Dominican College

Fortwilliam (as it’s more commonly known) was my secondary school and I have to say, I have nothing but fond memories of the place.
Structurally, it’s unrecognisable compared to how it was when I was a pupil. Thanks to a massive grant, the entire school was pretty much rebuilt. It was much needed though, because Fortwilliam used to be one of those schools that was about 50% mobile classrooms (some of which had been around from the 1950s! Actually.) Now, it’s a thoroughly modern school with all the amenities you could expect from a grammar school.
I always found that the staff at the school really cared for the pupils, and as a result there was a real sense of community about the place. I’m sure some would disagree with me, but my experience was that I made some true friends there and was supported the whole way through my years there.
Aw…I’m feeling all nostalgic now… must go set up a Fortwilliam Appreciation Society on Facebook!