Monthly Archives: May 2025

‘Death is swallowed up in Victory’ – The Reverend James Wilding 1781 – 1863

Posted on 22/05/2025 by jameswilding

During this term, and not for the first time as part of the Year 3 curriculum, they have been studying the history of Claires Court School, and as a consequence of their searches of old magazines etc. the year group … Continue reading →

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“Conversation is a catalyst for innovation.” – John Seely Brown*

Posted on 16/05/2025 by jameswilding

Our annual Parent survey assists us – Principals and Heads – in hearing the voices of our customers, celebrating the successes and noting the ‘pointers for improvement’ as appropriate. All our staff met at the start of this term with … Continue reading →

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Lamplight of Peace – lessons from VE Day

Posted on 09/05/2025 by jameswilding

80 years ago, over 5 million British men and women were recruited into the armed forces and deployed across the world. Thursday, 8 May 1945, saw Germany’s formal unconditional surrender, marking the end of World War 2 in Europe. While … Continue reading →

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Diversity in the curriculum matters 2025

Posted on 01/05/2025 by jameswilding

How do we educate our children to take their place in the Economies of the 21st Century, given that we can’t anticipate what the economy will look like at the end of next week?  I aim to answer what Claires … Continue reading →

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