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I, Harry Hepburn Reid, commenced duty today as Headmaster of this school, having been appointed from Jan 1st 1934. School re-opened after Christmas Vacation with an attendance of 423. Mrs. Levy U.C.A. Standard II absent.
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Visited today by Mr. Ferris S.A.O & Mr. Capon
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Mrs. Levy still absent.
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Mrs.Levy still absent.
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Visited by County P.T. Organiser.
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Visited by County Horticultural Organiser.
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Met today Miss Miller, Miss Partridge, Mr. Sherwood and correspondent in my room re- term promotions. I asked for annual promotions. Agreed to abolish Xmas promotions & promote at Easter And Midsummer.
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Mr. Huke, Miss Groome and myself acted as invigilators for the Annual Schools Examination at the Newton Road Council Schools. Mr. C. Bolwell, Headmaster of Newton Road acted at this school. Examination finished at 12.20pm. School re-commenced at 2pm
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Visited by Mr. Thorpe Wellingborough Technical Institute.
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Miss N. Groome absent this afternoon with influenza.
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Miss Groome returned to duty (1½ days)
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School closed today for Easter Holiday. I was called to Northampton today for interview with the secretary. Left at 3pm.
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School re-opened today. Alwyn Ralph Thompson (16) commenced a fortnight’s teaching practice.
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I was absent from school this afternoon with permission. H.M.I. Messrs. Parker & Mitchell called to see the student, Thompson.
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Miss Godfrey C.A. had to return home ill this morning.
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Elizabeth King was today excluded by the school nurse for impetigo.
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H.M.I. Mr. Parker called this morning and planned to pay a more extended visit in the near future.
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Mrs. Levy absent this morning (only). Illness. H.M.I. Mr. Parker visited the school.
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Miss Godfrey still absent. Miss Berry C.A. takes up supply today.
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Mr. Thorpe visited the school re-science.
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Miss W. Berry C.A. (Supply) left today
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Miss Godfrey C.A. returned to duty.
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Mr. Thos Abbott visited school re-P.T. display on Sports Day. This school is to supply demonstration class on Monday 14th inst. at 6.15pm
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Mrs. Garthside H.M.I. visited the school this morning and saw the needlework. She called again in the afternoon to discuss with Miss Bennett the possibility of attending a B of E Course at Oxford. Registers were closed at 10am this morning to allow children to visit respective churches for Ascension Day Services. School nurse carried out routine inspection today.
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Empire Day Celebrations carried out today. They saluted appropriate songs address. School closed at Midday for Whitsuntide Holiday.
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School re-opened with attendance of 92.3%. Swimming commenced.
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Received word yesterday that no Domestic Subjects class to be held today.
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Two P.T. teams attended Town Ground this a.m. for rehearsal under Mr. Abbott.
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School closed today for Annual Sports.
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Visited school & checked register W.E. Capon.
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Mr. Wyles visited school garden and expressed his pleasure at the vast improvement wrought by Mr. Huke.
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Class 1 girls visited Hall Grounds from 2pm 3pm for outdoor sketching.
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Mr. Thorpe visited school 1.45pm re- science scheme.
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Miss Miller absent today with managers’ permission.
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Mrs. Levy absent this afternoon only.
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Annual test for swimming certificates held today. School has done remarkably well as following results show
Boys 140 yards 12 60 yards 16
Girls 140 yards 5 40 yards 13
Thus 46 certificates were gained.
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Mr. Brightwell took five boys to Wicksteed Park Kettering this afternoon to compete in the swimming. The boys were marked in accordance with art. 445 of the code.
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School closed at midday for the Annual Schools’ Gala (Swimming)
The school did very well, obtaining 6 first, 8 seconds and 7 thirds.
This school also had the Champion Girl in Doris Albon who holds the Greenfield Cup.
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Miss Godfrey took 5 girls to the Baths to swim in the Rowell Cup Competition. The girls were marked in accordance with art. 446 of the code.
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School closed today for the Midsummer Holiday.
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School re-opened today with a fairly good attendance. Classes were re-organised and a clean cut was made at 11+. A further senior class was required for retarded children and this was formed and placed in charge of Mr. Morris. A new time table was put into general use.
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A group of boys in Class 4 were given the M mark on proceeding to woodwork this morning. They returned to school as the class was to be an afternoon class only. The mark was allowed to stand and the boys received another M in the afternoon.
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Called Mr. Capon into school today to point out effects of caretaker’s neglect of duty. School dirty, yards untidy and offices in an offensive state.
