A celebration of 50 years of school wit and wisdom 

From the moment John Catt started to provide schools with publishing, marketing and consultancy services 50 years ago, it has been clear that the world of education provides fine examples of good communication - and a rich vein of humour.

To celebrate our Golden Jubilee we have, with the help of Dr Nigel Richardson, former Head of The Perse Schol in Cambridge, Chairman of HMC and Editor of Conference & Common Room, assembled this collection of anecdotes, jokes and stories.