Graham Stuart, Member of Parliament for Beverley and Holderness, met the new Headteacher of Holderness Academy, Neal Holder, to discuss his ambitious plans to raise standards in the school over the coming years.
During his tour, Graham spoke to Neal about the steps that he and his staff are taking to give their pupils the best possible education by living out their school’s values: aspiration, resilience, kindness and respect. He was joined for his visit by the South West Holderness Ward Councillors John Dennis and Sue Steel.
The school has been through a tumultuous period over recent years with multiple Headteachers. Graham is supportive of Neal’s mission to provide stability to the school community and he looks forward to seeing their next OFSTED report reflecting the hard work of everyone at Holderness Academy.
Graham also had interesting conversations with pupils, who were keen to talk to him about their plans for the future: one has a goal of being a mechanical engineer while another plans to go into music production. The students also had insightful questions about Graham’s role in Parliament. The MP plans to return to the school for a political discussion with students and inspire them to take up public service.
Neal Holder, who is the Headteacher of Holderness Academy, said: “It was fantastic to welcome Graham to Holderness Academy and tell him about our plans to ensure our pupils thrive. The students were excited to speak to Graham about a range of political issues and we hope he can come back soon to continue these interesting discussions.”
Beverley and Holderness MP Graham Stuart commented: “I was really impressed with the students I met at Holderness Academy. They were bright, curious, and interested in politics. I understand they are receiving first-class career guidance which helps them to form their goals to be musicians, engineers and politicians. It was good to meet the school’s new Head, Neal Holder, too. He is leading the school with stability and ambition as he aims to raise the school to Outstanding over the next five years.”
