Atkinson and Clarke Educational Foundation

The Atkinson and Clarke Educational Foundation is designed to promote educational opportunities for young people living in the Parish Council areas of Patrick Brompton and Newton-Le Willows. It was established in 1930 and combines the Foundations of Samuel Atkinson, founded in 1707, Samuel Clarke, founded in 1707, and William Atkinson, founded in 1845.

Date of the trustees' next meeting:- 22/9/2025

Trustees:-
Valerie Nelson (Chair)
Rev. Chris Lawton Ex Officio
Bridgette Ormston (Treasurer)
Nick Delaney (representative nominated by PBPC)
Rob Pulham (Newton-le-Willows Parish Council Representative)
David Peach

The trustees are responsible for giving financial assistance for educational purposes.
They meet four times a year and applications must be received by the Treasurer by the 20th January, 10th May, 10th September and 10th November in any year.

Applications forms for financial support from the Foundation can be requested from the Treasurer:-
Mrs B. Ormston
Wardell House
Patrick Brompton
Bedale
DL8 1JU
Tel 07496004084
All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.

The Schoolroom in Patrick Brompton

The Foundation also owns the Old Schoolroom in Patrick Brompton.

The building can be hired for all events by individuals or the community at a very reasonable rate of £7 per hour.
It has a small kitchen with a microwave, and crockery/cutlery, along with modern toilet facilities, and a number of tables and chairs.It can accommodate up to 55 people. WiFi access is available. A portable assisted access ramp is also available.

For Bookings contact, Rob Pulham telephone no 07483 231 969
email [email protected]

The building closed as a school in September 1922. The Headteacher at the time of closure was Miss Maude Atkin Following closure, the children transferred to the primary schools at Newton Le Willows and Constable Burton, both now closed.

PUPILS AND TEACHER,MAUDE ATKINS, AT THE CLOSURE OF THE SCHOOL