“The character of our graduates is the key to their future success. Hopefully, when we blend these things together – our Anglican foundation, our virtues, our mission, and our dynamic programme – we create a fantastic experience for our boys.”
staff, I have been valued and acknowledged and we have been able to achieve so much together for the College community,” Garth says. He has also enjoyed working alongside parents and Old Boys through their committees. “From Old Boy Posters to House Music in the Town Hall, so much has been achieved.” However, Garth knows there will be challenges for his successor. “College is not an easy business to run when balancing the needs
of the boys, the programme we wish to offer, and the reality of our heritage campus,” he says. “The value though for the parents of an independent, faith-based school for boys sees the future secure. “Christchurch has been a lovely, sweet place to live and, along with my wife, Annie, we have enjoyed it. I have been extraordinarily fortunate to have Annie alongside me in my career, as my counsel and supporter. Any success attributed to me is a direct reflection of the people who have surrounded me.”
Garth is looking forward to his new role with Round Square, working with – and supporting – a range of schools committed to character and experiential education across the globe, and returning to his home base of Brisbane. He leaves College in great heart and the College mission is “our ongoing aspiration in all that we do … Each boy at his best”.
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