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Was notified today by Mr. Ferris that the committee had agreed to recognise Mr. Morris as a teacher of a class higher than Standard IV
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Mrs. Levy absent this afternoon with managers’ permission to visit sister in Northampton Hospital.
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Two new woodwork classes formed today owing to appointment of an assistant handicraft instructor. This makes four classes to attend weekly (2 on Friday). Groups arranged to allow of boys attending from each class to attend one session.
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School closed today for half term.
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School re-opened. Mrs. Levy absent as contact case with scarlet fever. Expects to be absent 6 weeks office notified. Miss E.M. Taylor commenced duty today as supply (U.C.A.)
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School visited today by H.M.I. Mr. Woodhead re Handwork.
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Miss C.M. Bennett (C.A.) absent today ill.
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Miss Berry commenced duties as supply in place of Miss Bennett.
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Mr. E.T. Huke absent today. ill
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Mr. K. Clarke commenced duties as supply in place of Mr. Huke.
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Miss Berry ceased temporary duties today(Friday)
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Miss Bennett returned to duty today
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Thirty children attended Intermediate School today to witness “The Tempest” played by the Osiris Players. The Woodwork classes were re-arranged to allow of this visit. The afternoon class attended in the morning.
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School closed for wedding of Prince George & Princess Marina.
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I was ordered home today by the School Medical Officer.
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Miss E.M. Taylor ceased duty today. End of 6 day medical inspection: Nov 26-28-30. Dec 3-5-7.
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Mrs. Levy returned to duty today. Dental inspection today.
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I returned to school today.
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Visited school & checked registers. W.E. Capon.
Mrs. K. Clarke ceased supply duty today.
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Mr. Huke resumed duty today.
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School concerts held each evening at 7pm to raise money for pottery kiln & workings. Extremely well patronises. Profit £11-18-11. W.E. Capon esq. in the chair on Dec 18th. F. Corby esq. in the chair on Dec 19th.
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School closed at 4pm for Christmas Holidays.
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School re-opened today.
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Mr. Huke absent with influenza. Mrs. K. Clark takes up supply duty this p.m.
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Visited by H.M.I. Mr. Parker.
Dennis Cox trapped finger in lavatory door during dinner hour. Sent to doctor. Reported to Office.
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Mrs. K. Clark ceased duties as supply teacher.
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Mrs. Leonard took up duty as supply teacher in place of Mrs. Clark. Mr. Abbott P.T. supervisor visited school this morning. Mr. Woodhead H.M.I. visited school this afternoon re- pottery.
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Mr. Lawrence, horticultural organiser visited school this afternoon re- garden. I visited the boys from the school attending Newton Road Centre under the Junior Instructor.
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Mr. Abbott, physical training organiser visited school this day and saw 8 classes at work in P.T.
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Derrick Ablett was caught by handle of swing door and cut severely above the eye. Dr. Davies inserted a stitch. Mr. Huke is still absent and I understand is seriously ill. Mrs. Leonard still on supply.
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School resumed at 1.15pm with permission of L.E.A and the managers, to allow some 300 children to attend special performance of film “Treasure Island”
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Mrs. A. Leonard (supply) ceased duty today.
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Miss Hall (C.A.) commenced duty today.
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7pm party of 28 visited Theatre, Bedford to see “Merchant of Venice”
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Mr. Thorpe visited school today re- science.
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Afternoon woodwork class cancelled owing to illness of instructor.
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A.S. Examination held this morning. Miss Groom and myself acted as invigilators at Newton Rd School.
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The school is very cold again today, several of the rooms below 40°. The cleaning is being neglected and the outside offices are in an offensive state.
Miss Hall (supply) absent today (with permission) to attend an interview. Mr. Huke still absent.
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School closed today for Easter Holiday.
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School re-opened today. Miss Hall (supply) informed me last night that she would not be at school today having accepted a post at Brackley. Miss Margaret Frances Janes commenced a fortnight’s training as intending teacher.
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Mr. E.J. Huke resumed duty today.
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School closed for Silver Jubilee Celebrations.
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H.M.I. Mr. Parker visited school this morning to see intending teacher Miss Janes.
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Pottery Kiln installed today at a cost of £50. The County Education Committee to pay £25 and the school to raise £25.
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School closed at noon for Whitsuntide holiday.
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School re-opened.
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School closed today for Rushden & District Schools’ Sport Association Annual Meeting.
