Everyone has been to school and so has a view point on education. For over 18 years I was the headteacher of a large and successful secondary school in Bournemouth, the last three of which was spent getting us through covid and coming out the other side! Having just retired but not quite ready to put my feet up, I am now working as a celebrant leading funerals and weddings! In my spare time I am also passionate about magic and am a member of the Magic Circle. I would love to share with you my own experiences as a headteacher and my thoughts on education today and what really matters. My aim is to inform, amuse and set you thinking in equal measure! There might even be a trick or two in my talk!