I was thinking about the 2012 Olympics recently. The quality of the sport, the atmosphere at the venues and the inspiring ‘gamesmaker’ volunteers brought the nation together and there was a genuine sense of national pride and consensus. We all agreed that it was a good thing that Jessica Ennis-Hill and Mo Farah won gold and that GB can play football together. Venues were packed, people were happy and there was a clear plan for the future of each stadium (sorry West Ham). When the government looked to show the best of Britain during the opening ceremony, they called upon music, the arts and events industries and the result was remarkable.  

The school will continue to place a very high value on providing as many opportunities in these areas because we know that community and opportunities for a 2012 type consensus will be even more important in the post Covid world. Until then, stay safe, wash your hands and good luck to Year 11 in their mocks next week. They will of course be fine because they have worked hard, they have been taught well and they are great people.