The magic of a good story...

In Monday’s Assembly, I sought to reconnect us all with the magic of a good story. With my grandfather’s trusty copy of 1001 Arabian Nights at my side, I ventured to take the School through a whistle-stop tour of my story and the literature that is entwined within it. From Roald Dahl to Michael Drayton, along with some snippets of Julia Donaldson’s Tiddler, I wanted to explore the capacity of literature to influence how we think, how we feel, and its ability to guide us home.

After half-term, we are introducing two new initiatives to get pages turning and hearts and minds ticking. Firstly, we would like every 3^rd and 4^th Form pupil to read during one of the tutor time each week. During these sessions, each form tutor will keep a note of the total pages read during the week. Secondly, we will introduce a King’s Bruton Leavers’ Library. At the end of the academic year, departing School Prefects and Staff will be asked to select and dedicate a text that will inspire and guide pupils for years to come.

After all, we all love a good story.

Mark Hambleton - Head of English

It was fascinating to hear Mr Hambleton intertwine his own personal memories with other stories to remind us all in Assembly of the importance of reading. I expect we all spend too much time looking at screens and would benefit from reading more. I am particularly looking forward to seeing what books leaving pupils and staff will donate to the new Leaving Library.

Ian Wilmshurst - Headmaster

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