Trentham Gardens, circa 1963
Although we went to Trentham Gardens on several occasions, there is only one that I remember really well. That’s because …
Bob Cummings
School Trip to Paris – 1962
It was decided that a ten day trip to Paris would be a wonderful opportunity to help with our grasp …
Mr Newton P.E. Teacher
Mr Newton took us for Physical Education. I suppose he was in his mid forties although I have often been …
What was going on next door to Ward Hall?
One sunny afternoon during lunch break there was a ripple of activity round the toilets on the top floor in …
Mr Crotty
Mr Crotty took me for Geography at Ward Hall, my first year at Xaverian. His teaching technique was, shall we …
Mr Connolly gets his revenge – Part II
My very last day at Xavs arrived – sometime in May 1965. It had already become obvious to me (and …
Mr Connolly gets his revenge part I
Because I was having doubts about many of the beliefs of the catholic church, I thought seriously about questions I …
Xaverian Prize Night
Xaverian College Prize Night used to take place in the Free Trade Hall, Manchester. I do remember the last one …
Mr Connolly
Mr Connolly was a big man, tall, somewhat stout and wore glasses. I think he may have taken English but …
Xaverian College – My School Report 1962
As can be seen from this report in 1962, I was performing quite well being fifth in class out of thirty …