STEM Ambitions - Routes to Success

August 19, 2026

At Norwich School, STEM learning extends far beyond the classroom. Through outstanding facilities in Horsefair House and inspiring teaching, pupils develop the confidence to investigate, experiment and excel. There is no question that this was reflected in this year’s A Level results. So, we caught up with just a few of our scientists to find out what’s next for them.

Emmanuel Milne - Medicine at Cardiff

Emmanuel joined us for Sixth Form and certainly made the most of all the opportunities on offer here at Norwich School. He studied Biology, Chemistry and Maths at A Level, achieving A*AA respectively. Alongside his studies he was heavily involved in co-curricular life; he was a dedicated member of the choir Close Shaves and took part in Jazz Night, Musical Theatre Nights and various concerts throughout the year. After Norwich School, he will be volunteering in Thailand for a gap year before heading off to Cardiff University to study Medicine, with the hopes of becoming a GP. Emmanuel has taken this path as he hopes to help and serve people, and this has been reflected through his role as a Senior Prefect, supporting the Pastoral Prefects and encouraging peer support school wide.

Here's what Emmanuel said he loved the most about being a pupil at Norwich School - "The community and friends … and the food. I am also looking forward to ON activities and staying connected."

Tom Irvine - Medicine at Cambridge

Tom joined Norwich School in Lower 1 and has been an active member of school life throughout his time here. In his own words, he leaves with “11 years' worth of fond memories”. The final year of his Norwich School journey saw him appointed to the role of Senior Prefect with an interest in expanding participation in co-curricular life at the school, which is something he embodied throughout his time here. Tom was always involved in music, particularly in the Jazz Band and choirs. Alongside this, Tom is a keen sportsman, a valued member of the Boys 1st XI Hockey team and Captain for the 25/26 Academic Year. At A Level Tom studied triple science; Biology, Chemistry and Physics and achieved 3 A* grades. In September, he will be going to the University of Cambridge to study Medicine with the aim of becoming a consultant. Tom felt Medicine was the clear choice for him due to its combination of science and human interaction; you can help people whilst continuously learning.

India-Rose Fox – Medicine at Nottingham

India-Rose Fox joined Norwich School in Lower 1 and has taken part in every aspect of school life. India was a sports scholar and as a dedicated member of the Girls 1st XI Cricket team, the Girls 1st XI Hockey team and the Girls' 1st XI Football team, she truly was a triple threat. Alongside this, India has taken part in Senior School musicals as well as various other productions in her earlier years, most notably as the Wicked Witch of the East in a spirited production of The Wizard of Oz. She also sang in the Senior Girls Choir G-Force. She was the perfect fit as Senior Prefect with a focus on Pupil Participation, given her contribution to all aspects of Norwich School life. Despite being heavily involved in co-curricular life, this hasn't taken away from her academics, studying Biology, Chemistry and Maths and achieving A*A*A respectively. She is now going on to study Medicine at Nottingham University with the hopes of becoming a surgeon.

Here's what India loved most about being a pupil at Norwich School: " The opportunity to do literally everything I want – whether that’s sport, music or other things I’ve been involved in. It’s all been possible, alongside studies."

Sruthi Santosh – Medicine at UCL

Sruthi has been at Norwich School since Fifth Form and ended her time as Nelson House Captain, a role model for members in her house from Lower 4 and above. Sruthi studied Biology, Psychology and Chemistry at A Level achieving a respective A*A*A which will take her to UCL to study Medicine. Sruthi has always wanted to study medicine and her time at Norwich School has only clarified this. She did her Community Service with Able2B, enjoying working with children and actively making a difference, which led her onto the discovery that she might specialise in children's medicine. Despite her academic commitments, Sruthi has still been an active member of performing arts at Norwich School – taking part in various school musicals and a valued member of the Senior Dance Company. Alongside this, she is also a keen hockey player.

Here's what Sruthi loved most about being a pupil at Norwich School: "The opportunities. Being able to do a wide range of things from volunteering to musicals and sport. Plus making so many friends."

