Ron Driver
Ronald Driver was at the Duke of Bedford School, Thorney from April 1947 to December 1977.
He trained at Peterborough Training College after leaving the army and became responsible for art throughout the school. He became deputy headmaster in 1953
Excellent in all artistic skills, he taught art, stage design and model making. Most of the printing needed for school events was produced by his students under his supervision. He gave unstintingly of his time for any school activity and he was excellent with older children, who respected him thoroughly.
He coached children in field athletics, particularly the throwing events, and was chairman of the Peterborough Schools Athletic Championships. His interests included walking, photography and bird-watching.
Photo: The Thorney Society Archive.
Ron Driver
Ronald Driver was at the Duke of Bedford School, Thorney from April 1947 to December 1977.
He trained at Peterborough Training College after leaving the army and became responsible for art throughout the school. He became deputy headmaster in 1953
Excellent in all artistic skills, he taught art, stage design and model making. Most of the printing needed for school events was produced by his students under his supervision. He gave unstintingly of his time for any school activity and he was excellent with older children, who respected him thoroughly.
He coached children in field athletics, particularly the throwing events, and was chairman of the Peterborough Schools Athletic Championships. His interests included walking, photography and bird-watching.
Photo: The Thorney Society Archive.