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As the above Athletic meeting was “Washed out” by heavy rain, school was closed this afternoon to complete meeting.
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S.A.O. called at 9.10 re-paysheets. These had been dispatched at the week-end.
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A very successful demonstration of Pottery Making held in the hall from 6.30-8pm
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Visited by H.M. I. Mr. Mitchell who examined Class 1 in written History and saw the work of the other classes.
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Miss C.M. Bennett absent with permission of L.E.A. visiting Cambridge (W.E.A. course). Miss Dunmore commenced duties in the afternoon on supply.
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Miss Dunmore absent ill this afternoon.
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Miss Dunmore absent.
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Miss Dunmore absent ceased duties. School closed today for midsummer holiday.
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School re-opened today.
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Visited by H.M.I. Mr. Parker.
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Visited by Mr. Prothero.
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Mr. Morris and myself absent all day on a visit to Wessington School, Derbyshire re- pottery.
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School closed for day : Rushden Feast
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Mr. Huke absent with influenza. M.C. received.
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Mr. Huke returned to duty today.
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Received instructions to count attendances of two children who tomorrow are to visit Shoe & Leather Fair in London, at the expense of Mr. W.E. Capon
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I was absent today ill. Miss Miller was absent today.
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Miss Miller absent Mrs. A.E. Leonard commenced duty as C.A. supply.
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Miss Miller returned to duty. Mrs. Leonard ceased duty as yesterday.
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I returned to duty today.
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School closed for half term holiday.
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School closed for wedding of Duke of Gloucester.
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School closed for General Election.
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Six children attended the Northampton Eisteddfod this morning to sing in the solo classes. Five girls attended the afternoon session to sing in the solo classes. The school choir competed this evening at 8.30pm
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Children did extremely well at Northampton. No soloist less than 76 marks and two obtained 85. Top mark in the whole festival was 91 (all classes). Choir obtained 175 marks one less than second choir and were very highly commended by Dr. Armstrong Gibbs.
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School concert held on these two evenings.
Weds: A. Allebone esq. J.P., C.C. in chair
Thurs. W.E. Capon esq in chair.
School Violin Orchestra made its first public appearance and was warmly encored. Great credit due to Mr. Morris, the instructor. Concert a great success a profit of £12-9-0 made.
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School closed at 4pm for Christmas Holiday.
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School re-opened today.
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The boy, Robert Groom, fell in the yard today and sustained a slight cut over one eye. The girl, Sylvia Knighton received a cut over the eye while playing hockey on the sports field in the afternoon.
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Dental Demonstration to Senior School today 9.45-10.45am
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The boy Green in class 10 fell on the stone steps in the corridor while marching to his class room and cut his eye. Boy was bandaged and taken home.
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School closed today for funeral of H.M. King George V
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School inspected today by F. Mitchell esq. H.M.I.
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Inspection continued.
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School bitterly cold this morning several rooms about 44°F and only one room reaching 50°. Two children had to be taken out in a fainting condition (presumably from the effects of cold). On recovery the children were sent home and their marks cancelled.
School inspected today by A. Woodhead Esq. H.M.I.
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Inspection continued.
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School needlework inspected today by Miss Brunt H.M.I.
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School visited today by J.L. Holland.
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Mrs. Levy absent this morning only. School bitterly cold.
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Miss Bennett absent ill. Brief visit by Mr. Parker & Mr. Woodhead.
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Miss Bennett returned to duty. A.S.E. examination. Mr. Huke and myself acted as invigilators at South End School. Mr Sherwood and Miss Osborne at this school. Temporary Caretaker (who reported for duty yesterday mid-day) emptied one of furnaces following surveyor’s complaint and took out 3 bins of clinker and 14 buckets of ash.
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Visited this afternoon by Mr. Thorpe of Wellingborough re- science.
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Mr. Cook, new caretaker, reported for duty. Appointment dates from Sat. 21st inst.
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Visited Office at Northampton this afternoon on instructions from the Secretary.
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Checked registers. W.E. Capon.
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School visited this afternoon by A. Woodhead esq. H.M.I. re- pottery.
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School concert this evening in hired hall. Highly successful school choir, violin orchestra, soloist, elocutions, responsible for first half staff dramatic society for second half. W.E. Capon in chair.
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School closed for Easter Holiday.
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School re-opened today. H.H. Maddams commenced 14 days probationary period.
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Copy of H.M.I. Report received April 22n d 1936
Inspected on 30th & 31st January & 6th & 7th February 1936
Report by H.M.I. Mr. H.H. Parker.
