Going for Golden Mile

1. Can you describe a typical day in the life of a headteacher? There is no such a thing as a typical day, that’s one of the things I love. All of a sudden, something could happen and change my whole day. 2. How long have you been teaching for? I’ve been teaching for 16 years. This is my fourth year as Headteacher. 3. What is your favourite event each year? : My favourite event is Easter because it’s extremely important for us as a church school. 4. What makes St Oswald’s different from other schools? Our aspirations, beliefs and how we connect spiritually. Our behaviour policy means everyone knows and understands the school rules so it doesn’t matter if you’re in Reception or Year 6; the rules don’t change. 6. Are there any upcoming events you are excited about? Lots! First the Easter service and also Year 6 are having a sleepover in the school hall as a reward for their determination for their SATs. 7. Why did you become a teacher? I have always wanted to be a teacher, I love being able to influence so many lives. When I was little I used to play teachers with my friends and my mum was a teacher. 8. Why did you enter the NEPIC competition? This was all Miss Shepherd; she has an interest in outdoor learning. All the children worked so hard. 9. What is the best part of your job? The best part of my job is working with 213 gorgeous children and being a part of their education.

10. What do you like about working with pupils at St Oswald’s? I feel students at St Oswald’s have endurance, determination and perseverance. We have students who want to be the best that they can be. DURING THE SPRING term, ambitious children in St Oswald’s Primary School have been taking part in the Golden Mile initiative.

This campaign involves running a mile every week to get fit; keeping count of how many circuits of the course they complete and considering how this helps them to stay healthy. Every time they run a challenging lap they receive an elastic band and when they are done monitors will record how many laps each child completed.

Leading the charge are: Mr Usher and children in Year 5. A Year five monitor explained that: “If you run a mile every week you will be more healthy, this could help you live longer.”

Pupils are looking forward to seeing their progress.