Britain's Secondary Modern Schools - Production & Contact Info (original) (raw)

At the Francis Combe Academy in Watford, Melvyn looks back to the 1960s and a time when passing or failing an exam, the Eleven Plus, could map out a child's future. Former Francis Combe pupil Bernie Batchelor comes face-to-face with his ...See moreAt the Francis Combe Academy in Watford, Melvyn looks back to the 1960s and a time when passing or failing an exam, the Eleven Plus, could map out a child's future. Former Francis Combe pupil Bernie Batchelor comes face-to-face with his mischievous 12 year old former self. Former TV presenter, Marylyn Mason, recounts how her failure at the Eleven Plus drove her to work harder in later life. And pioneering film maker John Krish, who made a documentary about this very school back in 1962, shares his memories of filming at the school. Written by Anonymous See less