For the last two years, I have had the privilege of being a Blue Coat Sixth Form student, serving as the elected Head Boy for 2023/24, and studying Business, Politics, and Economics for my A-Levels. I managed to achieve the grades I was hoping for and secured my firm university choice, Durham University, to study Business and Management. Throughout this two-year rollercoaster journey, I have created many great memories, from meeting new friends and participating in events to my time as Head Boy. Nathan Hart, the second Head Boy alongside me, and I were given the reins to host weekly leadership team meetings, where we were able to implement ideas and changes that sixth form students wanted to see, including charity events, new clubs and societies, and student-led assemblies. I also received a great deal of support from my teachers, which made my sixth form experience much easier. From after-school intervention classes for my subjects to guidance on my personal statement and university choices, this sixth form made me feel confident throughout my time here, knowing that plenty of support was available to me. Thankyou for everything, Blue Coat!

Pursuing law as an academic study can be immensely rewarding, but by no means easy. When applying, you are required to demonstrate your interest in the subject and a willingness to delve into a whole new field of academia. Blue Coat Sixth Form was excellent at assisting me throughout my entire application process. From my personal statement to my interviews and everything in between, the staff provided support that was second to none! As an early applicant, my process was different to most, nevertheless Blue Coat was there to ensure I was well-equipped to deal with the many challenges I faced. I’m glad to say I am now a first-year student at St John’s College, University of Cambridge. It was my dream university and Blue Coat Sixth Form were instrumental in getting me there!

My favourite thing about Blue Coat Sixth Form is the genuine care teachers have for each of their students, shown by the effort they put in to help us succeed. This was essential for me, as the process of gaining a place at medical school was not plain sailing. It took the collaboration of multiple staff members journeying alongside me, who not only helped practically with writing my personal statement and preparing for interviews, but also offered words of encouragement to keep my morale high on days when I felt I wouldn’t make it. The Sixth Form team cared holistically about my wellbeing and altered my timetable on multiple occasions to accommodate my requests. Regular after-school sessions, along with occasional holiday interventions run by teachers dedicating their own time, ensured I achieved the grades for my conditional offer. I’m about to begin my first year of medicine at the University of Liverpool – a real miracle! I feel ready to embrace this new challenge thanks to the strong academic and character foundation I gained during my time at Blue Coat.