MP Nadhim Zahawi pops in as Ilmington School marks 60th anniversary
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ILMINGTON Primary School marked a diamond celebration last week – 60 years since it opened its doors to pupils at its current site.
The school, which had been in the grounds of St Mary’s Church since opening in 1858, relocated and opened in Back Street in 1962.
Education secretary Nadhim Zahawi was the school’s guest on Friday (24th June) for the celebrations and helped headteacher Paul Crouch and pupils bury a time capsule in the school grounds.
Former Ilmington pupils, staff and governors also joined current pupils, parents and villagers in a celebration where the children looked back at life in 1962, shared their thoughts about life at school in 2022 and looked forward to the future.
“It has been a huge pleasure and a privilege to help mark this occasion and see for myself just how much this school means to so many people in and around Ilmington,” said Mr Crouch. “We were delighted that Nadhim was able to join us for this occasion and see for himself all the good work that this school has done for generations of Ilmington pupils. I very much hope that this will continue during my tenure as head and for many generations beyond.”
Stratford MP Mr Zahawi added: “It was real pleasure to help Ilmington celebrate this anniversary and have the opportunity to speak with pupils, parents and the school leadership team.
“Since becoming education secretary, I have had the privilege of visiting many schools up and down the country and know all too well how important well-run and successful schools like Ilmington are, both to their pupils and the local communities they serve.
“It is terrific to see such a fine example thriving within my own constituency and I have no doubt Ilmington School will continue its fine work for another 60 years and beyond.”
