I am often asked to justify Warwick’s status as an all-boys school. Popular wisdom casts them as relics of a bygone era – breeding grounds for misogyny and privilege, perpetuating patriarchal norms. In my opinion, the opposite is true. An all-boys school offers us an opportunity to have honest conversations about what it means to be a man in today’s world.

One of the most difficult, and yet vital, tasks for any school is to prepare young people not just for the world as it is, but for the world as it may become. That world is never static. And today, change feels faster, deeper and more complex than ever.

Sat in assembly on Wednesday morning, listening to Little Big Band play and hearing a report on their success at the National Concert Band Finals, I found myself reflecting on the hours of practice and the perseverance that had allowed them to achieve their platinum award.

One of the values that form the Warwick Way is responsibility, the responsibility to have a positive impact on the world. 

‘Never summon powers you cannot control.’

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One of the most enjoyable parts of my job is watching lessons. They are frequently inspirational, and I usually leave with a renewed sense of purpose and in admiration of the pupils and my brilliant colleagues.