by King Henry VIII in 1541 during the Dissolution of the Monasteries for the education of 'poor friendless boys'.
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| Type | Independent co-educational primary, secondary and sixth form |
| Motto | Rex dedit, benedicat deus |
| Established | 1541 AD |
| Founder | King Henry VIII |
| Headmaster | Mr T J Turvey |
| Grades | Years 3 to 13 |
| Enrolment | just over 900 |
| Campus | Suburban |
| Colour(s) | Green, blue and white |
| Affiliations | Church of England |
| Website | www.kingschester.co.uk |
Summary
The Kings School Chester has about 800 pupils, from 7 to 18 years old. Once part of Chester Cathedral, the school moved to its present site on the Wrexham Road in 1960. A sex school for much of its history, it has been fully co-educational since September 2004.
Its current headmaster is Tim Turvey, a biologist, who was appointed in 2000 having served as headmaster of Hulme Grammar School. His predecessor was Roger Wickson, a classicist, who presided over the school for nineteen years between 1981 and 2000 having taught at several public schools throughout southern England. Tim Turvey has recently announced his retirement at the end of the next school year - the consequence of an contractually enforced retirement age of sixty.
Notable old boys of the school include talkSPORT presenter Mike Parry and mathematician and ex-puzzle writer for New Scientist Rob Eastaway and Randolph Caldecott.
Development
The school is currently going through a period of development, in which many new facilties are being built.
Completed Development
- All-weather outdoor sports pitch
- Expansion to the Art and Design Technology departments
- Four new general purpouse classrooms for the Junior School
- Two specialist classrooms for the Junior School
- New Tennis/Netball courts
- More land acquired for football pitches
- Additional toilets and changing facilities
- A new classroom for the Senior School
- New medical centre
- New music school
Future Developments
- Regular Drug-screening suites for the current 5th form
- Improved facilities for a larger Sixth Form
- Improved facilities for girls at the rowing club.
- Improved catering facilities
- Fitness Suite
- Facilities for teaching drama, which have been delayed multiple times
ISFA Cup
The school beat hot favourites Millfield School (2-1) in the 2005-2006 ISFA Cup national soccer tournament final and are currently the Boodles ISFA National Champions. Millfield took the lead early on however King's equalised 15 minutes later through Jack Minshaw. The score at half time was 1-1. Five minutes into the second half Minshaw scored again to give King's a 2-1 lead which they held onto until the final whistle.
Many officials from the professional game were involved in some capacity, including
- Referee Steve Bennett
- Linesman Matt Messias and Mike Riley
- Chief executive of The FA Brian Barwick presented the trophy
King's defeated Bolton School 2-0 in the semi-final, and Bury Grammar School 2-1 in the quarter final round. The soccer team is managed by English teacher Roy Wheeler along with ex-Everton and Wales star and TV-commentator Barry Horne. The final was hosted by Leicester City FC, and took place at Leicester City's ground, the Walker's Stadium, on Monday 20th March 2006.
King's began their title defence at home to Highgate School. However they lost 2-4 with Liam West and Nick Hardie scoring for King's.
Subjects
The following subjects are taught at the school:
At GCSE & A-Level:
- Mathematics
- English Literature and Language
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Physics
- French
- German
- Spanish
- Latin
- History
- Geography
- Religious Studies
- Music
- Art
- Business Studies
At AS & A2 Level Only:
Notable teachers
- Paul Shannon - Head of Modern Languages and Renowned Train Enthusiast/Writer
- Barry Horne - Director of Football / Chemistry and Former Everton F.C. Midfielder
- Timothy Heavisides - Head of English and Acclaimed Muscian/Novelist
- Barry Lewis - Convicted of child pornography charges Article
Combined Cadet Force
The King's School's CCF is a contingent within the Combined Cadet Force of the Ministry of Defence in the United Kingdom, originally formed during the First World War. It consists of the mandatory Army Section, with an additional RAF Section. Its nominal role currently includes approximately 130 cadets.
The contingent is well renowned as one of the best in the country, with an excellent record for both individual cadet and section achievements.
Contingent Headquarters
Contingent Commander: Sqn Ldr K L Shapland RAFVR(T)
OC Army Section: Capt A Joseph BEM
OC RAF Section: Flt Lt P Robins RAFVR(T)
Officers of the Army Section: Lt D Joseph, 2nd Lt M Lee
Officers of the RAF Section: Plt Off R Parry RAFVR(T), Plt Off G Shapland RAFVR(T)
SNCO Army Section: RSM W Wilson-Theaker
SNCO RAF Section: Sgts Pranav Khamar & Lewis Croft
Past Contingent Commanders
2005 - Present: Sqn Ldr K L Shapland RAFVR(T)
2004 - 2005: Maj I Kelly
1979 - 2004: Wg Cdr B Ball RAFVR(T)
Section Commanders - Army
2006 - 2007: RSM William Wilson-Theaker
2005 - 2006: RSM Clement Barber
2004 - 2005: RSM Nick Wilcox
2003 - 2004: Sgt Nick Wilcox
2002 - 2003: RSM Jim Bligh
2001 - 2002: RSM Jamie Wignall
2000 - 2001: RSM Chris Whittaker
1999 - 2000: RSM Tom Storrar
Past Section Commanders - RAF
2006 - 2007 Sgts Lewis Croft & Pranav Khamar
2005 - 2006: CWO Aaron Ferguson
2004 - 2005: CWO Gareth Probert
2003 - 2004: CWO Richard Sawyer
2002 - 2003: FS Richard Sawyer
Individual Achievements
Geoffrey DeHavilland Flying Foundation Medal for Achievement - CWO Aaron Ferguson (2006), CWO Richard Sawyer (2004)
Certificate of Outstanding Service - CWO Aaron Ferguson (2006), CWO Gareth Probert (2005), CWO Richard Sawyer (2004)
International Air Cadet Exchange Placement - CWO Aaron Ferguson (Israel - 2006), CWO Richard Sawyer (UK Escort - 2004)
Army Officer Scholarships - RSM Clement Barber (2006), RSM Nick Wilcox (2005)
RAF Flying Scholarships - Flt Sgt Adam James (2005)
Royal Navy Special Flying Awards - CWO Aaron Ferguson (Powered - 2005)
Contingent Achievements
2005 - Welbeck Pentathalon Competition | Jnr Team 1st Place, Snr Team 2nd Place
2003 - Welbeck Pentathlon Competition | Snr Team 1st Place, Jnr Team 2nd Place
2002 - Welbeck Pentathlon Competition | Jnr Team 1st Place
Several wins of the 'Cheshire Cup' over several years
Numerous Gliding Sholarships, Leadership & Personal achievements have been gained.
History of the Contingent
The contingent was formed from the former ACF in 1979/1980 when an RAF section was added.