I attended Barstable Grammar and Technical School in Basildon, Essex, from 1962 to 1966, between the ages of 13 and 17. Some of the stories and notes in this reflection are from memory, while others have been gathered by researching a school website (see references at the end). Additionally, I will include documents, photos, and links to internet sources, such as the Barstable School Facebook page, which is now inactive.
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