Mr Stuart Harrington joined Wilmington Grammar School for Boys in September 2021. He joins us after a lengthy career at another local grammar school, where he was Deputy Head for six years. An English specialist, Mr Harrington studied English and Drama at Birmingham University. Mr Harrington is a firm believer in the educational value of both scholarship and experiential learning beyond the classroom. He believes strongly that all children should be given opportunities where they know what it is to be part of a team, to experience failure and to overcome adversity.  A keen sportsman, Mr Harrington plays for his local rugby team, although his appearances are becoming more infrequent as the years go by. Other pastimes include a love for music and the natural world, as well as a passion for language learning and travel.