Pupils of New Earswick Primary School, York, with some of the instruments bought in memory of their former head teacher Herbert Sherriff
PUPILS at a York primary school have been enjoying the use of a selection of musical instruments bought in memory of a former head teacher.
Herbert Glandfield Sherriff was head teacher at New Earswick Primary School from 1965-1986.
Following his death in December 2009 a service of thanksgiving was held in which children sang to collect money for the York Children’s Trust.
The Trust agreed to use the money to purchase a lasting memorial for Mr Sherriff and engraved dedication plaques have been attached to each instrument.
Current head teacher Carole Dickson said: “The school is deeply grateful to Mr Sherriff’s family and the York Children’s Trust for their generosity.”
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