I don’t feel that strongly against MGove as I am pretty apolitical but given that as a school Community one of the parents feels distressed enough not to want the chosen speaker then we should consider this view point as there are alternatives.

Michael Gove as Education Secretary has taken education back to the dark ages, putting huge unnecessary pressures on young people and reducing access for those who struggle with mainstream education. He is a poor choice as a speaker for a college already accused of elitism.

Michael Gove's voting record is a direct contradiction of so many of Brighton College's most admirable standpoints, I just don't understand the logic of inviting him. It would be so much better to have a speaker who can be inspirational and inclusive to all our children.

I struggle to understand this invitation. Few people seem convinced by his sudden interest in the environment and many parents feel quite insulted by his divisive politics. Was there no better choice for a day that is supposed to unite the whole school and celebrate the children's achievements?

Poor judgement to invite Mr Gove when Caroline Lucas is our sitting MP. Caroline has spent her whole political career fighting for the environment. Mr Gove is an opportunist. I know who I would prefer to inspire our young people.

I have admired previous Speech Day speakers who share their passion, humility, humour and drive with the audience. Not sure Mr Gove is of the same ilk as Richard Noble and Eddie Jones. He is a marmite choice. Is it too late to change?

Oh dear. What a gaffe!!

Appalling choice