Beech Hall School’s Six-Figure Channel Swim

Six inspirational pupils from Beech Hall School have successfully completed a relay swim of the English Channel.

They accomplished the feat in record time for the Tytherington-based school and taking the fundraising total over £105,000 for learning disability charity Mencap.

The young swimmers formed the eighth team from the school to take on the challenge, three of which participated in the arduous task for the very first time. Adversity presented itself in several ways for the young squad, including a swarm of jellyfish which accosted the pupils; the determined group pulled through to accomplish the incredible feat of determination as they swam the vast length from the South Coast of England to the shores of France, finishing the relay in an admirable time of 11 hours and 48 minutes.

Notably, in addition to the obstacles faced, the team beat the school’s previous record by six minutes in an inspirational show of resilience, grit and teamwork.

Beech Hall School Headmaster James Allen, commented on the achievement. He said:

“It is truly outstanding what our pupils have accomplished. They have spent many dedicated months training for the Channel swim, utilising our outdoor swimming pool here at Beech Hall and several open water swimming spots across the country, adapting and acclimatising to varying conditions. Our pupils have showcased remarkable resilience and mental strength working to achieve this extraordinary goal and I am incredibly inspired by each and every one of them.”

About Beech Hall

Beech Hall School is a non-selective independent school for children aged 6 months to 18 years. It is situated in a beautiful sixteen-acre site on the edge of the Peak District, housing two listed buildings, playing fields and a swimming pool.

The school is committed to providing a child-centred approach to education. Small classes and a focus on the individual mean that quality teaching and learning leads to success. Opportunities beyond the curriculum are just as important as those in the classroom at the school, seeking to provide a truly unique curriculum for every child. A balanced focus on academic attainment, sporting opportunities, emphasising individual strengths and celebrating traditional values are at the core of everything that is important to Beech Hall.

To find out more about Beech Hall visit: 

www.beechhallschool.org