The entrance to The Paston School is guarded by two Griffins,
mounted on top of two large gateposts, through which can be seen the
main school building.

“Getting off the school train from Sheringham, as I did that first day
in September 1952, I followed the mass of boys through the gateway
under the threatening gaze of the two lion-like creatures and up the
main drive. Were they there to keep out all but the scholars, or to
ensure we didn’t escape, I wondered?”

The winged mythical beast also sat on the top of the school badge,
whilst underneath, on a shield, were six fleur-de-lis and a scroll
containing a motto which read: ‘De Mieux en Mieux Pour Tout’ – but
what did it all mean? That first day, in the autumn of 1952, our Form
Master Mr Lamb soon put us right.

“It’s French and it means ‘From Good to Better Everywhere’ and
that’s exactly what I expect of you; do good in all things, excel in
everything you do and always be proud to be a Pastonian!”

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