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I remember my first infant teacher; Miss Tiley. Junior headmaster was Mr Braine. I remember Mr Marsh, Mr Price and Miss Owen. I sang the first verse of “Away in a manger” solo at the school Christmas concert when I was about 8 years old.

I went on to become a qualified motor mechanic up until 1976, then I joined Gwent Police where I served for 30years. I am currently the caretaker at a primary school not so far away. I would love to come and have a look around the school. I loved my time there.

I remember playing at break/ lunch time on the grass and in the trees, the smell of the classroom – which was a pleasant smell, the toilet paper was like tracing paper rather than tissue paper, folk band in the staff room was very fun, I used to play the penny whistle and the spoons. I loved the school dinners, turkey dinosaurs, cooked dinner, jam sponge. My favourite was the chocolate crunch and pink custard. I used to help out with reading at the infants. Once a fortnight a few of us were sent down to the infants to help the younger children with their reading. I remember the computer room and we were all very excited when we had a lesson in there. When we used to do PE, we used to do it in pants and vests and run around like lunatics. I enjoyed gymnastics the most.

I went on to attend St. Julian’s comprehensive, stayed on in sixth form and then went to university. I now have a degree in business marketing. I’m hoping to become a teacher’s assistant. I’m currently working in home insurance where I have completed various courses and an apprenticeship in customer services.

I remember in year 6 Mr Mansfield burst into our class with the sound of the WW2 alarm. I jumped and nearly fell out my seat. Then everyone ran out the classroom. Someone shut door and I ran into it.😂 He took us to the air raid shelter and told us about WW2.

In 2016 in September/October time I went to a gymnastics competition. I came 1st overall so basically the 1st person out of everyone there. I came 1st on floor, 2nd on beam and 3rd on bars. Nothing on vault.

Performing ‘The Owl who was afraid of the dark’. Learning to play the flute and playing in assemblies. Mrs Coombes’ inspiring assemblies. Setting up our own bric a brac shop during break and lunch times. Handstands on the field and cross country running. Playing marbles in the guttering. Returning as a trainee teacher with my mentor being the lovely Mrs Gabica.

I achieved a BA (hons) with QTS at Caerleon University. Currently working as a teacher advisor for the Education Achievement Service.

I will always remember French cricket with Mrs Coombs. This was the highlight of our week!

I am now a primary school teacher in Newport with two lovely boys, who now attend St. Julian’s Primary.

I remember playing rounders on the school playground, times table quizzes, Summer Spectacular (Summer fete), playing various games on the school playground during break time, biscuits and squash at break-time, Sports Day and Chocolate Crunch with Pink Custard!

I graduated University with a Computer Science Degree, now working as a Software Developer.

In reception Miss Jones asked us to bring in pets and in year 6 with Miss Bowden we made Christmas tree decorations.

I attended sixth form and I’m now in my final year of university training to be a primary school teacher.

I will always remember our trip to London and on our return we made a skyline of London and we poked fairy lights through it – we thought it looked amazing. It was on display in the foyer. Loved Mr Drewitt, best teacher ever and Mrs Christopher who used to give us rum truffles!! Loved the sound of Miss Coombes’ heels when she walked into assembly she always wore heeled sling backs. Miss Ellway played the piano in assembly. I remember Mrs Evans… her face used to go so red when she shouted! I will never forget mrs Tamplin accusing me of saying a swear word I had never heard before. She had totally misheard what was said! I remember having to use the outdoor swimming pool was an experience never to be forgotten!!!! Singing hymns in the hall using the OHP. Everyone blasting out shine Jesus Shine and Autumn Days when the grass is jewelled. So many happy memories x

I am now head of Religious Education at a High School in Cardiff.

I remember singing in the annual Eisteddfod, country dancing group with Mrs Nicholls, swimming in the freezing cold swimming pool that used to be at the back of the school.

I studied at UWCN gaining a BSc Health and Social Care. Also have a Post Graduate Diploma in Housing from Cardiff University. I am currently a Tenancy Support Officer working in Newport. Married with two children both who attended St Julians Primary.