School Summary
Bethany School
Girls: 115
Total Pupils: 357
Opened: 06-11-1951
Ofsted:
Headteacher: Francie Healy
Bethany School
Goudhurst
Cranbrook
Kent
TN17 1LB
Telephone: 01580211273
Website: http://www.bethanyschool.org.uk
Headteacher: Francie Healy
Bethany School
Goudhurst
Cranbrook
Kent
TN17 1LB
Telephone: 01580211273
Website: http://www.bethanyschool.org.uk
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Hated the 2 years I spent at the school from 2014-2016. The food was horrible and the students where very close minded. Also because it was previously a school for boys, very few girls attended the school. In addition they would claim they are very culturally diverse if they had one student from a different country but the school was filled with mostly British people.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Anita Wab","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/117969498921211930209\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/AD_cMMTsk6cJqWFPLAKpCaXMxMQ_PUQhdu-dwlTjSEMZnyhJvIE=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2022-05-17T11:58:50Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"2 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"I was at Bethany school from 2008-2011 after leaving a local secondary. I then, after my GSCEs, left to go to Bennett Memorial in Tunbridge Wells. After my time in education I can say that across all 5 schools I went to, Bethany was the most enjoyable to be at. I made friends for life and got the best grades I had ever achieved thanks to the dedicated support from the teachers. The mix of sports and science lessons was my personal favourite, and at 25 now I can safely say I miss the opportunity we had to run around and be creative in all parts of the day. I think I came out of the school much more well rounded having found \u00e2\u0080\u0098my people\u00e2\u0080\u0099, and much more confident in myself after having come from a very competitive secondary. Couldn\u00e2\u0080\u0099t recommend it higher!","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"I was at Bethany school from 2008-2011 after leaving a local secondary. I then, after my GSCEs, left to go to Bennett Memorial in Tunbridge Wells. After my time in education I can say that across all 5 schools I went to, Bethany was the most enjoyable to be at. I made friends for life and got the best grades I had ever achieved thanks to the dedicated support from the teachers. The mix of sports and science lessons was my personal favourite, and at 25 now I can safely say I miss the opportunity we had to run around and be creative in all parts of the day. I think I came out of the school much more well rounded having found \u00e2\u0080\u0098my people\u00e2\u0080\u0099, and much more confident in myself after having come from a very competitive secondary. Couldn\u00e2\u0080\u0099t recommend it higher!","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Lauren Clark","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/105228216420724828428\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/AD_cMMS_DpwJgf1jWKpQMRL7tF7iMf_2XZSyXUdTt4BZIWdstQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2021-05-18T10:02:22Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"2 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"I attended Bethany from 2008 - 2014 approximately, and have to say I couldn't have found a better school if I tried. Attached is a photo from our prefect training when i was in six form, as you can see we are all in high ropes gear because not only does the school have the \"regular\" facilities you'd expect (learning classrooms, outdoor pool, break areas, sports facilities, on site gym etc etc etc) but it also has a high ropes course!! - This place respects each person as an individual, not as a collective, which helps each person shine in their own respect both inside and outside of the classroom. If you want to talk future prospects, i can tell you from my year alone at least 4 of the people i keep in regular contact with have gone on to start succesful businesses. 1 that i know of has the highest level of security clearance in the land (mentioning no names) and many more have gone on to do increadible things. This school was one of the best times of my life and it was amazing how many people who attended my wedding, i had met at Bethany. If you are considering a school for your year 7 or 9 or any age child, Bethany is honestly the one you should pick. you might be looking at other names that rhyme with Rutton Mallence, Pumbridge etc, but i have not had a single peer whom i have ever spoken to from those schools that would recommend them as highly as my friends and I recommend Bethany. The Headmaster (Mr. Healy) is always an ear to listen and a guidance to any new pupil who is looking to find themselves at the school, and he is assisted by the best teachers in the industry. \"Bethany\" is ancient greek (likely of Hebrew descent) meaning House of Welcome. The name chosen could