A primary teacher has been left humbled after discovering a former pupil is aiming for a career in teaching after being inspired by his classes.Peter Mullan has taught in Barrhead since completing his probationary year at Cross Arthurlie Primary, before landing his current role at Carlibar Primary ten years ago.Having taught one class at Carlibar from Primary three all the way to the end of school, he built up a strong bond with many of the pupils – clearly leaving a lasting impression on them. Don't miss the latest headlines from around Renfrewshire.
Sign up to our newsletters here. Now in sixth year at Barrhead High, Peter’s former pupil Amy Tasker is focused on pursuing a teaching career and puts that ambition down to her inspirational primary teacher.Amy, 17, said: “Mr Mullan was always so good with our class and the way he taught really inspired me.
He was so positive and made everything so much fun and light- hearted. When you were feeling a little down he brought you back up and he always believed in you.“The main thing I’d take from his teaching style is just how much he believed in all his pupils and made sure that you did achieve.
I want to bring that positive attitude to my career and help every child to achieve.”A humbled Peter added: “Amy always said she wanted to go down the teaching route and I’m delighted to see she’s still focused on that path.
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