Letter received - 20th March 2008
Dear Mr Richardson
I am writing to congratulate and thank you for the Dance and Gymnastics classes that you have been running at Whiston Worrygoose over the past year.
My daughter Holly has attended both classes and thoroughly enjoyed herself which is particularly pleasing as Holly has been known in the past to be apprehensive and seemingly intimidated by new ventures particularly when run be a male instructor. (not that you will have noticed under your instruction!)
Parents and carers had the opportunity to watch an end of term Dance performance this week and it was clearly evident that the children involved were thoroughly enjoying themselves, putting a great deal of effort and thought into their routines.
Your closing comments to the children, which included a thank you to them from yourself and letting them know that you had also gained something from your time with them was touching to me as a parent and more importantly will also be a great source of encouragement to the children. You have a unique teaching method where you seem to retain complete control and respect whilst allowing the children great scope for self expression. You certainly have something ‘special’ in your chosen field of work.
So, Thank you for all your efforts — they are much appreciated and respected. do hope that your work long continues within the school.
Julie Thompson - Parent