not reflect the school more truly... all are welcome, all are respected and all are nurtured here... I wish you and your child the happiest of times at my old school... look after her!!!","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"I attended Bethany from 2008 - 2014 approximately, and have to say I couldn't have found a better school if I tried. Attached is a photo from our prefect training when i was in six form, as you can see we are all in high ropes gear because not only does the school have the \"regular\" facilities you'd expect (learning classrooms, outdoor pool, break areas, sports facilities, on site gym etc etc etc) but it also has a high ropes course!! - This place respects each person as an individual, not as a collective, which helps each person shine in their own respect both inside and outside of the classroom. If you want to talk future prospects, i can tell you from my year alone at least 4 of the people i keep in regular contact with have gone on to start succesful businesses. 1 that i know of has the highest level of security clearance in the land (mentioning no names) and many more have gone on to do increadible things. This school was one of the best times of my life and it was amazing how many people who attended my wedding, i had met at Bethany. If you are considering a school for your year 7 or 9 or any age child, Bethany is honestly the one you should pick. you might be looking at other names that rhyme with Rutton Mallence, Pumbridge etc, but i have not had a single peer whom i have ever spoken to from those schools that would recommend them as highly as my friends and I recommend Bethany. The Headmaster (Mr. Healy) is always an ear to listen and a guidance to any new pupil who is looking to find themselves at the school, and he is assisted by the best teachers in the industry. \"Bethany\" is ancient greek (likely of Hebrew descent) meaning House of Welcome. The name chosen could not reflect the school more truly... all are welcome, all are respected and all are nurtured here... I wish you and your child the happiest of times at my old school... look after her!!!","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Luke Blaney","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/104391335289390001378\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/AD_cMMS-DHaNfZniiXnuEuAjmYM7prb6PjAC9yzZx4kBYYmKqxU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2021-05-17T21:37:47Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"8 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"I left after 7 years at Bethany having achieved a lot more than I thought I ever would. There is more to Bethany than exam results; the extra-curricular opportunities the school offers are also brilliant. The facilities are great and are always improving, the staff are always more than willing to help, and the care and attention you get as an individual is outstanding.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"I left after 7 years at Bethany having achieved a lot more than I thought I ever would. There is more to Bethany than exam results; the extra-curricular opportunities the school offers are also brilliant. The facilities are great and are always improving, the staff are always more than willing to help, and the care and attention you get as an individual is outstanding.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Alice 1996","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/104055425467545906052\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/AAcHTtefUrjU-2x-KC29DHrY9bZktspqlBe6oAKTRlHI0B1Z=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2014-11-30T22:26:51Z"}]
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I made friends for life and got the best grades I had ever achieved thanks to the dedicated support from the teachers. The mix of sports and science lessons was my personal favourite, and at 25 now I can safely say I miss the opportunity we had to run around and be creative in all parts of the day. I think I came out of the school much more well rounded having found \u00e2\u0080\u0098my people\u00e2\u0080\u0099, and much more confident in myself after having come from a very competitive secondary. Couldn\u00e2\u0080\u0099t recommend it higher!","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Lauren Clark","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/105228216420724828428\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/AD_cMMS_DpwJgf1jWKpQMRL7tF7iMf_2XZSyXUdTt4BZIWdstQ=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2021-05-18T10:02:22Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"2 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"I attended Bethany from 2008 - 2014 approximately, and have to say I couldn't have found a better school if I tried. Attached is a photo from our prefect training when i was in six form, as you can see we are all in high ropes gear because not only does the school have the \"regular\" facilities you'd expect (learning classrooms, outdoor pool, break areas, sports facilities, on site gym etc etc etc) but it also has a high ropes course!! - This place respects each person as an individual, not as a collective, which helps each person shine in their own respect both inside and outside of the classroom. If you want to talk future prospects, i can tell you from my year alone at least 4 of the people i keep in regular contact with have gone on to start succesful businesses. 