A ROMSEY teacher has called for more male primary school teachers.

Phil Young, who works at Halterworth Primary School, said he was surprised to learn that male teachers in primary schools make up “such a low percentage”.

His comments come on the back of the National Association of Head Teachers annual conference.

he said: “As a male teacher myself, I was surprised to learn that we make up such a low percentage considering how important it is for young children to have both male and female role models in their lives.

“Our classrooms are diverse, therefore, those teaching in them should be too.

“No two days are the same as a teacher, and this especially rings true when you have the pleasure of working with primary aged pupils.

“I go home each day knowing I’ve made a real difference, which provides an unrivalled sense of pride and is the reason I chose to teach.”

Phil said that teachers in the town get to make an “extraordinary” impact during children’s crucial years.

He added: “Teaching is also full of structured support and clear progression opportunities, meaning you can continue your learning too. I would encourage anyone looking for a truly meaningful career and keen to help reset the gender balance in primary education, to find out more about teaching We get to make an extraordinary impact.”