On the other hand, we also realised start losing steam after the 3-day marathon, battling with overdosage of information and the jetlag effect (Ok, I think by then it's just an excuse), not sleeping well, etc... (probably because of the excessive walks)... OK, it's very miserable when the body and soul fell apart as and when...
The meeting was scheduled at 9am... and indeed, Keith advised us to take a cab... probably to cut down the rush and hunting in the busy area... well, we went by train... nevertheless, seemsl like luck was not by our side... lots of wrong turns before heading for the right building...
The morning brought us to the heart of the Political segment of London, as Keith told us... It's Westminster where the 'power' comes into play... The birdeye view of the London city was a treat to begin the meeting - a good one, knowing what the Trust does and where it comes from... In my opinion, it's a body that safeguards the quality of the education that schools provide... the RATL programme is one... to ensure that no one is left behind... to answer to the moving target set by the ministry (in this case, the department). Yes, it's also the body that networks the schools, creating the school-for-school kind of 'culture' in the education system in England. Oh yes, it's out there to expand and extend its network, too...
The train brought us to Chafford Hundred... ok, Keith brought us to the mall next to the train station before making our way to the school... well, well... just wondering... hm... did we, or me??? in particular projected an impression that "shopping" is an important daily routine??? Can't help, but asked on the way back... ok... it's stereotyping... I clarified!!! Phew!!! hahaha... in the first place, I've no stimula to shop at all!
The Campus... the newest of all that we had visited... the look and feel is good... in particular, in pursuing excellent use of handheld PCs is the 'niche' of the school, it seems to project. The admin system, hm... the vle system is impressive, and definitely so if the whole school moves into it, say come September? Just wondering... to some extent, technology has driven learning? or Learning is driven by technology?
Returning to the Waterloo Station, it brought us nearer to the Tower of London where we discovered there's room for improvement when Keith took full-body shots... hahaha... The breeze from the River Thames helps to freshen our minds a little...
The dinner was a 'stressful' one... while trying to pick up the spirit when almost run out of steam... ok, I 'slept' with my eyes open and mouth chewing... thanks to SS, who kept up with an intelligent conversation with DB. Well done, SS.Indeed, went down to Knightsbridge... no luck, Harrods was closed then... the street is much quieter... no more energy... head straight for the hotel...
Oh yes... not forgetting my toothpaste and shampoo... ok, walk a lot of 冤枉路again... this time, come upon the 'cemetry' area... there he talked about the bombing in London last year... hey, why talk about this at such unearthy hours, unearthy place??? Shut up!!! Yes, I guess it's the fear...