A six-classroom extension to The Crypt School could soon become reality after planning permission was granted by Gloucester City Council.
The project is the latest in a line of expansions for the Podsmead grammar school in the last 15 years, including a Sixth Form Learning Resource Centre and new-build engineering block.
Elevations of the new block. Picture: Quattro Design Architects
Drawn up by Gloucester Quays-based Quattro Design Architects, the plans will provide replacement accommodation and facilities in a previously under-utilised area of the school.
The new single-storey teaching facility will offer six matching 56.5 metre square classrooms running from a central corridor, alongside four toilets and associated storage space.
Established in 1539, the school serves the city of Gloucester and the surrounding areas and is said to be ‘noted for high levels of achievement with a strong emphasis on science’.
While reinforcing that “there is no increase in staff or pupil numbers as part of this development”, the school said the project will allow for “an improved learning environment for the students connected to the main school building”.
The proposed site of the new block, outlined in red. Picture: Quattro Design Architects
A planning statement added that: “These additions have provided wonderful new facilities, but the fundamental 1940s core of the school remains inappropriate for modern teaching due to undersized teaching spaces.”
Floor plan of the new block. Picture: Quattro Design Architects
https://www.punchline-gloucester.com/articles/aanews/plans-approved-for-secondary-school-expansion
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30th March, 2020
THE CRYPT SCHOOL
Dear Old Cryptians,
As you all may know, the School was closed on Friday, 23rd March due to the coronavirus epidemic and the need to limit each person’s social contact with others.
In the run up to the closure, the School had undertaken a significant amount of preparatory work to prepare for such an eventuality, which was frankly looking increasing likely as the days wore on. Therefore, when the order to close came, we were quickly able to implement our plans to move to remote teaching and learning.
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Find out what’s coming up at Discover DeCrypt
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A few thoughts and recollections as I near the end of the first half of my term as president of the OCC – it seems like the time has flown by.
This is available (with pictures!) as a pdf download from here – Christmas Update
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Old Cryptians’ Club eNews October 2019
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The School would like to warmly invite Old Cryptians to the
Annual Remembrance Service on Monday, 11 November at 10.30am
If anyone is interested in attending, please could they email swales@crypt.gloucs.sch.uk and arrive at the school for 10.15am
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The 2019 London Old Cryptians’ Club Annual Dinner
Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese, 145 Fleet Street, LONDON, EC4A 2BU
Saturday 16 November from 6.00pm
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On behalf of the Committee of the London Old Cryptians’ Club, I would like to invite you to:
The 2019 London Old Cryptians’ Club Annual Dinner
Ye Olde Cheshire Cheese,
145 Fleet Street
LONDON, EC4A 2BU
Saturday, 16th November, from 6pm
RSVP: Friday 27th October.
The cost of the meal will be £32 inc £1 annual membership of the London Old Cryptians’ Club.
If you would like to attend then please:
Option 1: Bank Transfer (preferred)
- 1. Please email John Rose
- Include Your name, years at the school, vegetarian preference and how you have paid.
- Make payment by bank transfer – details below
Bank: Lloyds
Sort code: 30-95-74
Account number: 01002236
Reference: YOUR SURNAME
Option 2. Cheque
As above, but send cheque to:
Andrew Prosser
The Penthouse
William House
45 Bury Fields
GUILDFORD
GU2 4AZ
Option 3. Eventbrite
Online registration
We look forward to welcoming you on the evening.
Please do forward to any OCs you think would be interesting in attending.
We look forward to welcoming you on the evening.
Thank you
John
John Rose (1982-89)
Chairman, London Old Cryptians
07818 442 772
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For many years, the Old Cryptians’ Club has collected membership fees paid by cheque or Standing Order. Whilst this has mostly worked well in the past, the administrative burden is proving difficult to justify.
To that end, we would like all members to set up a Direct Debit on line. We have chosen an online direct debit system from GoCardless to provide best value for the club. The system is fully compliant with the banking direct debit system and offers full protection under the Direct Debit Guarantee.
Signing up now (and remembering to cancel your standing order) will help us, although there is no requirement to just yet. No money will be taken from your account until 7th January.
Over the next few months, information will be sent out to all members, so please look out for the emails – we’ll not flood your inbox!
The link to sign up is https://pay.gocardless.com/AL0004BZ348YFW
We’d be happy to receive any feedback – please email webmaster@oldcryptians.org with any questions.
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Richard Browning from the OCC Committee attended the annual Leavers Party on a superb evening which was held outside the new cricket pavilion.
Apart from live music and refreshments including a hog roast dinner, the proceedings were in the capable hands of headmaster Nick Dyer who was ably supported by Sue Wales.
Most people present appeared to represent the Crypt School PTA who are so supportive of the school and raise considerable funds which cover the valuable extras enabling the school to continue to provide excellent all round experience for the pupils.
It was good to hear more about the school rugby tour to SouthAfrica which is happening soon and the recent visit to the school of the Gloucester Rugby head coach Johan Akkerman and Nick’s speech was very supportive of the role of Old Cryptians, including the annual awards to students provided by the Bursary. The committee plan to provide more representation at next years event.
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So says Reach plc who publish the esteemed Gloucestershire Live portal. Something we have all known for many years.
Read the full article here. There will be adverts, pop ups and general annoyance.
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