Headmaster, Dr Evans, led a series of seven assemblies for all year groups in Big School, where he reflected on Reading School’s rich history and shared his vision for the year ahead and beyond. Dr Evans was joined by distinguished guests of honour, including Peter Whitehead (ORA 1966–1974), Angelo Amorelli (OR 1973–1980), Stefan Sanders (OR 1979–1986), Ken Brown (OR 1955–1963 and ORA Archivist), and Richard Walter (OR 1990–1997 and son of longstanding former geography teacher and RAF section leader of the CCF, Mr. Tom Walter).

Together, they personally presented every student with a commemorative 900th Anniversary pin badge, generously sponsored by the Reading School Parents Association. These badges are a symbol of pride for students to wear throughout our historic anniversary year.