A Dominie's Log

A Dominie's Log by Alexander Sutherland Neill is a candid and insightful account of Neill's experiences as a teacher chronicling his time spent working in various educational settings. Written in the form of a personal journal or log the book captures Neill's reflections doubts and growing concerns about the traditional methods of schooling. It serves as a window into his evolving thoughts on education and his commitment to developing more progressive approaches that prioritize individual freedom creativity and emotional well-being in children. In this memoir Neill describes his interactions with students and colleagues shedding light on the tensions between the conventional educational system and his own beliefs. As he observes the negative impacts of authoritarian schooling on children Neill grows increasingly convinced of the need for a system that allows children more autonomy understanding and respect. His growing dissatisfaction with traditional methods eventually led to the creation of Summerhill School where children could learn in a more democratic and self-directed environment.