Attention: You are using an outdated browser, device or you do not have the latest version of JavaScript downloaded and so this website may not work as expected. Please download the latest software or switch device to avoid further issues.

News > Alumni News > "Poetry is making words dance." Giles Andreae, OS,1974 -1979

"Poetry is making words dance." Giles Andreae, OS,1974 -1979

Giles Andreae is the creator of 'Purple Ronnie' and an acclaimed children's author. "It is unlikely that I would be doing what I am doing now had it not been for my time at Summer Fields."
Giles Andreae, poet, children's author, illustrator talks about his career.
Giles Andreae, poet, children's author, illustrator talks about his career.

To view this News Article

Similar stories

Gertrude Maclaren - we have just two photographs of her.

In a world where girls were rarely given an academic education, Gertrude emerged as a young woman with an extraordinary knowledge of the Classics. More...

Justin Wong in Imperial College's 2021 team for University Challenge

In the last 160 years, 436 SF boys have won King’s Scholarships at Eton (and many others have won awards at Winchester and other fine schools). How m… More...

Lawrence Clarke (OS, 1998–2003), the 110 metres hurdler who came 4th in 2012

With excitement building as the Paris Olympics draw near, Andrew Bishop investigates the Summer Fields connections with the Olympic Games. More...

Most read

King Charles III and Queen Camilla

APWB takes a look at the King's Coronation from a Summer Fields angle. More...

Sir Christopher Slade, pictured here with former Headmaster, Robin Badham-Thornhill opening Savage's

Old Summerfieldian, former parent and Chairman of Governors, Sir Christopher was a loyal friend and long-standing supporter of the school. More...

Willy loved his cake featuring Uncle Bulgaria

What better way to celebrate your 81st birthday than in the company of family and good friends. More...

Share your news

 

© 2023 Summer Fields 

Summer Fields School Trust LTD, Mayfield Road, Oxford OX2 7EN - Registered Charity No. 309683