Northern high school celebrates 70th anniversary

Saturday, 25 June 2016 00:00

Some of the items of school uniform on display during the event

Ramsey Grammar School has been celebrating its 70th anniversary with students and teachers - old and new.

The northern high school has invited ex-pupils and staff to return to the building for tours and to exchange experiences with the current pupils.

The school has been putting an increased importance on 'living history' by inviting guests in to discuss their own experiences of history with the younger generation.

Andrew Wilkinson is a history teacher - he explains some of the things which have changed:

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