28/09/2026
My daughter Holly starts her placement today at primary school and it brought up some memories.
School days from my childhood: I was fortunate to have experienced two primary schools. My days in reception were enjoyable I think, I remember a lovely teacher called Mrs Arnold? She helped me with my reading and taught me how to colour in the lines! I had no patience for colouring 🤣 We used to have story time on the carpet (Danny the Champion of the World, Ronald Dahl), I remember spelling tests, bringing a game into school on the last day of term. I don’t have many memories but the few I have are good. Then when I was 6 we moved, because I’m sure I had my 7th birthday at the new house.
I went to a new school. I very much doubt the outdoor swimming pool is still there. I remember both schools had outdoor pools actually! Not something you find much these days. I wonder if the pond we dug is still there too.
The memories I have are largely good. I wonder how well behaved the kids will be! 🤣
September is the month of change. With new school terms starting - I hope everybody has survived!
Here’s a snap of me and my little sister in school uniform - just for laughs!
