Poppi

I came here because it prioritises faith, with things like cathedral services, and that just made it feel like the right place for me. It doesn't feel like you're pressured to be the best - you're challenged to be the best version of yourself, and everybody wants you to do the best that you can, which really helps a lot of students here.

I’ve done a couple of drama pieces with friends and teachers, and I really enjoy that because it combines two of my favourite subjects and lets me perform for everybody. I’ve also been year rep this year, which has been an amazing opportunity—I’ve enjoyed going to council meetings, talking to everyone, hearing their opinions, and working with teachers to help solve problems and make everything as good as it can be.

I think it’s really nice that all subjects are celebrated here, not just Maths and English, and in the celebration assemblies at the end of the year, it’s so good to see your friends go up and get awards, with everyone clapping for them.