Sir – While I stand by the main thrust of my letter (January 20) I feel that it was unfair to question the motives of those concerned with introducing the forthcoming changes to Abingdon School.

I wish therefore to apologise without reservation, particularly to Ms Felicity Lusk, but also to her senior staff. I most certainly hope that everything goes smoothly when these changes are put in place and that the school continues to prosper.

Dr Patrick Wilmore, Wantage