Isio Emore - Medicine at UCL

Isio joined Norwich School in Lower 4 and has been prominent member of the community throughout her time here. She was a key member of the U19 Netball squad at Norwich School, her time culminating in going to Nationals and achieving an impressive placing of 11th in the country; an experience which she described as 'magical'. Isio has also been involved in the clubs and societies programme, specifically the Green Group. At A Level she studied Biology, Maths and Chemistry, achieving A*A*A respectively, which secured her a place at UCL to study Medicine from September. What drew Isio to Medicne was the various career paths that it offers such as clinical work, medical technology and start-ups, a medical degree can open many more doors than just being a doctor. Isio isn't entirely sure what the future holds with ambitions of becoming a doctor or an entrepreneur. Maybe both!

Isio says what she will miss the most about Norwich School is " The whole Norwich School experience; the buildings, the memories, the friends, the familiarity of every day – it feels like home."

Georgia Lloyd - Psychological and Behavioural Science at Cambridge

Georgia joined Norwich School in Lower 4 and has been an active member of the school community throughout her time with us. Most notably, she took part in the performing arts programme, enjoying annual highlights such as Gala Night, the Senior Dance Festival and Jazz Night. Georgia studied PRE, Psychology and Maths at A Level and achieved triple A*, which granted her a place at the University of Cambridge to study Psychological and Behavioural Science. She says has gone down this path due to a fascination of the link between science and philosophy; her interests bridge the gap between traditional science and the social sciences. With this, there is an array of career options for Georgia such as continuing her academic pursuits into research, counselling and plenty more.

Georgia's fondest memory of Norwich School was "Helping lead house shout and coming 7th out of 8 but having a great time doing it!”

Josie Dixon - Marine Biology at St Andrews

Josie joined Norwich School in Lower 4 and ended her time with us as Captain of Parker House, leading and supporting pupils school wide. Josie valued co-curricular life at Norwich School especially sport, in which she was a dedicated member of the Girls U19 Netball squad. She says one of her most precious memories of the last year was getting to the national netball finals, which she described as “incredible – especially that we finally managed to do it in our last year." Additionally, Josie plays the bassoon and has been an integral part of the school's Green Group. At A Level she studied Biology, Maths and Physics and achieved A*A*A respectively. Josie will now go on to study Marine Biology at St Andrews to achieve her life-long dream of becoming a Marine Biologist specialising in marine mammals.

Jeremy Lo – Computer Science at Bristol

Jeremy joined Norwich School in Fifth Form and has embraced every aspect of school life and being part of the Norwich School community. He has thrived in music, playing the violin in many performances, as well as singing in choirs. In addition, he loved Cross Country - particularly noting the " camaraderie of fellow pupils and coaches supporting and cheering for you on". A highlight of Jeremy's time at Norwich school was a Chinese New Year Cathedral service where he sang alongside another pupil in the pulpit, a truly memorable occasion. Jeremy studied Maths, Physics and Computer Science at A Level and is going on to Bristol to study Computer Science with hopes to go onto Cyber Security at GSHQ or coming back to school to teach. Certainly, he has been inspired by the people here at Norwich School and says he has loved “the staff [who] are so helpful, kind and offer so much encouragement.” Maybe he will return one day to inspire the next generation.

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Upper 1 Enjoy 'The Big Bible Story'

By Eleanor Lewis • November 5, 2026

Upper 1 had a fantastic time visiting Norwich Cathedral for ‘The Big Bible Story’! We explored lots of different parts of the Bible, discovering some of its best-known stories. The children loved the chance to dress up as a bishop and learn all about their role as a shepherd, linking this to the wonderful story of the Good Shepherd. We became story detectives, searching the Cathedral’s beautiful stained-glass windows and ceiling bosses for clues about the stories from the Old and New Testaments. We also found out more about two important Christian traditions – Baptism and Holy Communion (Eucharist). There was so much to see, discover and talk about, and we had a brilliant time bringing our Religious Education learning to life! "I liked learning about baptism and looking at the font." - Yuvraj "My favourite bit was the Good Shepherd story." - Roshy

