King Edward's forms Honour Guard for Queen
The Queen and Prince Philip attended a service of thanksgiving on Wednesday 28th November 2007 at St Bride's Church to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the rededication of the Church. St Bride's was completely destroyed during the Second World War blitz of London.
"On arrival the royal couple were met by the Lord Mayor of London before walking a route lined with pupils and staff From King Edward's, Witley and Hackney Church of England School".
Ten Sixth Form pupils plus the Head Girl and Head Boy had the honour of attending the service and forming the guard of honour and the Head Boy and Head Girl played a significant role in the ceremony as wand bearers for The Guild of St. Bride's.
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The links between St Bride's and King Edward's School were mentioned both in the address by Canon Meara as well as in the prayers used during the service. St Bride's Church is very close to the site of the former Bridewell Palace, where King Edward's School was founded in 1553. As well as being the Church for the press and newspaper industry, it is also the location for the School's annual foundation service. The close links between St Bride's and King Edward's have been long established and the Head Boy and Girl are both honorary members of the Guild of St Bride's and several times during the year they attend services to carry out their duties. The School Chaplain as a Chaplain to the Guild was introduced to Her Majesty at a reception after the service; he was asked to explain the link between the Church and the School.
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The Sixth Formers, who represented King Edward's reflected the international flavour of the school and were from Great Britain, Australia, China, Croatia, The Falkland Islands, Germany and Hong Kong. These were Stela, Rosalind, Olivia, Sandra, Elvira, Kang Hao, David, George, Jack, Anja, Ben and Rebecca.
The event was greatly enjoyed by all who attended and everyone will have special memories of the service and of meeting the Queen.
