On Friday, July 20th, the last assembly of the school year was the Leavers Assembly.
Attended by the whole school and very well supported by parents and friends, standing room only called for extra chairs. Obviously it was an hour where emotions were many and varied.
As a governor, I found the whole experience sheer delight.
In groups of twos, threes or fours, year six had produced technically impressive mini-videos of school memories, tributes, experiences; all presented with panache and great good humour. After each mini-video Mr Lavis introduced the participants to the audience with such positive and fond characterisations that left no doubt to each pupil that they are valued by the school both now and in the future.
There was a lot of laughter and 'fun' was a word used many times. It is clear that these children have enjoyed their years at Blandford St Mary School. For children, enjoyment is probably the most important aspect of school life. We know that, alongside the security that enjoyment brings, these children have achieved and developed and become a credit to the school, its headmaster and staff.
Year six are now fully equipped to move on to Secondary Education. So, although it's always sad to see a year leaving, it's a happy, satisfying, fun time into the future.
Good luck to them all and may they continue to enjoy all aspects of their education.
Jennifer Haywood
School Governor
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