When I was young: favourite teachers

I’ve talked about the teachers who were monsters and monstrously unfair; maybe I should also talk about the ones who made a positive difference, the ones I remember fondly. Mrs Winehouse: She was side referenced in my Pink Lady story. My Year 1 teacher, the one who worked out I wasn’t deliberately being disruptive, I… Continue reading When I was young: favourite teachers

When I was young: my un-favourite teachers

All the teachers described here are given pseudonyms to protect their real identity. Sister Mac Sister Mac taught piano at my primary school. I had several years of lessons with her as did some of my friends. I don’t think any of us were ever going to become fantastic players or go on to study… Continue reading When I was young: my un-favourite teachers