Dear Friends,

It is with great honour and enthusiasm that I assume the role of Principal of Welland Gouldsmith School, Patuli. As I embark on this new journey with the School Community, I look forward to drawing upon my 29 years of experience in the field of education to further strengthen the School's legacy and take it to even greater heights.

I firmly believe that every child possesses unique talents, aspirations, and limitless potential. My vision is to nurture a learning environment where students are encouraged not only to excel academically but also to develop into confident, compassionate, responsible, and globally minded individuals.

Education in the twenty-first century extends far beyond textbooks and examinations. It is about fostering critical thinking, creativity, collaboration, communication, and character, while remaining steadfast in our mission to provide a holistic educational experience that empowers students to become lifelong learners and ethical leaders who contribute meaningfully to society.

As we move forward together, I am committed to strengthening a culture of innovation, inclusivity, and excellence. We will continue to create opportunities that inspire curiosity, celebrate achievement, and encourage every student to discover and fulfil their true potential.

Through strong partnerships between the school, parents, and the wider community, we can ensure that our children are well-equipped to meet the challenges and opportunities of an ever-evolving world. Together, we will strive to create an environment where every child feels valued, supported, and inspired to succeed.

I would like to express my sincere gratitude to our Provost & CEO, Dr. (Ms.) G. R. Hart, our Chairman, Mr. J. Clermont-Hart, and the Members of the Executive Committee for placing their trust and confidence in me by appointing me as the Principal of this esteemed institution. I look forward to working closely with our Management, dedicated staff, supportive parents, and enthusiastic students, whose collective efforts will continue to make Welland Gouldsmith School a centre of excellence in education.

As a new chapter unfolds, let us work together with purpose, passion, and determination to build a future where every child thrives and every dream takes flight.

May the Almighty guide and bless all our endeavours.

With warm regards,
Christopher Gaynor
Principal
Welland Gouldsmith School, Patuli

NISI DOMINUS FRUSTRA (Psalm 127 vs.1)

Except the Lord bless the house they labour in vain that build it

Except the Lord keep the city

the watchman waked but in vain.

If the Lord does not build the house, the work of the builders is useless; if the Lord does not protect the city, it is useless for the sentries to stand guard.

Welland Gouldsmith School has come a long way since 1870 when it was first a Parochial Home which gave shelter to 10(ten) little girls, the beginning of the nuclear pattern – which is still being woven till date.

Welland Gouldsmith School has travelled a long way by constantly changing scenery and travelling companions, enriching the lives of those who have undertaken the path of its progress from strength to strength. The pattern of ‘Welland Gouldsmith’ is still being woven into a living pattern for which we give praise and thanks to God.

1. JESUS KING OF GLORY (School Song)

Jesus King of glory, on this happy day
Hearken as Thy children, raise their festal lay;
Telling out Thy praises, in this House of prayer
Owing all Thy goodness, changeless love and care

(Chorus)

Welland Gouldsmith children sweetly let us sing
Songs of glad thanksgiving, to the children’s King

That succeeding ages, here might sing Thy praise;
Counting it all honour, to be harassed tried,
So the name of Jesus, might be glorified,

(Chorus)

And through all the changes, restless years have brought
Still abides the blessings, of the work they wrought
Still when Sabbath quiet, wraps the busy street
To the place of worship, come the faithful feet

(Chorus)

Tired feet worn with travel, young feet firm and strong
Little feet that hasten, mid a happy throng
Welland Gouldsmith Children, jewels bright and rare
By Thee Lord entrusted to our constant care.

(Chorus)

Bless then, Lord we pray Thee, that each life may shine
Both in school and playtime, with Thy grace Divine
So a living temple, shall our own school raise,
To Thy praise and glory, through the coming days.

(Chorus)

2. LORD BEHOLD US (Beginning of the Term)

Lord behold us with Thy blessing
Once again assembled here;
Onward be our footsteps pressing
In Thy love and faith and fear;
Still protect us (2)
By Thy presence ever near.

For Thy mercy we adore thee,
For this rest upon our way;
Lord, again we bow before thee,
Speed our labours day by day;
Mind and spirit (2)
With Thy choicest gifts array

Keep the spell of home affection
Still alive in every heart;
May its power, with mild direction,
Draw our love from self apart
Till Thy children (2)
Feel that thou their Father art.

Break temtation’s fatal power,
Shielding all with guardian care,
Safe in every careless hour,
Safe from sloth and sensual snare;
Thou, our Saviour (2)
Still our failing strength repair.

3. LORD DISMISS US (End of the Term)

Lord dismiss us with Thy blessing,
Thanks for mercies past received;
Pardon all, their faults confessing,
Time that’s lost may all retrieve
May thy children (2)
Ne’er again thy sprit grieve

Bless thou all our days of leisure,
Help us selfish lures to flee;
Sanctify our every pleasure;
Pure and blameless may it be;
May our gladness (2)
Draw us evermore to thee

By the kindly influence cherish
All the good we here have gained;
May all taint of evil perish
By thy mighter power restrained
Seek we ever (2)
Knowledge pure and love unfeigned.

Let thy father-hand be shielding
All who here shall meet no more;
May their seed-time past be yielding
Year by year a richer store;
Those returning (2)
Make more faithful than before.

Attendance :- Students are required to be in school as per scheduled time (7:45 a.m) and will not be permitted to enter the school premises if late. However , absence will be permitted only incase of sickness on presentation of an application from the guardian along with a doctor’s certificate. Pupils who are absent for more than two months without prior notice are liable to have their names struck off the school rolls. Every child must be present on the first and last working day of each school term, failing which their names will be struck off the rolls.

Conduct & Discipline:- The school authority urges all to maintain harmonious and polite behaviour. Students are to follow and practice general good manners and maintain silence at all times especially during assembly, in classrooms, during break and at dismissal timings. Repeated gross indiscipline will be seriously dealt with and as a result the child may be terminated from school.

School Uniform:- It is compulsory for pupils to wear the following approved school uniforms for school and offical school functions.

1. Nursery to class II :- Yellow blouses and Royal blue tunics, black balerina shoes, navy blue socks, P.T outfits with white keds and school bag.

2. Class III to X :- Yellow blouses and Royal blue skirts, black balerina shoes, navy blue socks, school belts, tie and badge, P.T outfits and socks as per House Colours with white keds and school bag.

3. Class XI and XII :- Yellow blouses and Royal blue long trousers, black ballerina shoes, navy blue socks, tie and badge, P.T outfits with white keds along with socks as per house colour.

Winter Wear:-

1. Class Nursery to VI:-Royal blue cardigans and Royal blue leggings along with the school uniform mentioned above.

2. Class VII to X II :- Royal blue blazers along with their school uniform.

All School Uniforms must be stitched by the authorized school tailor only. Pupils are required to use school bags which are only supplied by the school.