Dick Strevens............ 4th March, 2006.........The long history of the School is a splendid piece of work and I read it with a great deal of interest. It reinforces my considered opinion that HH Shephard laid very firm foundations for his pupils. What a great scholar and Christian gentleman he was. We all owe him a very great deal
I can recall a prayer that he used regularly at assembly that included the wish that 'we should be kept free from pride, vanity, boasting and forwardness'. This was followed by 'and give us the air that......'
I'd be glad to hear from any Old Boy who can refresh my memory.