Gang Show stars and a gentle reminder about emails to staff

Last night marked the opening of the 2026 Marple Scouts and Guides Gang Show, and I couldn’t let the moment pass without a huge well done to every young person and adult involved. I thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the performance. The Gang Show tradition is something special in our community. A blend of creativity, teamwork, courage and sheer joy, and once again our students have stepped up magnificently. Whether performing under the lights or supporting friends from the audience, their positivity and commitment shone through.

A particular thank you goes to the volunteers, leaders and parents who give up countless evenings and weekends to make the show possible. Like the scouting movement itself, community projects like this don’t just happen, they are built on goodwill, graft and a shared belief in young people. Many Gang Shows have fallen by the wayside and so hats off to the volunteers who keep the Marple gang on the road. To everyone contributing to yesterday’s opening performance: you should be incredibly proud. You make Marple a richer, kinder, more vibrant place.

A gentle reminder about emails

A quick word on communication with school via email. We always want to be as responsive as possible when parents and carers get in touch, but it’s worth remembering that teachers and non teaching staff are not usually sat at their desks during the school day. They may be teaching, supporting students, dealing with safeguarding matters, on duty, in meetings, leading activities, preparing equipment etc. This means that replies to emails are not always immediate. Please bear with us and allow staff the time they need to respond thoughtfully. Polite patience from parents and carers really does help, and it means we can give each query the attention it deserves. If an issue is urgent then by all means call reception and we’ll help as soon as we can. Thanks, as always, for your understanding.

Have a great weekend,

Joe Barker

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