On the day of my appointment it was agreed that the school should be free from the constraints of external examinations, but would welcome constructive help from Government inspectors. Here I must pay a tribute to George Kitchen -the inspector in charge. He threw himself into the work of the school as if he were a member of the staff. He frequently taught classes and helped with all exhibitions and social functions. With the Art masters he painted most of the scenery for the school plays. His cheerful and inspiring help endeared him alike to masters and boys. He followed me to Ireland where we often made use of our experiences in Birmingham.

May I take the opportunity afforded by your publication to send my warmest greetings to all the Old Boys, their parents and friends who gave us such unstinted support.
These are the memories I hold – and what solace they were to my husband during his prolonged inactiv1ty. He never forgot ” His Boys ,” and they showed plainly by their constant devotion that they did not forget him.