A WOKINGHAM school welcomed a special guest earlier this month.
The Scary Guy delivered a range of assemblies to students at Holme Grange School from Monday, October 10.
Scary, who changed his legal name in a court of law 24 years ago, has dedicated his life to teaching others his concepts on human behaviour and communication.
He has worked with hundreds of schools and organisations across the world performing interactive performances and talks.
Claire Robinson, headteacher at the school, said: “I cannot express what a huge success Scary has been at our school, every school should book a visit.
“Scary has allowed us all to grow in our understanding and has kickstarted a revolution.
“One where our young people are on a journey to understand themselves and be empowered to process what they hear and see so that it does not impact on them negatively.”
Ms Robinson said the students were encouraged to understand the negative and positive energy created by words, something which aligns with the school’s values
She added: “He has equipped our young people with a toolkit which builds resilience and puts them in control of who they are.”
Students who attended the talks throughout the week then signed a contract to take on the 7 day 7 night challenge.
This is a commitment not to say a negative word about anyone on the planet and to call everyone by nothing but their name.
Ms Robinson said: “Any slipups result in starting the clock again and Scary admits this is not an easy task but the journey reaps rewards.”
Although Scary’s visit was for students, teachers at the school have also benefitted from his talks.
One member of staff said: “I had a meeting with Scary, two students and their parent. I cannot tell you how perceptive Scary is and how impactful this session was.
“Scary is so intuitive and just finds the very part of your soul that is hurting and shows you how to live in your own power. Such a fantastic man and I am so grateful he came to Holme Grange.
“It was a spiritual experience mixed with techniques, common sense and just pure freedom.”
The member of staff felt like the four of them had left the room with a new super power, stating they had never experienced anything like it.
They added: “Scary really has changed lives this week and I feel so privileged and lucky that our senior leadership team saw how much he would help both students and staff and got him in.”
Staff at Holme Grange believe inviting people from outside the school will aid student growth and one of the goals for Scary’s visit was for students to hear from someone with a different life experience to their family and friends.
A spokesperson for the school said: “People from outside school provide the students with a different perspective and are experts in their fields.
“We are keen to broaden our students’ outlook and help prepare them for life away from Holme Grange. Learning about acceptance of self and others is an important part of our Holme Grange way.”
