Headmaster’s Thoughts

Performing Arts and Political Insight Being a Headmaster is truly one of the greatest jobs in the world. For the children, school is a home away from home, where they…

Forest School Before we moved to London in 2019, we lived on a small family farm in the picturesque countryside of Dorset. The converted Cider House we occupied was situated…

I have come to realise that having a toddler is like living with a tiny, adorable tornado. They possess an uncanny ability to transform a tidy room into a chaotic mess within…

Thoughts from the Study Over the past two weeks, I have had the pleasure of hosting two magical Sports Days. I was witness to many demonstrations of authentic, heartfelt teamwork…

Growing up my house was always full of people, be it neighbours, extended family members or school friends, all brought together by the endless kindness of my mother. As my…

One of the joys of being a teacher, is having an audience for my storytelling.  At Broomfield, I have recounted many stories, (some with more embellishment than others!).  I enjoy…

The shipping forecast has been saving lives at sea since 1967, when it first appeared in The Telegraph, before being broadcast on BBC Radio.  As an island nation, the United Kingdom…

Mrs Pache, Broomfield’s Deputy Head, is a woman with a passion for helping children achieve their best.  Her work in embedding pastoral care into school life means that children feel…