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Amery Hill Prom - sunshine, sparkles and sophistication

Posted on: July 5th 2016

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Amery Hill’s Year 11 students celebrated the end of their secondary school education with a sophisticated dinner and dance at The Barn at Bury Court, Bentley.  Everything was perfectly in place from the suits and the bow ties, the beautifully elegant dresses to the handbags, the heels and the make-up! The evening opened with an impressive array of transport for the traditional arrival at school including a vintage bus, sports cars, a campervan and roaring motorbikes. It was wonderful that so many members of the community came out to wish them well and make them feel special for the evening. Tutors (both past and present) and students enjoyed a reception in the wonderful surroundings and garden at Bury Court before sitting down to a delicious dinner followed by the presentation of awards and speeches. The evening was rounded off by plenty of photo opportunities and dancing. A fantastic night was had by all!

 

 

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