Climb aboard the Beesty Bus

Birches Head Academy is holding a fundraiser in memory of former pupil and trainee teacher, Matthew
Beeson. The event will take place on Friday July 25 at Baddeley Green Working Men's club and will help raise money for a new school minibus, already christened  the 'Beesty Bus'. 

The evening has been organised by the Beeson family and boasts an array of entertainment including a disco, raffle and Bodyshop stand selling popular products. There will also be a charity auction with items donated by local businesses. Amongst the items up for grabs is a microlight experience, tickets to Alton Towers and Emma Bridgewater pottery.  

Matt Beeson was a teaching assistant at Birches Head Academy until he was diagnosed with a rare form of Non-Hodgkins Lymphoma, sadly passing away in 2011, at only 28 years of age.

A great supporter of Birches Head Academy, Matt was particularly passionate about taking part in extracurricular projects, such as field trips and sporting events. However, he was less enamored with the school's minibus, which he affectionately nicknamed 'the bone shaker'.

With the Birches Head bone shaker's retirement long overdue, the school has been collecting donations to the Matthew Beeson minibus fund. The new minibus will be called the 'Beesty Bus' in dedication to bone shaker’s biggest fan.

"A reliable minibus is essential for a school, it allows the children to learn and take part in extra-curricular activities in stimulating environments away from the classroom," explained Karen Healey, head teacher at Birches Head Academy. "Matthew's family and I want to create a lasting legacy for the school and the wider community. We can think of no better way than dedicating the new minibus to a much-loved former pupil and member of staff."    

The doors open at 7:30pm and tickets can be purchased at the door on the night. The entrance price is £5 and under 14s are free of charge but must be accompanied by an adult.