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passion. Education is not about being an exam factory, but more of a dream factory, where passions are<br />
discovered and confidence grows. This is not just for our students but for all who work in the school or<br />
connect with the school. Life should be about discovering your talents, within and outside of school.<br />
This sounds all very Disney, unicorns and cupcakes, the reality is that dreams are reached through hard<br />
work and commitment. But, without the dream, what have you got to work towards? Our year 11<br />
students will be testing themselves shortly in their pre public mock examinations. It is a time for them to<br />
learn what they know and what they have yet to learn. They should work towards being the best they can<br />
be, using the opportunity to improve and develop, in turn taking a step closer to their dream.<br />
It’s understandable that young people don’t know the answer to which options to choose, or which ‘A’<br />
level course to follow, it is however more damaging not to have the dream. The role of school and<br />
arguably parenting is to encourage the dreams of our young people, to help them discover their passion,<br />
to become dream catchers. Once we have given permission to dream, to consider great things then the<br />
options start to become less complicated.<br />
I wish every success to our students who are studying for forthcoming examinations, Year 11 and Year 13<br />
and we are looking forward to supporting Year 9 students in discovering which options best fit their dreams.<br />
Justin Southwood<br />
Deputy Headteacher<br />
4.11.16
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