EDUCATION
MEET THE HEAD
Q & A WITH JOHN GREEN , SEAFORD COLLEGE
JOHN GREEN IS HEADMASTER OF SEAFORD COLLEGE IN PETWORTH . He has a real determination to lead the further development of this thriving school and brings a wealth of experience , innovation and energy . In the last three years since taking up the position he has really made his mark with an unprecedented 25 per cent rise in pupil numbers . He believes that every child can reach their academic personal bests . Here he tells us more in a quick-fire question and answer interview .
MATHS OR ENGLISH ?
English . I really enjoy literature and am naturally more drawn to the subject .
SCHOOL DINNERS OR PACKED LUNCH ?
Both . I ’ m always hungry , and although I avoid sweet things for health reasons , I do occasionally indulge – everything in moderation ! Having a background in professional rugby really gives me an understanding of the right foods I should be eating .
NEWSLETTER OR TWITTER ?
Newsletter … but slowly joining the Twitter bandwagon . At Seaford , we find Facebook is a great place for our parents to have a dialogue and communicate , and we have an extensive following from alumni . It ’ s great to communicate with people who choose to follow you , and reaching a wider audience is a definite advantage of social media .
IF YOU HADN ’ T BECOME A TEACHER , WHAT WOULD YOU HAVE DONE INSTEAD ?
I would have most likely become a police officer or even an orthopaedic surgeon . I have always had an interest in sports injuries due to two knee reconstructions .
WHAT WERE YOUR FAVOURITE LESSONS AT SCHOOL ?
Economics and sport .
WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE FILM ?
Recently , my favourite film has become Les Miserables . It ’ s a true epic and thoroughly entertaining . I watched The Jungle Book over the Christmas holiday with my children ; it ’ s a great family film .
YOUR DESERT ISLAND DISC ( S )?
‘ Green , Green Grass of Home ’ because it would remind me my home environment , my family and my friends . I sang it at ‘ Seafordstock ’, Seaford ’ s own rock and pop concert , this year in order to raise funds for the choir tour to Paris . Also , ‘ American Pie ,’ because it ’ s a great tune with lyrics you can really sing along to .
HOW DO YOU RELAX ?
I relax by reading when I can , by spending time with my family , or by regularly looking for my golf balls in the rough when out playing golf ! Seaford has a fantastic ninehole golf course , where students can learn the game , and parents also really enjoy using it . It ’ s great to have a golf course on your doorstep .
WHAT IS THE ONE THING THAT MAKES YOU MOST PROUD OF WHERE YOU WORK ?
The Seaford ethos , which is all around , inclusive and most definitely non-elitist . Seaford College is a warm , friendly community where pupils feel confident to attain personal bests both inside and outside of the classroom .
IF YOU COULD BE THE PRIME MINISTER FOR A DAY , WHAT ’ S THE FIRST THING YOU WOULD DO ?
I would review the educational strategic plan and examination system . I would like to review the purpose and transparency of league tables .
If you would like to visit Seaford College , their next open mornings are Saturday March 11th and Saturday May 6th from 9am-11am . Come along and meet the headmaster , John Green , and his management team . To register , email jmackay @ seaford . org , or call 01798 867392 .
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