The People Behind Ipswich High School – Mrs Angela Chillingworth

At Ipswich High School, each week we will focus on celebrating one member of our community. This initiative will highlight the diverse contributions of both teaching and support staff, offering students, parents and colleagues a deeper appreciation for the people who make the school flourish. This week we learn more about Mrs Chillingworth, our Director of Music

HOW LONG HAVE YOU BEEN AT IHS?
10 years.

WHAT INSPIRED YOU TO JOIN THE IHS COMMUNITY?

I had heard what a happy school it is and how supportive the staff are to students and colleagues, that sounded like my sort of school.

WHAT DO YOU LOVE ABOUT WORKING AT IHS?

Every day is different. The students are polite and hard-working. It is a beautiful place to be, especially when the sun shines.

WHAT’S YOUR FAVOURITE MEMORY FROM WORKING AT IHS?

Recording the school hymn for Desert Island Discs.

TELL US ABOUT A PROFESSIONAL SUCCESS STORY THAT YOU’RE PROUD OF.
I played on the main stage at the Glastonbury Festival.

WHAT ARE YOU MOST LOOKING FORWARD AT IHS?
The 150-year celebrations.

WHAT DO YOU ENJOY DOING OUTSIDE OF WORK?

Playing in concerts.

WHAT IS A DREAM THAT YOU WANT TO MAKE COME TRUE ONE DAY?

Having enough boys with broken voices to have a 4-part choir.

WISE WORDS: IS THERE A QUOTE OR SAYING YOU LIVE YOUR LIFE BY?

Music makes everything better.

YOUR FAVOURITE SUBJECT AT SCHOOL:
Music.

WHAT TYPE OF BOOKS/MOVIES DO YOU ENJOY?

Biographies and historical.

WHAT IS YOUR FAVOURITE LUNCH AT IHS?

Chicken pie and lemon posset.