1 that i know of has the highest level of security clearance in the land (mentioning no names) and many more have gone on to do increadible things. This school was one of the best times of my life and it was amazing how many people who attended my wedding, i had met at Bethany. If you are considering a school for your year 7 or 9 or any age child, Bethany is honestly the one you should pick. you might be looking at other names that rhyme with Rutton Mallence, Pumbridge etc, but i have not had a single peer whom i have ever spoken to from those schools that would recommend them as highly as my friends and I recommend Bethany. The Headmaster (Mr. Healy) is always an ear to listen and a guidance to any new pupil who is looking to find themselves at the school, and he is assisted by the best teachers in the industry. \"Bethany\" is ancient greek (likely of Hebrew descent) meaning House of Welcome. The name chosen could not reflect the school more truly... all are welcome, all are respected and all are nurtured here... I wish you and your child the happiest of times at my old school... look after her!!!","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"I attended Bethany from 2008 - 2014 approximately, and have to say I couldn't have found a better school if I tried. Attached is a photo from our prefect training when i was in six form, as you can see we are all in high ropes gear because not only does the school have the \"regular\" facilities you'd expect (learning classrooms, outdoor pool, break areas, sports facilities, on site gym etc etc etc) but it also has a high ropes course!! - This place respects each person as an individual, not as a collective, which helps each person shine in their own respect both inside and outside of the classroom. If you want to talk future prospects, i can tell you from my year alone at least 4 of the people i keep in regular contact with have gone on to start succesful businesses. 1 that i know of has the highest level of security clearance in the land (mentioning no names) and many more have gone on to do increadible things. This school was one of the best times of my life and it was amazing how many people who attended my wedding, i had met at Bethany. If you are considering a school for your year 7 or 9 or any age child, Bethany is honestly the one you should pick. you might be looking at other names that rhyme with Rutton Mallence, Pumbridge etc, but i have not had a single peer whom i have ever spoken to from those schools that would recommend them as highly as my friends and I recommend Bethany. The Headmaster (Mr. Healy) is always an ear to listen and a guidance to any new pupil who is looking to find themselves at the school, and he is assisted by the best teachers in the industry. \"Bethany\" is ancient greek (likely of Hebrew descent) meaning House of Welcome. The name chosen could not reflect the school more truly... all are welcome, all are respected and all are nurtured here... I wish you and your child the happiest of times at my old school... look after her!!!","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Luke Blaney","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/104391335289390001378\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a-\/AD_cMMS-DHaNfZniiXnuEuAjmYM7prb6PjAC9yzZx4kBYYmKqxU=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2021-05-17T21:37:47Z"},{"relativePublishTimeDescription":"8 years ago","rating":5,"text":{"text":"I left after 7 years at Bethany having achieved a lot more than I thought I ever would. There is more to Bethany than exam results; the extra-curricular opportunities the school offers are also brilliant. The facilities are great and are always improving, the staff are always more than willing to help, and the care and attention you get as an individual is outstanding.","languageCode":"en"},"originalText":{"text":"I left after 7 years at Bethany having achieved a lot more than I thought I ever would. There is more to Bethany than exam results; the extra-curricular opportunities the school offers are also brilliant. The facilities are great and are always improving, the staff are always more than willing to help, and the care and attention you get as an individual is outstanding.","languageCode":"en"},"authorAttribution":{"displayName":"Alice 1996","uri":"https:\/\/www.google.com\/maps\/contrib\/104055425467545906052\/reviews","photoUri":"https:\/\/lh3.googleusercontent.com\/a\/AAcHTtefUrjU-2x-KC29DHrY9bZktspqlBe6oAKTRlHI0B1Z=s128-c0x00000000-cc-rp-mo"},"publishTime":"2014-11-30T22:26:51Z"}]