It is with great sadness that we share the news that the Beadle, Mike Holden, died on Wednesday.

Mike had been part of the King’s community since 2002, and was so often the first person visitors and families met when they came to King’s, giving them the warmest of welcomes. He was someone we all saw every day, always ready with a friendly word for everyone, and he took great pride in representing the school at events.

It was no surprise at all that pupils wanted photos with him on their last day just a few weeks ago.

Mike also supported his wife, Tanya, in her work as a pupil guardian for many families over the last 16 years. He was a constant presence, and a huge part of what makes King’s what it is. He will be hugely missed by all who knew him.

Our thoughts are with his wife Tanya, and with their family and close friends at this sad time.

Further details about how we will celebrate Mike’s life and his commitment to the school will follow in due course.