Olivia completed Year 13 in 2024 and says that as a member of the Kingsmeadow community, she always felt inspired by the encouragement and support offered to her. She studied Psychology, Biology, English and Music at A level, and after gaining the results she needed, she began a new chapter in her education journey by studying for a degree in Psychology at Durham University.

Naomi studied Maths, Sociology, and Business Studies in our Sixth Form and moved on to study towards a career as a Chartered Management Accountant at Manchester Metropolitan University. After university, she plans to complete her professional exams, with the goal of securing a role with one of the ‘Big Four’ accounting firms. Her advice is this: “Things not going to plan can feel daunting. Whether it’s failing an exam, receiving a university rejection, or realising that the subject or career path you thought was right for you isn’t quite what you expected — it’s all part of the journey.” She adds; “Success isn’t linear. There will be setbacks, but they don’t define you. What matters most is staying positive, being resilient, and believing in yourself. You’re capable of much more than you think — so keep going, keep growing, and always keep raising the bar.

Joshua studied A level Computer Science, Maths and Physics in our Sixth Form and after achieving the grades he needed, took the next step in his education to study at Newcastle University to read Computer Science and gain work experience with a year long Software Engineering industry placement. Joshua is aiming for a 1st in his degree grading!