Jane McQuitty
Clare Underwood
Tom Wilson
Jane joined us in 2013 as the Psychology Department rapidly expanded, only having been introduced as a subject available in College the year before. She brought with her a wealth of experience both in teaching and in working in an independent school. She remained with us until Christmas of 2019 working as a superb Psychology teacher, impassioned and skilled hockey coach and dedicated Lower College tutor for Ashmead. Whether it was on the hockey pitch, in House or the classroom, Jane was measured, reliable, fair and totally committed. She approached everything she did with enthusiasm and a real ‘can do’ attitude. Her work ethic was impeccable and she took on new challenges with a genuine desire to ‘make it work’. I know that she will do a stellar job in her promotion to Head of Department at The King’s School, Gloucester. Many pupils have much to thank Jane for, in her excellent teaching, going above and beyond in supporting them in their preparation for A Level exams, and genuine desire to care for their development and wellbeing. We wish her and her family (three quarters of whom are still based at College) every health and happiness for the future.
Between shifts in the Art Department, Clare may be found under the bonnet of one of her vintage cars, weekend camping, spinning fire poi or running to the post office to pick up parcels including an array of car parts or 1950s clothing from ebay.
It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to Tom. He has firmly cemented his credentials as an excellent teacher of Chemistry and Biology over the past three years. It is fair to say that Tom has certainly cut his teeth and perfected his craft at College. Tom’s deadpan delivery and gentle giant approach have resounded with many a class and have allowed pupils to flourish under his wing. Tom is a leader of teaching and learning and has brought many new developments into the Chemistry Department. His use of pupil feedback is unparalleled and he inspires us to think about the way we teach. In addition, he is a passionate sports coach whose love of the game (be it hockey or cricket) overflows to the pupils’ advantage. Perhaps above all he is a kind and patient Resident Tutor in Christowe; qualities that are a pre-requisite of the role which he naturally holds in abundance. His tireless energy and willingness to go above and beyond is valued so highly by the House team. Tom introduced House breakfasts, commendation recitals, ran House trips and much more. Always there to be relied upon, day or night, Tom has been a blessing to Christowe. He is an all-round schoolmaster whose career is just starting. We wish him and Charlotte well in the Seychelles. He will be sorely missed.
Tricia Norman
First employed as the Art Department Technician in 2005, Clare has worked as a much-valued part of the Department machine: she is the vital builder of bespoke canvasses and installation spaces; curator of exhibitions; and provider of art equipment extraordinaire. She has also been an essential fount of knowledge for a great many pupils over the years, providing valuable, technical experience which the pupils appreciate greatly. Working alongside the pupils across the Department has been a highlight of Clare’s job and so we hope that her ambitions to undergo more teaching practice will come to happy fruition in the future, (especially if there is any welding involved). We wish Clare very well as she embarks on the new and adventurous part of her life journey.
Jo Millar
James Copeland-Jordan and Todd Freedman
Acknowledgements
Editorial Notes
The editors would like to thank the following for allowing the use of their photographs in this publication:
Old boarding Houses will be named in full. The following abbreviations for current boarding Houses:
• a day magazine (adaymagazine.com), Thailand, for the picture ‘Jean’ in Jean Vatchara’s article
A Ashmead
• Andy Banks
BH Boyne House
• Cheltenham College Archives
Ch Chandos
• Cheltenham College Marketing Department; especially Rich Watts, Dion Douglas and Nicole Njagi
CL College Lawn Xt Christowe
• The Cheltonian Society
H Hazelwell
• Childcare Department, Brasov, Romania
L Leconfield
• Gillman & Soame UK Ltd
NH Newick House
• Jacob Fisher
Q Queen’s
• Rob Hall
S Southwood
• John Jones
W Westal
• Julia Hande • Sports Leaders UK • Vanessa Grant Trust • Shamrock School, Nepal • Clare Underwood
To comply with changes to GDPR legislation, we have sought consent to publish names and images. If consent has not been received, regrettably, mentions of this individual have been limited to first names or, if necessary, have been removed. If you would like to give consent, please contact dataprotection@cheltenhamcollege.org
Our thanks Too many to list here, but many thanks go to the great number of pupils, teachers, support staff, OCs and Housemasters and Housemistresses who have kindly provided articles, information and images for this edition. The editor, Jane Brodigan, would like to thank Kate Human, Sarah Thompson, Sebastian Bullock and Malcolm Sloan for their work on the wonderful Cheltonian Society content, to Rich Watts and Mary Plint for their expert input and to Laurette Thomas for her exhaustive technical editing, proof-reading, patience and moral support. On behalf of Cheltenham College, the editor would like to express our gratitude to Mat Jolly of Jolly Good Design.
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