A Magnificent Geography Trip to Iceland

By Eleanor Lewis • November 1, 2026

Over half term, 29 pupils and 4 staff spent 5 unforgettable days in a land of fire and ice. Our adventure began, as soon as we landed, at the Bridge between the Continents on the Reykjanes Peninsula, where we stood astride the Eurasian and North American plates as they slowly drift apart. The next day, at Þingvellir National Park, we saw the same rift on a grander scale, in the very place where Iceland's first parliament met in 930. We watched Strokkur erupt every few minutes at the Geysir geothermal area, admired the thunder, spray and rainbows of Gullfoss, and then went underground into the Raufarhólshellir lava tunnel, formed over 5,000 years ago. Day 3 took us along the south coast, past the waterfalls of Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss, where we saw the falls from different angles, both above and behind! We then travelled to the black sand and basalt columns of Reynisfjara, where the power of the Atlantic was plain to see. In the afternoon, pupils strapped on crampons and helmets and walked on Sólheimajökull glacier. Standing on ice that has been there for centuries, and seeing for ourselves how quickly it is retreating, made climate change feel personal in a way no textbook can. That night, we saw the northern lights! Ribbons of green light danced overhead, as the entire hotel descended into the car park to watch. It is something none of us will ever forget. On our last full day, the Lava Centre explained the forces behind everything we had seen, and we then visited the steaming fumaroles and bubbling mud pools of Hveradalir. After exploring Reykjavík, we watched molten lava flow at the Lava Show and soared over the whole country at FlyOver Iceland, which left us all wanting to come back. On our final morning, we stood beside the still-steaming lava fields of Nátthagi, formed by the recent Fagradalsfjall eruptions, before a well-earned soak in the Blue Lagoon! None of it would have been the same without our amazing guide, Karen. Her knowledge was extraordinary and her passion for Iceland was infectious. She answered every question, however many we asked, and made every landscape feel like a story we were part of.

British Orienteering Junior Regional Championships

By Eleanor Lewis • October 23, 2026

Oscar PW, and Marcus R, competed as part of the East Anglia team at the British Orienteering Junior East Anglia came 7th overall, a fantastic achievement! Here is what Oscar and Marcus said about the event; "This was my first time competing for East Anglia, and I was running up an age category against runners two years older than me. I found the location for the first day quite challenging as there was very little to navigate by in places, which threw me off on some of the controls. I placed in the upper middle of the pack, which was a good result, although I felt I could have done better on another day. The venue for the relays on the second day felt easier to me, and I found the course less challenging. The runner before me in my team had put us in about 18th place, and I think I made a small improvement, taking us to 17th, and our final runner took us to 16th. Across the whole event, EAJS came 7th out of all the teams there, which was a great result considering we were one of the teams with the fewest runners." - Oscar "On the whole it was a very successful weekend for myself and east Anglia. with my individual performance I broke expectations as I was running up an age class, managing to earn an impressive 12th place. As east Anglia were the hosts, we had a good number of runners and a large number of relay teams. I ran the first leg for my team finishing 3 minutes behind the leader meaning we were right at the front of the race after my leg. Overall east Anglia once again performed better than predicted finishing 7th as a team, a very impressive weekend." - Marcus

Unspoken — New Works by Sophie Eade and Marion Stuart at The Crypt Gallery

By Eleanor Lewis • October 23, 2026

The Crypt Gallery, Norwich, presents Unspoken , a joint exhibition by artists Sophie Eade and Marion Stuart , bringing together new paintings and ceramics shaped by their shared interest in text, transcription, and the quiet charge of language. Working from a thematic starting point of writing , both artists explore how words shift when they move across materials — from page to clay, from conversation to surface, from the spoken to the withheld. Their works carry fragments of text that are often difficult to read, partially obscured or embedded within layers of slip, glaze, paint, and mark‑making. Meaning sits in plain sight, but not always immediately accessible. The viewer is invited to look closely, to navigate the tension between what is said and what is left unsaid. The ceramics in Unspoken hold words pressed, carved, or transcribed into stoneware and wild clays. Some phrases emerge clearly; others dissolve into surface. The paintings echo this approach, using text, gesture, repetition, and erasure to test how language behaves with canvas and colour. Together, the works form a conversation about communication — its failures, its hesitations, and its quiet insistence. Eade and Stuart both work at StudioDo a ceramics space in Norwich , where their studio practice is shaped by discussion, shared problem‑solving, and a mutual interest in how materials carry thought. This exhibition reflects that ongoing dialogue: two distinct practices meeting at the point where text becomes form. Unspoken invites audiences to consider how language is held, altered, and sometimes lost — and how meaning can remain even when words slip out of reach. Exhibition Dates: 24 November - 29 November, 10:00 - 17:00 Private View: 27 November, 17:30 - 20:00

Professor Chris Joby (79 - 85) launches new book at Norwich School

By Sonja Mitchell • October 19, 2026

Entitled 'Multilingualism and the Early Modern City: Language and Society in Norwich (1500-1750)', it is a fascinating read.