Mixed
This school gives the impression of being a vigorous and active community which is thriving under the resourceful guidance of the new Head Master who was appointed in January 1934. Both teachers & taught are industrious and willing and a healthy tradition is being established. The children conduct themselves well in the school buildings, during and out of lesson times and the older scholars give assistance in supervision as prefects. The team system is found useful to assist in the development of individual and collective responsibility for the well being of the school. The first number of a school magazine has recently been published and this institution should contribute further to this end.
There are now 436 children on roll, divided into six junior and four senior classes with a clean break at the age of eleven. There is a four year junior course and a three year senior course of study; the classes are arranged on a single stream basis with, in addition, one senior and two junior classes containing less able scholars. The number of children who have passes in recent years to Secondary Schools and to the Rushden Intermediate School has naturally, somewhat lowered the standard of ability in the Senior part of the school.
Children are received twice a year, at the commencement of the autumn and summer terms from the adjacent Infants’ Department and from the Moor Road Infants’ School, the age of admission being as near 7 years and 2 months as possible.
The scheme of work in all subjects have been thoughtfully planned and carefully worked out to provide well graded courses of study; modified schemes are available for the less able children. Sixty one senior boys attend at the centre at the Intermediate School for instruction in Handicrafts and a Gardening class of 18 boys is given practical instruction not far from the school; 34 senior girls attend the Domestic Science centre at Higham Ferrers. Physical Training is handicapped by the lack of space; there are two playgrounds but one is shared with the Infants’ Department. The Hall is used as a classroom.
Specialisation in several subjects by the teachers of the Senior Classes has been instituted and is working very well. The Head Master takes an active part in the teaching throughout the school and also carefully supervises the work in general and that of individual teachers. His written reports contain useful and constructive criticisms which should be helpful to his staff. Most of the teachers have attended sessional courses of instruction and some of them have attended vacation courses.
In addition to class plays, dramatisation is fostered by the recently established Dramatic Society for past and present scholars which meets on one evening each week. Fifty scholars also attend voluntary evening classes for instruction in violin playing and a small orchestra accompanies the singing and marching at assembly. School concerts are held annually and the school choir has competed both at Bedford and Northampton Musical Festivals.
Arithmetic
The present sensible grouping of Juniors in two streams permits different rates of progress and different methods of approach, which are already proving fruitful. Class 5 , which is the highest of the Junior forms presents a somewhat difficult problem; some of the children appear to be suffering not from the present teaching which is earnest and sincere but from faulty grading and preparation in past years. The remaining “A” forms make good progress showing a response and achievement much above the average. Children in the “B” stream are well cared for, sympathetically taught and are making progress commensurate with their abilities. It is true that “deep creaming” for Secondary and Intermediate Schools has left its mark on the four Senior Forms, but it is pleasing to note that, on the whole, the teaching is successful and intelligent and the work properly graded.
Nature Study & Science.
Nature lessons in the lower forms are on good lines and appear to arouse healthy interest. Some classes have made extensive collections of wild flowers which they have named. Girls from the two highest forms receive instruction in Hygiene and Home Nursing. They talked intelligently on the ground covered and showed creditable ability in the manipulation of the bandages.
Science taught to Senior 3 and the boys of Senior ! & 2 embraces General Elementary Science together with some consideration of gardening. There is no special room but the Master responsible arranges the desks in the classroom so that it is possible for practical work to be done and simple working models have been erected. An electrical demonstration board has been wired to show different circuits and a telephone arranged between two rooms. Essential principles have been mastered and a precise knowledge of the subject mater of the lessons was displayed by most of the older boys.
English
The schemes in English are well thought out and developed, providing a graded training in Reading and Composition. In the upper classes there is a wide range of books for study and directed reading. The Head Master makes himself responsible for this part of the work and also for introducing the scholars to a number of outstanding figures in English Literature. Many of these boys and girls appear to be gaining benefit from this aspect of the curriculum. Apart from some careless errors in spelling in the Senior class, written tests in Composition were well done. Reading aloud is generally satisfactory.
History
The “A” junior Classes are receiving a good general introduction to History: the methods of teaching are suitable and varied. The teacher of Class 8, a “B” group, is arousing enthusiasm by practical and pictorial methods and the teacher of the other Junior “B” class would do well to follow the lead. The four Senior Classes are taught by one teacher. He only took charge of the subject in September last and is at present experimenting with methods of teaching and feeling his own way in the materials to be taught.
