Dear Parents
I was presented with a copy of “The Four Quartets” by my English teacher on the day I left school and I have always loved this great work by T S Eliot. There are several references to beginnings and ends.
“In my end is my beginning” and so here I am about to finish but also about to begin again. The next chapter is not retirement but a new life, at the moment full of uncertainty, but one which I am determined I will fill with productive activity. My memories of Battle Abbey are etched deep within me and I will miss it very much but it is time to go.
I have been privileged to work with some wonderfully talented children and adults and some very supportive parents. I thank them all.
As I come to leave, the school is in good financial health and we have some stunning pupils who will allow us to shine in the future and some dedicated teachers and an able and energetic new Headmaster. Our very talented Governors, led by Ian Mercer, who knows the school inside out, have some exciting plans which have been hatched with David Clark, the Bursar and I.
I look forward to hearing of the future successes of the school.
And so with a tear drop over my shoulder, it is time to sign off.
Wishing you all every future health and happiness.
Roger
