The Bishop of Brentwood, the Right Reverend Alan Williams was the guest of honour today, February 3, when he came to officially open the new 6th Form building at St Bonaventure’s.
The special visit saw him blessing the new standalone building on Lancaster Road after having a tour of the new facilities. He was joined by other guests including Parish Priest of St Antony’s, Father John Moloney, Governors and friends of the St Bonaventure’s community and people involved with the school.
Starting with a ribbon cutting to officially open the building, the Bishop met with the Headboy and Headgirl of the 6th Form, Nathan and Balquis spoke about the fantastic new two-storey space that includes a classroom, study area with computer suites, social space and meeting room.
It will be a dynamic centre for post 16 learning and will support students aspirations, achievements and progression. Everyone at St Bon’s is very excited about the new facilities.
The Headteacher, Paul Halliwell, added: “The Bishop also blessed the new Cardinal Manning Hall which has been refurbished recently and the visit went really well I am so pleased our students will benefit from the new additions. The Bishop seemed to be really impressed and 2017 promises to be a great year for St Bonaventure’s as we also celebrate 140 years of education in Forest Gate. Our newest building is a fantastic new addition to our school and I know the students will love it.”
Students will move in to the new premises next week.