Geography
In general the schemes give a good outline of local, world and home geography and include weather study and map work. The junior “A” classes respond very well both on general knowledge and on maps. Class 10 also respond well, but methods for these “B” children might be more practical as are those in Class 8 where the children are really keen. The Seniors are taught by one teacher who ably carried out suggestions given to him. Good use is made of the globe and maps, collections of pictures, stamps and general literature. Methods are varied and should arouse interest. The locational knowledge of Senior 1 is relatively poor but the other Seniors are reasonably able to show where places are and have a good general knowledge of the ground covered.
Handwork
A very satisfactory syllabus of Handwork is operated in the Junior part of the school and the specimens seen in 2a and 3a were particularly pleasing. About a year ago a start was made in teaching pottery to the senior children. The Head Master has expert knowledge of the craft and he has imbued a member of staff, who is now responsible for the subject, with his enthusiasm. This teacher has given much time and thought to the work and has thoroughly mastered the craft in its many branches. The children are keen and have developed considerable skill. A kiln has been erected at the joint cost of the school and the Authority, in addition the school funds have provided a wheel. The excellent finished ware is deserving testimony of what can be achieved in a short space of time when enthusiastic endeavour is wisely guided and directed.
Handicraft
Instruction in Woodwork is provided for the Senior Boys at a centre under a capable teacher who has developed the work on modern lines and succeeds in getting the best from his pupils. Not only are they trained in the best methods of tool technique, but also they are taught how to produce soundly constructed pieces and apply suitable finishes.
Drawing
A progressive course of Drawing through the school culminates in some very creditable work both in pencil and colour in the Highest Form. It is unfortunate that the Senior Girls do not participate in the instruction.
Music
Both vocal and instrumental music is well taught. The school choir has an extensive repertoire from which the members sing delightfully. The establishment of the school orchestra of violins has met with much success and reflects much credit on the tutor.
Signed F. Corby, chairman of school managers. 23rd April 1936
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Boys attended Woodwork Centre this afternoon. Teacher taken ill during dinner hour and the boys had to return to this school they had been marked absent on the registers and received the usual “M” mark on return.
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No woodwork today owing to teacher’s illness.
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Mr. Parker H.M.I. visited school re student H. Maddams.
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School visited by Clerk to County Council. H.H. Maddams completed probationary period today.
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No woodwork owing to teacher’s illness.
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No woodwork owing to teacher’s illness.
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Miss Godfrey went into hospital this morning. Miss Reynolds commenced duties this afternoon as supply. I left early on school business.
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This log book was received today from the Clerk to the County council in whose possession it has been since May 6th re- libel case between the Secretary for Education and the late caretaker of this school. The entries dated in red are copied from by desk diary. H. H. Reid.
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I was absent from school this afternoon called to Northampton for interview by the Clerk to the County Council.
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Miss Groom absent ill
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Miss Wildman commenced duties.
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Visited by Clerk to County Council.
Visited by Mr. Lawrence re Colorado Beetle.
Mrs. Wildman ceased duties.
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Miss Reynolds absent this afternoon for medical examination.
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I spent the morning at the Education Office.
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Miss Godfrey returned to duty. Mr. Huke absent all day.
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Mr. Huke absent all day. School closed noon for Whitsuntide Holiday. Miss Reynolds left today.
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School reopened today.
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School closed today for Annual School Sports.
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As yesterday was too wet for sports school closed at noon today.
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School opened for visitors this afternoon. Programme of Country Dancing items by choir and violin orchestra.
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School again open this afternoon.
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Registers checked by W.E. Capon esq. Visited by Mr. Wyldes.
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Cookery Mistress ill.. Girls returned from Higham.
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Notified that no more cookery classes this term.
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School visited by Miss Gorleston re P.T.
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School visited by H.M.I. Mr. Woodhead.
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School closed for afternoon for County Cricket Match. Northants v Sussex
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Water metre checked. Registers 10,000 galls less today than when official reading taken on June 22nd.
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School closed this afternoon for Schools’ Swimming Gala.
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School closed at Noon for Midsummer Holiday
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School re-opened today.
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Miss N. Groome absent today. Mr. Woodhead H.M.I. visited school this morning.
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Miss Groome returned to duty
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School closed for Rushden Feast.
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Visited school and checked the registers. W. Capon
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Miss K. M Miller C.A. ceased duties today.
