Welcome from the new headteacher!

4 / 9 / 2009

3rd September 2009

Dear Parents,

I am writing to thank you for all for my warm welcome to your school. I am very proud to be the new headteacher of Brighstone Primary School and feel that I have the best job in the world, that of seeing children develop into wonderful young people who can make their way confidently, happily and successfully in the world.

At the beginning of this new school year, I would like to take the opportunity to recognise the achievements of Linda Cahill. She had a great vision for developing Brighstone from a small village school, to a popular, innovative school with a renowned reputation and many accolades. She is a motivational, energetic character who inspired her staff and pupils. The whole team at Brighstone Primary are committed to sustaining and developing the school ethos, culture and values that make us Brighstone Primary.

I believe that our children deserve the best and have the ability to go even further. We have an excellent group of staff and a fabulous environment which is evolving all the time. Brighstone Primary pupils have real thirst for learning and refuse to accept anything that is second best. We will continually strive for excellence and give all children the confidence to achieve their true potential.

When I first came to the school I found an amazing spirit where people really cared for each other and this mutual support is something that I am passionate about. Children cannot achieve amazing results without the support of the staff, their peers and you as parents. If we all work together I believe that everyone can achieve more than they ever dreamed. I look forward to working alongside you as parents and if there any problems that do arise, please come and tell us so that we can solve them together.

I expect children to work hard but also to enjoy their time with us. By the time they leave Brighstone, we wish for them to be enthusiastic, independent learners equipped to continue their learning journey. Your children are a real credit to the school and will continue, through pupil voice, to have a role in developing the school culture further.

With reorganisation upon us, this will be a challenging but exciting year and I look forward to sharing each step along the learning journey with you.

Best regards,

Amanda Johnston