Head’s Blog: Thanking Teachers

June 19th was national ‘Thank a Teacher Day’. I have always believed that the best way to improve education for children is to ensure they have good teachers. Great facilities, a well planned curriculum, challenging assessment, additional support and wider opportunities all help, but in the end teachers make the difference. We probably all remember the difference a great teacher made to us.

The quality of teachers at Fearnhill is – in my opinion – one of its greatest strengths. We have subject specialists in almost all lessons, something which is increasingly rare in most schools.

We have new teachers joining us in September in English, maths, science and social sciences who will only add to the strength of the team.

I witness every day the commitment and kindness of staff. I am constantly inspired by the relentless warmth and encouragement Fearnhill teachers show towards their students. Similarly, teachers take pride in delivering carefully planned lessons, ensuring students get the support they need and going the extra mile to help. I see teachers regularly give up their own time to support clubs, revision, events and coursework, amongst other things. Teachers are ambitious for their students and support them to improve in many ways.

I feel a great sense of pride to work alongside the teachers at Fearnhill. Through their hard work and kindness they are improving the life chances of all students who attend the school. It is a privilege to work with them and I would like to use this opportunity to say a public thank you for all that they do.

If you would like to share a message of thanks with a teacher, please complete this online form and I will ensure the message is passed on.

Mr Tim Spencer, Headteacher