Head among school retirees

Ayscoughfee Hall School has thanked retiring teachers including its headteacher.

Clare Ogden has been in the position for the last nine years and has been a teacher for 39 years.

The current deputy head Theresa Wright is to take on the role.

Mrs Ogden said: “Truly great schools don’t suddenly exist. You nurture brilliant teachers first; you have the right support staff around you and they in turn make a truly great school.

“We value respect, honesty and kindness. We look out for one another. We put children at the heart of everything we do ensuring they enjoy school and have the best possible start in life both academically and personally, giving them the best foundation for the future.

“I know the school will continue to thrive and develop further under the leadership of Mrs Wright.

“She has a great deal of experience and knowledge which will help her in taking the school forward”.

Mrs Wright said: “I am delighted and privileged to be continuing with the fantastic work Mrs Ogden has done at Ayscoughfee.

“My first priority will be to welcome back all of the parents and friends of the school and to return to normal school life, resuming all of the lovely things the school is renowned for and the wonderful family atmosphere that we enjoy so much.

“These are exciting times and I look forward to the challenges ahead and for a happy future for all at Ayscoughfee”.

The school have also paid tribute to Sue Cook who has taught at the school for 32 years.

Mrs Ogden said: “I know the staff and children will miss her very much.

“She has been an outstanding teacher for the school and it is hard to imagine school life without her”.

Mrs Cook, who looks forward to retirement with her husband, said “I take with me countless happy memories of time spent with pupils, staff and parents, all of whom have made my time here special.

“I feel privileged to have been a part of such a wonderful school for so many years”.