…informing him of the poor condition of the instrument, and asking for an overhaul. GJP

9 May 1952

Dr. Maufy called in to see whether anything had been done about the piano.

14 May 1952

School was fumigated last night, after the notification of a second case of scarlet fever, by men from the W.B.U.D.C. Health Dept. Sprays were used, and have made a great deal of mess on cupboard doors, walls, blackboards and hall windows. This reported to and inspected by Mr. G. Holden, who also looked at all the outside toilets.

16 May 1952

Accident to Brian Slater, 6 yrs. on road outside school, just before 1.30 p.m. Child taken by ambulance to Tynemouth Hospital, where admitted suffering from fractured leg. Office notified.

16 May 1952

Nurse carried out cleanliness inspection.

19 May 1952

Miss Jacques inspected P.T. in all classes.

20 May 1952

A protective railing is being erected outside the school gate.

22 May 1952

School will be closed tomorrow as all teachers are attending N.U.T. Refresher Course.

30 May 1952

School closes tonight for Whitsuntide - two days.