U4/L5 Enjoy an Academic Scholars’ Residential Trip to London

By Eleanor Lewis • October 17, 2026

We enjoyed another successful residential trip to London with 27 U4/L5 Academic Scholars. The aims of our trip were: To enjoy each other’s company outside of school. To learn more about our capital city- key sites of societal, historical and cultural significance and important works of art. To create links between curricular areas of interest and personal interest and develop new areas of interest. To spend time discussing what we encounter. To use this trip as an opportunity to gather information and exchange thoughts in preparation for sharing project work. Our programme was full and suitably varied with an eclectic mix of visits which included the Bank of England Museum, Dr Johnson’s House, Bow Street Museum of Crime and Justice, Tate Modern and the Foundling Museum. We also spent time completing a treasure hunt in teams around Bloomsbury which enabled us to discover all sorts of hidden gems away from the hubbub of central London. This programme allowed us to consider London from a broad variety of angles- historical, linguistic and societal as well as exploring local policing, the changing role of women and the phenomenal, yet challenging, world of contemporary art. It certainly gave us lots of talk about and reflect on. Project Work this year centres around linking all of the places we visited, whether thematically, through curriculum links or even chronologically. We are really looking forward to seeing what pupils come up with and enjoyed spending time with such an interested group of young people.

Music That Brings Us Together: Max Performs at Abbeyfield House

By Eleanor Lewis • October 16, 2026

Bringing musical joy to others, Lower School Captain Max W treated the residents of Abbeyfield House to a special impromptu musical performance. Max, a chorister at Norwich Cathedral, delighted his intimate audience with a beautiful performance of Bach’s Prelude No. 1 in G Major on the Cello, followed by a heartfelt vocal rendition of John Rutter’s All Things Bright and Beautiful. His music captivated the residents, who thoroughly enjoyed this special opportunity to experience live music up close. Following his performance, Max spent time chatting with residents, sharing his ambitions for the future and enjoying their company. It was a lovely reminder of the power of music to bring people together, brighten someone’s day and create meaningful connections across generations. Well done, Max! We are incredibly proud of the way you are using your musical talents to bring happiness and joy to others.

Join the Many More Voices Community Choir and Celebrate Christmas in Song

By Eleanor Lewis • October 16, 2026

If you love singing and are free on Monday evenings during term time, the Many More Voices choir would love to hear from you. No auditions – no experience or music-reading skills necessary. Join our choir and celebrate Christmas in song Our inclusive and welcoming community choir has strong links with Norwich School – many members have children who are current or former pupils – and we share a simple love of melody, friendship and fun. This term we’re focusing on Christmas, featuring a syncopated mashup of the traditional favourites O Come, O Come Emmanuel and Carol of the Bells, as well as the lilting A Cradle in Bethlehem and a plethora of seasonal singalongs which we’ll enjoy with residents of the Great Hospital on 13 December. From pop to folk and more Under the supportive guidance of conductor and pianist Diana Cripps, from September to July we rehearse and perform a varied repertoire spanning gospel, traditional songs, pop and folk. Everything is taught by ear, although sheet music is available for reference. And don’t let nerves put you off – the more we sing, the more confident we become. Experience the benefits of singing The positive benefits of joining a choir are well documented, from an endorphin rush to a sense of community and achievement. Whatever the day brings we always feel better at the end of a rehearsal or concert. Singing makes us happy, and singing with a lovely bunch of people makes us even happier. We rehearse on Monday evenings in the Norwich School music room or chapel from 18:30 - 20:00. You can check out our website for more information.

