[Margaret Pilkington]

How very sad Less. I enjoyed most of my school life(well except for sport and netball).
I had some teachers who took a real interest in my progress. One of these was Miss Croston...she taught Art and English and it was her first placement after graduating(I think).
I am pleased that your bad experiences were (to some degree) erased by your learning experience in higher education.
Higher education is a lot different to attending school though.
You are legally bound to go to school, but higher education is a choice. Learners who choose to educate themselves do far better than those who are forced into education.
I spent a lot of time in trying to make up for the window gazing I did when I should have been paying attention.