Stopfordian 2010–2011 - Stockport Grammar School

The Stopfordian 2010–2011
STOCKPORT GRAMMAR JUNIOR SCHOOL
Mr L. Fairclough, B.A. Headmaster
Mr S. Milnes, B.A. Deputy Head
Mrs K. Horrocks, B.A., M.A. Director of Studies
Mrs C.A. Hampson, B.A. Foundation Stage Co-ordinator
Miss C.E. Peake, B.T.E.C., HND Ed. Nursery Manager
Mrs B. Cheyne
Headmaster’s Secretary
Mrs A. Worne
School Secretary
Miss C. Jones
After School Care
Miss J. Atkinson
Mrs N. Boothroyd N.N.E.B.
Mrs H. C Carroll B.Ed.
Mrs C. Chadwick B.T.E.C.
Mrs R. Cole, B.A.
Mrs S. Coombes B.Sc.
Miss N. Day B.Sc.
Miss N. Dunkerley
Mrs J. Farmer B.Sc.
Mrs C. Flaherty NVQ Level 3
Miss M. Gay N.N.E.B.
Mrs L. Gilmour N.N.E.B.
Mrs L. Hardy B.Ed.
Mrs N. Hurst B.Ed.
Mrs A. Hutchinson N.N.E.B
Mrs V. Hutchinson B.A.
Mrs A. Johnson N.N.E.B.
Mr M. Johnson B.A.
Mrs A. Johnston B.A.
Mr J. Jones, B.Ed.
Miss D. Koziel
Mrs C. Kynaston
Mrs B. Langan
Miss D. Leonard N.N.E.B.
Mrs H. Lightfoot N.N.E.B.
Mrs J. McRoberts
Mr D. J. Makinson
Mrs P. L. Martin B.Ed.
Mrs N. Massey N.N.E.B.
Mrs J. Mercer B.A.
Mrs J. Newhouse N.N.E.B.
Mrs C. Nichols, B.Ed.
Mrs K. Roberts BEd. M.A.
Mrs R. Scott, B.A.
Mrs H. Shanks Cert. Ed.
Mrs L. Shepherd B.T.N.N.N.
Mrs C. Smith B.Ed.
Mrs A. Sullivan B.Ed.
Mrs J. M. Swales B.A. A.L.C.M.
Mr A. Taylor B.Sc.
Mrs R. Torz B.Ed.
Mrs H. Tunney B.Ed.
Mrs L. J. Turner B.Ed.
Head Boy: Ben Hicks
Head Girl: Georgina Dare
Junior School Mid Day Assistants
Mrs S. Burrows
Mrs E. McCracken
Mrs A. Hall
Mrs C. Steele
Mrs A. Lomas
Mrs C. Tonge
Mrs R. Ludlow
HEADMASTER’S REPORT
As teachers, we can never underestimate the huge
responsibility we have for our children. The importance of a
good education is recognised by everyone, not least by
parents who often make significant sacrifices to send their
sons and daughters to an independent school, such as ours.
Aristotle, a towering figure in Greek philosophy, wrote:
All who have meditated on the art of governing have been
convinced that the fate of empires depends on the education
of youth.
The children we are teaching are growing up in a world that
is changing at a rapid pace. The development of technology
enables almost instant communication across the globe.
Whilst progress in so many aspects of our lives has improved
living conditions for many, it has also created problems and
challenges as natural resources come under ever-increasing
demand to sustain a burgeoning population. We are charged,
therefore, to ensure that what we are teaching our pupils is
relevant and the education we are providing will equip them
with the knowledge, values and skills that they will need.
As a staff, teachers and support staff, we are constantly
examining the way we teach and looking at how our children
learn best. Our duty is to inspire, challenge and instil a love of
learning. Whilst recognising success and achievement has a
value, our children, from the youngest to the oldest, need to
learn that making an effort and persevering, especially when
something is difficult, are what really counts. The children
should not be fearful of making mistakes, getting things
wrong. If they are getting everything they are doing right all
the time, they are not being sufficiently challenged. They
should be expected to do their best and not be satisfied with
anything less. And when they have worked hard we can say
well done.
The year has passed quickly, as it always does. It has been a
pleasure and a privilege to share in the children’s hard work,
their enthusiasm and excitement. There have been many
highlights, some of which follow this report. The Year 6
production of Trolls, with a number of talented individual
performances, was thoroughly enjoyed by appreciative
audiences. The Nursery and Reception Nativity and the
Infants Christmas play were also memorable. Even at such
young ages you can spot the individuals who are going to have
no trouble making their voices heard in later life, as well as the
ones who will never feel quite comfortable being in the
limelight. Our school teams enjoyed matches and fixtures
against other schools, including hockey and football tours.
There were notable achievements by individuals and teams in
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