A decorated former SAS soldier and novelist has undergone a gruelling mission of a very different kind – being interrogated by school students.

It’s an educational debate that has raged for generations – and it’s one that shows no signs of dying down anytime soon. The big question is, and seemingly always will be, whether there is more value in a preparatory education or learning at an all-through school?

The gates have reopened fully at an independent school in Liphook – for the first time since last December.

In the wake of Captain Sir Tom Moore capturing the hearts and minds of a nation with his momentous charity trek, caring young pupils from a school in Liphook have followed in his fundraising footsteps.

Highfield and Brookham Schools have been awarded the title of ‘Silver Shakespeare School’ by Coram Shakespeare Schools Foundation. This award recognises the commitment Highfield and Brookham Schools have shown to the performing arts and in providing inspiring opportunities for their students over the years.

Year 4 children from Highfield and Brookham Schools in Liphook have been fundraising for a brilliant local fundraiser. They spent last weekend raising money to provide tea, coffee and treats for the ICU staff at the Royal Surrey County Hospital in Guildford. Their way of saying a big thank you.