Julia Robertson is a PL Legend. It is as simple as that.

Joining the school in 1993, Julia has embodied all that is Preston Lodge, over many years of service, and other than a brief secondment to John Muir House, she has supported students, developed staff and ensured our school is welcoming, nurturing and inclusive.

Julia was, of course, the Head of Seton House, and her passion for all things Seton has been such a big part of our House Competition. Julia was also responsible for so many fundraising events, it was hard, at times, to keep track. Many community organisations have benefited immeasurably from her energy and enthusiasm.

As Head of House, Julia and her team made sure that students had their needs met, and over her time at Preston Lodge so many students, and their families, have been supported by her care and attention.

Staff, too, have been lucky to work with Julia. As well as leading the best possible programme for newly qualified teachers, Julia coordinated East Lothian’s Middle Leaders scheme. Her interest in leadership development has really moved forward many staff within and beyond our school. Most importantly of all, Julia was a great friend and supporter of many, many PL staff.

Julia loves an event, and PL events have are impressive and enjoyable, in no small part because of Julia’s eye for detail, and work to ensure that everyone felt special when they came to PL. The S6 Prom, the school dances, the Senior Citizens’ Christmas Concert—visitors to PL have felt relaxed and happy, because of Julia’s care and attention.

We are so grateful for Julia’s commitment to our school and community, and we are delighted that she will remain a trustee of the Preston Lodge Learning Foundation. Julia will be missed, for sure, but her legacy will continue, and our school’s culture has been changed forever.

Thank you, Julia, for all that you have done, and we wish you the very best in your next steps in life.