It taught me about work, responsibility, animal welfare and nature amongst other things.

I saw my first calf born at the age of 5, my first caesarean at 13.

I wish I'd sent my kids to a school like this.

It sounds to me like it's the parents who have a big problem with little Marcus.

What I find more amazing is the usual vitriolic comments tendered on these sites.

Well done Ms Charman! and as for you protesters, it sounds like you need a 'proper' education.

Sam Osborne