Praise for Enid as she hangs up her “lollipop”
Published Wednesday, 16th July 2025School crossing patroller Enid Cox has been praised as she prepares to retire following 30 years of dedicated service.
She is calling time on her role outside Barnard Grove Primary School in King Oswy Drive at the end of the summer term.
Councillor Karen Oliver, Chair of Hartlepool Borough Council’s Neighbourhood Services Committee, said: “Being a school crossing patroller isn’t easy given how busy the roads are these days, and although it is only for a few hours a day the dedication required to turn out day after day in all weathers is immense.
“Doing the job for 30 years is a fantastic achievement. I would like to thank Enid for everything she has done to help protect children in this part of Hartlepool and make their journey to school as safe as possible. I hope she has a wonderful retirement.”
(left-right): Lee Walker; Enid Cox; Peter Frost, Hartlepool Borough Council Highway Infrastructure Manager; Councillor Karen Oliver; and Emma Martin, Technical Support Officer (Road Safety) with Hartlepool Borough Council.
Enid said: “All of my own children went to Barnard Grove and I have actually been involved with the school for over 40 years because I used to volunteer there as well. Although I am sad to be leaving, I decided the time had come to retire, and I will always cherish my memories of helping so many families over the years.”
Lee Walker, Headteacher at Barnard Grove Primary School, said: “Enid has been an integral part of the Barnard Grove family and will be a huge miss. All of the children, their parents and grandparents know her and they have seen her as an important point of contact each morning and afternoon.
“She leaves with our heartfelt thanks after 30 years of dedicated service and we wish her all the very best in her retirement.”
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