Rugby Round Up at the Start of Michaelmas 2026

By Eleanor Lewis • October 16, 2026

Senior Rugby The Senior Rugby programme got the term off to a strong start with an intensive pre-season, including a three-day training camp at Oakham School and a specialist coaching session with guest coach Harry Simmons, Head Coach of Leicester Tigers U18s, ahead of the annual Norwich School U18 Pre-Season Festival. The festival provided a valuable challenge for the U18 squad, who produced two closely contested performances against St Joseph’s College, Ipswich and Bedford School before finishing with an impressive victory against Duke of York’s Royal Military School. The term began with a pre-season fixture against The Leys School at Shelford Rugby Club, with both U18 and U16 matches taking place. The U18s secured a 38–24 victory, while the U16s narrowly lost 19–15. The first official block fixture saw Norwich take on Framlingham College, with both the 1st XV and 2nd XV recording convincing victories. The 1st XV won 36–10, with Sam Parretti delivering a standout performance. A particular highlight was Ned Francis finishing brilliantly in the corner after a dominant scrum and excellent handling through the backline created the space for him to score. The subsequent fixtures against St Joseph’s College, Ipswich, The Campion School, Essex, in the National Cup Round 1, and Felsted School proved challenging for the 1st XV. However, the team responded positively with a hard-fought 24–15 victory against Wymondham College. Lucas Ashton made a significant impact from the bench, bringing strong carries and defensive intensity. The 2nd XV also enjoyed an excellent afternoon against Wymondham College, securing a convincing 41–10 win, with George Davidson producing an industrious performance throughout. Inters Rugby The U15s began the term with a draw against Framlingham College before facing challenging fixtures against St Joseph’s College, Ipswich and Felsted School. They responded impressively in the National Vase Round 1, recording a dominant 45–5 victory over Wymondham College. Tom McCall, playing up from the U14s, was named Man of the Match following an outstanding performance. The U14s have made an excellent start to the term, securing three victories against Framlingham College, St Joseph’s College, Ipswich and Felsted School. The standout result came against Felsted, with Norwich recording a convincing 41–7 win. Sam Trickey and Tristan Knight shared Man of the Match honours, with Tristan scoring an impressive four tries. The U14s now look forward to the Bedford School Rugby Festival on 17 October, where they will test themselves against some of the strongest school rugby programmes across East Anglia and Southern England. Juniors Rugby The U13s opened the term with a challenging fixture against Gresham’s School before responding with an excellent 30–20 victory over St Joseph’s College. Tom McCardle and Teddy Pinder were among the standout performers. The squad then competed in a triangular fixture against Finborough School and Woodbridge School, securing a win against Woodbridge but narrowly missing out against Finborough. The U13s will now host the Norwich School U13 Mini Rugby Festival on Wednesday 14 October, welcoming Beeston Hall, Wymondham College, Town Close and Langley School for an exciting afternoon of rugby. The U12A squad also made a fantastic start to the term, opening with a convincing 45–5 victory against Gresham’s School. They followed this up with two further wins against Finborough School and Woodbridge School in a triangular fixture. Arthur Blyth and Jesse Morrell were among those producing particularly strong performances. The U12B squad have also enjoyed a successful start, winning both of their touch rugby fixtures against Gresham’s School and Finborough School. Overall, it has been an encouraging first half of term across all age groups, with strong performances, valuable learning experiences and plenty of positive signs for the weeks ahead. We look forward to building on this progress after half-term.

