Recollections

I attended Drysdale Primary from 1948 to 1953 when it was only a three-room school with under 100 enrolments. Grades 5 to 8 were taught by the principal, Mr Mortimer; Grades 3 and 4 were taught by Mrs McAdam; kindergarten to Grade 2 were taught by the formidable Miss Martin. At this time, it was […]

The Drysdale School Market – an activity in the 150 years of Drysdale Primary School This is being recalled from around 43 or more years ago. Whilst as a member of Drysdale Primary School Council, (as a parent), along with David Brown, (teacher), the School Market was born. David and I were good friends and

We seem to have struck a chord with many families who have had multiple generations attend Drysdale Primary School over the last almost 150 years. This time we showcase the Turner, Peel, Bryant, Lloyd, Vella families. According to Raelene there is conjecture as to whether Eva Peel (Foster) born in 1865 – who would have