Thought Leadership
Posted on 27 Jan 2015 by Weston Green School
George Bernard Shaw said “If history repeats itself, and the unexpected always happens, how incapable must Man be of learning from experience.” One of the most important lessons we can impart to our youngsters is how to learn – for, in doing so, we engender the vital life skill of reflection – looking, thinking, learning, adapting.
As parents and teachers, we are, perhaps, guilty of not giving space [...]
“Character is not made in a crisis it is only exhibited,”
Posted on 19 Jan 2015 by Weston Green School
… so said Robert Freeman. When the tree did fall last Tuesday, the way that staff responded was exemplary. The mix of prompt action and calm thinking was astounding: concern for safety led decision-making, and collegiality both in deed and thought was impressive enabling us to manage the situation successfully. It also led to careful consideration of that all had to be done to ensure continued safety and a school [...]