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Norman Garrard:
I went to the local grammar school. It was an all-boys’ school, and we all had to wear uniform. We didn’t mix much with children from other schools. It was a bit snobbish, I suppose. The syllabus was very academic. I wish the school had been co-educational. I was terribly shy of girls for a couple of years after I left school simply because I hadn’t met many.
Freddie Tipper:
I left school when 1 was 15, and I was glad to get out. I wanted to start earning a living as soon as possible in the real world. Most of the teachers were boring, and they didn’t seem to understand us. I think teachers are overpaid, and their holidays are too long. I don’t know what they’re always complaining about.
Samantha Wharton:
I was at a big comprehensive—nearly 2000 students. Because it was so big there was a wide choice of subjects and I liked that. I suppose it was a bit impersonal sometimes. I often wished it had been smaller, but the teaching was very good and there were lots of extra activities. I played in the school orchestra and helped to produce the school newspaper.
William Bunter:
I went to Eton, actually. I suppose I had a very privileged education. Academic standards were very high and I was able to go on to Oxford. The thing I remember most is the comradeship. The friendships I made there have lasted through my life. My only regret about boarding-school is that I didn’t get to know my parents very well. I didn’t see much of them after the age of eight.
Darren Andrews:
I went to a little village school. We were all together—boys and girls of all ages. It was like one big, happy family. It was difficult for the teacher of course—different ages and abilities—but the older children helped the younger ones. I think it was a good preparation for life. My school days were very happy. I never passed any exams, but I don’t regret going to my little village school.
Now match each of the speakers (16 to 20) to the appropriate statement.
Note: there are two extra statements.
Statements

• [A] I appreciated close relationship with my friends.
• [B] Teachers should be better paid.
• [C] I didn’t have chance to meet many girls.
• [D] I was satisfied with our school activities.
• [E] I was glad to spend every weekend with my parents.
• [F] Working is better than studying.
• [G] I didn’t have any good marks.

Norman Garrard