It is with great trepidation I am informing you of my upcoming Retirement at Christmas. I have been in teaching for over 40 years and I have loved all of those years “most” of the time. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at St. Patrick’s. I describe and refer to it as my “homecoming” as I have lived my life 1½ miles from the school.

I would like to thank all of you from the bottom of my heart for all of the support I have received from all of you over the last 6 years. For me it has been an extremely difficult decision to make, however I feel the time is right.

St. Patrick’s will always have a special place in my heart – it is a nurturing, respectful and very welcoming school community. I feel these qualities have been extended to me over the years. It has been an honour and a pleasure to work with children, staff and parents. Your children are fabulous and I will miss each and everyone of them.

Once more thank you for your support. I am sure when I leave, the school will go from strength to strength.

Many, many thanks,

Ann Marie Boyd (Head Teacher)