Duke of Kent School

On Monday 5th July, both pupils and staff were very proud to welcome Olympic Gold gymnast and twice World Champion Beth Tweddle to the School. Beth, who will be representing Team GB in the 2012 Olympics, was visiting as part of the ‘Sports for Schools’ initiative, which aims to inspire children to get involved with sport and raise awareness about fitness. In addition, funds raised through sponsored activities provide money for charitable events and helps to fund the training of young athletes as they prepare for the 2012 Olympic Games.After an inspirational talk about her career, which began when she was 7 years old at the Crewe and Nantwich Gymnastics Club, Beth answered questions from the pupils. The sponsored activity session followed, in which the children took part in a series of fitness challenges encouraged by Beth. There was a fantastic atmosphere in the Sports Hall with all year groups helping each other.Thanks to Beth and the ‘Sports for Schools’ initiative, the children had an experience that they will remember for a very long time.