Hockey Highlights at the Start of Michaelmas 2026

By Eleanor Lewis • October 16, 2026

It has been an exciting and action-packed start to the Michaelmas Term for Girls’ Hockey at Norwich School. With a packed fixture programme, cup competitions and plenty of opportunities for development, the girls have embraced the first half of term with enthusiasm, determination and a fantastic attitude. From impressive victories to hard-fought contests against strong opposition, there has been much to celebrate across all age groups. Senior Hockey The 1XI have made a strong start to the season, delivering some impressive performances against quality opposition. A convincing 6–1 victory over UEA provided an excellent opening, followed by a commanding 5–1 win against Kimbolton in the first round of the Trophy Cup. The squad carried this momentum into Round 2, producing an outstanding team performance to defeat Wymondham College 11–0. The result reflected the girls' attacking quality, cohesion and growing confidence, with some excellent passages of hockey throughout. A challenging encounter against a talented Ipswich U18 side also proved a valuable experience, testing the squad's resilience and providing important opportunities for tactical development. The girls responded with determination and a strong work ethic, taking plenty of positives from the fixture. With a third-round Trophy Cup clash against The Perse approaching, the 1st XI will be eager to maintain their momentum and continue their cup campaign. The 2XI have been equally impressive, reaching the half-term break with an unbeaten record. A thrilling 3–2 victory over Ipswich was a particular highlight, with the girls demonstrating composure and determination in a closely contested, end-to-end encounter. Further convincing victories over Culford (4–1) and Felsted (6–0) have underlined the squad's excellent start to the season. The 3XI have also enjoyed success, securing a well-deserved victory over Culford. It was another encouraging performance, reflecting the squad's hard work and continued development throughout the opening weeks of the season. Across all three senior teams, it has been particularly encouraging to see the girls developing their tactical understanding, confidence and teamwork, while consistently demonstrating a strong commitment to representing the school. Inters Hockey Our U14 and U15 squads have enjoyed a busy and competitive first half of term, producing some excellent results while continuing to develop their skills and understanding of the game. The U15As opened their campaign with an impressive 3–0 victory over Langley, while the U15Bs delivered a superb 7–0 win against the same opposition. The teams have also been involved in some closely fought encounters, including a 2–2 draw for the U15As against Culford and a 2–2 draw for the U15Bs against Wymondham College. Both the U14As and U15As secured victories against Ipswich, further demonstrating the progress being made across the age groups. More recently, the U15 squads hosted Culford and Felsted in a triangular fixture afternoon, enjoying a particularly successful outing with victories in both matches. A standout result came from the U15Bs, who secured an excellent 3–0 win over Culford, highlighting their growing confidence and ability to perform as a team. Meanwhile, the U14 squads travelled to Felsted for their triangular fixtures, with both teams recording a draw and a narrow defeat. Despite the closely contested results, the afternoon provided valuable match experience, with the girls showing resilience, determination and an increasingly strong understanding of their roles on the pitch. It has been especially rewarding to see the U14s adapting to the demands of 11-a-side hockey, developing their positional awareness, decision-making and confidence with each fixture. The progress across both age groups has been encouraging, and there is plenty to build upon as the season continues. Junior Hockey Our Junior squads have made an enthusiastic start to the season, with a strong emphasis on developing fundamental skills, building confidence and gaining valuable competitive experience. The U12As have enjoyed some excellent results, recording victories over Gresham's and Wymondham College, while the U13As have also impressed with wins against Wymondham College and Witham Hall. These performances reflect the girls' growing confidence and their ability to transfer the skills developed in training into competitive situations. A recent block of fixtures against Woodbridge, hosted at Harleston, provided another excellent afternoon of hockey. With plenty of closely contested, end-to-end matches, the girls were challenged to make quick decisions, work together effectively and apply the principles covered in training, particularly their PCA work. At Junior level, our priority remains creating a positive and enjoyable environment in which every player feels confident to develop, challenge themselves and embrace new opportunities. It has been wonderful to see the enthusiasm and energy the girls bring to both training and matches, alongside the progress they are making individually and collectively. Hockey outside of School Alongside our extensive school hockey programme, it has been fantastic to see a number of girls continuing to pursue their hockey ambitions beyond school. We are fortunate to have players involved in county and East Talent Academy pathways, as well as those competing at National League level for their respective clubs. These opportunities are a reflection of the girls' dedication, commitment and passion for the sport. We are proud to support players at every stage of their hockey journey, from those discovering the game for the first time to those aspiring to compete at the highest levels. Our aim remains to provide an inclusive, ambitious and enjoyable hockey environment in which every pupil has the opportunity to develop, succeed and foster a lifelong love of the game. Looking ahead to next half term With another busy half term ahead, there is plenty to look forward to across the Girls’ Hockey programme. The 1st XI will be hoping to extend their Trophy Cup run with their upcoming third-round fixture against The Perse, while our Junior, Intermediate and Senior squads have an exciting programme of fixtures ahead. The second half of term will see competitive fixture blocks against Norwich High School, Framlingham College, The Perse, Kimbolton and Haileybury School, providing further opportunities for the girls to challenge themselves, gain valuable match experience and continue their development against a variety of opposition. Reflecting on the first half of term, what has stood out most is the enthusiasm, commitment and team spirit demonstrated by the girls throughout the programme. Whether celebrating a convincing victory, competing in a tightly contested fixture or learning from a challenging match, the girls have approached each opportunity with a positive attitude and a willingness to improve. A huge congratulations to everyone involved for their efforts and achievements so far. Thank you also to our dedicated coaching staff, parents and supporters, whose continued encouragement and commitment play such an important role in the success of the programme.