NEW SCHOOL HISTORY - ON SALE NOW
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'Independent Vision: A History of the Portsmouth Grammar School' tells how the city's oldest school, founded in 1732, survived its modest beginnings and evolved under a succession of far-sighted heads to become one of the country's leading independent, co-educational day schools.
In a lively and witty narrative and sumptuously illustrated with more than 200 reproductions of prints, photographs and paintings, professional historian Nigel Watson unravels the compelling story of PGS, intrinsically linked with, and grounded in, the history of one of Britain's greatest naval ports.
Headmaster James Priory says: “More than 275 years ago Dr William Smith turned vision into reality and I am delighted we are able to celebrate the school's growth in stature and confidence with this new history.
Hundreds of people from the school community have contributed to its research, including a series of wonderfully innovative Year 9 history projects.
What emerges is a school which is proud of its traditions and city roots, but eager to look beyond itself to the wider community it serves. As the story of how Portsmouth's oldest school grew to enjoy a national reputation, this book shows brilliantly the transforming power of an independent vision.”
HOW TO BUY
Collect from the School
The book costs £24.99 and can be bought from the school Bursary or Main Reception between the hours of 9am and 4.30pm, Monday to Friday.
Receive by Post
Please contact the Development Office if you would like to receive a copy by post.
Tel. 023 9268 1385 or e-mail s.merton@pgs.org.uk
Tel. 023 9268 1385 or e-mail s.merton@pgs.org.uk
For further information please call 023 92 360036.
