He came to us from Fishguard, which had recently become a bi-lateral school and his association with Fishguard, both school and town, was so longstanding that his departure for the English South must have come as a distinct shock to those who had come to regard him as permanently rooted in the North of the county. His experience of the bi-lateral system fitted him well for taking charge of our unusual combination of grammar and technical education. That he was a firm disciplinarian we had heard in advance; that he would be a friend we sincerely hoped. We were soon to discover that he was both—the Spring 1959 edition of “Penvro” produced the following unsolicited tribute from the pupil editorial board; “We have found not only a leader but a very dear friend.” One is reminded of Goldsmith’s lines: “Yet he was kind, or if severe in aught, The love he bore to learning was in fault.” There are many who have cause to remember Mr. Roberts for his willingness to put himself to great trouble on behalf of those who needed his help.

During the ten years of Mr. Roberts’ tenure of office, the school has enjoyed a period of stability, in great part due to the Headmaster’s ability as an administrator, particularly in financial matters.

Those who now breathe sighs of relief that the debt on the organ is cleared can thank Mr. Roberts for his unstinting efforts to make this possible.

TC Roberts with Bush House staff & students in 1960
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