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Miss M. A. Davies B.A. commenced duties today with class VI
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A press photographer spent the morning (Saturday) taking studies of a pottery class at work for a London Firm.
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School closed 4pm for Half Term.
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School re-opened.
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Mr. Hales absent today for funeral of sister.
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School choir & orchestra gave a concert in aid of Social Services Fund. £19-4-8 profit realised.
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I was absent today with permission.
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Mrs. Levy absent ill.
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Mrs. Ground took up supply duty in place of Mrs. Levy.
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Mrs. Ground ceased duty
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Mrs. Levy resumed duty
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School concerts held in evening. Mrs Capon, Mrs. Sherwood in chair.
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School closed for Xmas Holiday.
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School re-opened. Poor attendance owing to influenza.
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I was absent ill.
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I returned to duty
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A.S.E. Intelligence Test carried through this afternoon.
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Mr. Huke absent ill.
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Mr. Huke returned to duty
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Mr. Huke again absent. Mr. Woodhams U.C.A. commenced supply duty this afternoon.
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A.S.E. written tests this morning. Miss Groome and I sited as invigilators at South End School.
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Checked registers. W.E. Capon
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School closed 4pm for Easter Holiday.
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School re-opened today. Mr. Huke resumed duty. Mr. Woodhams left as from Mar 24th
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School visited this afternoon by the Divisional Inspector & Mr. Woodhead.
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Mrs. Levy absent. Mr. Woodhams takes supply duty.
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Mrs. Levy returned to duty. Mr. Woodhams ceased duty as from April 12th 4pm
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School visited by H.N. Parker esq. H.M.I.
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Miss Bates, a student of Wellingborough High School, today completes a fortnight’s training period.
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School closed today for Coronation of H.M. George VI and also for Whit week commencing May 16th.
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School re-opened today after Whitsuntide Holiday. Miss Groome absent. Empire Day celebrated by assembled school.
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Miss Groome returned to duty.
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Party of senior girls and boys left school at 3pm for rehearsal of P.T. demonstration.
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School visited by a teacher from Northampton who wanted to take up craft of pottery.
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School visited & registers checked W.S. Capon.
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School closed for annual sports.
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School re-opened. School had boy champion and also retained Holland Cup.
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School closed for combined outing to Stratford on Avon, Warwick and Kenilworth.
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H.M. Parker H.M.I. visited school this morning re- Miss Davies’ probationary year.
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Mr. Huke’s class has had a highly successful year. It has been awarded 3 County Scholarships and 7 Special Places. In addition, two other children who left from the class to attend other schools have been awarded special places. This from the one year, 12 children have the opportunity of receiving secondary education.
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A further special place has been awarded to Mr. Huke’s class.
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School closed for the afternoon County Match.
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I was absent this morning with Managers’ Sanction. School closed for swimming gala this afternoon.
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Mr. Brightwell and five boys went to Kettering this afternoon to swim in cup competition.
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Miss Godfrey and five girls went to Rothwell this afternoon to swim in the cup competition.
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School closed 4pm for Midsummer holiday.
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School re-opened following a fifth week’s holiday for completion of new lavatories.
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School closed today teachers’ course at Stowe.
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School closed today Rushden Feast.
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H.M.I. Mr. Blackridge today inspected the school garden.
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School closed for Half Term Holiday.
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I was absent from today with bronchial trouble.
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I returned to duty today.
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Miss Wright was absent today only illness.
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I ceased duties in this school today. A.H. Reid.
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At request of managers I have taken charge of school until the newly appointed Mr. S.A. Lawrence takes over duties. Ernest T. Huke.
Miss Roy of the “Emergency Staff” commenced duties here. Miss Davies away illness.
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Miss Bennett away. Called suddenly to bedside of relative in London Hospital. With permission.
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Miss Bennett still absent. Mrs. Levy absent severe cold.
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Miss Bennett, Miss Davies resumed duties this morning. Mrs. Levy resumed duties this afternoon. Miss Godfrey away ill throat trouble.
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Miss Bennett absent with permission attending funeral of relative.
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Miss C. Noble took up temporary duties supplying for Miss Godfrey.
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Mrs. Levy absent severe cold.
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Mrs. Levy still absent.
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Mrs. Levy resumed duties. Miss Godfrey still absent.
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Mrs. M.B. Noble ceased duties this afternoon.
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Miss Godfrey returned to duty this morning. Mr. Woodhead H.M.I. visited school this morning re- Miss Roy’s probationary year.
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School closed this afternoon for the Christmas Holidays.
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