How did you feel before you started at your new school?

I felt ready for a new challenge and excited to meet new people and discover the new environment.

How did you feel after your first day at your new school?

Calm and relaxed, any apprehensions I had disappeared. Only year 7 were at our first day so we got to explore the school and meet all our teachers. It made us feel ready for the next day with the whole school.

Are you used to your new uniform and routine?

There is no difference with the uniform to West Lodge. We wear shirt, tie, jumper, trousers and blazer. There’s a variety of PE kit, but you quickly get to know what to wear for each sport. For the first few weeks the PE department are relaxed about PE kit but after that they issue an equipment mark if you have the wrong kit.

I quickly established a routine, the key is to be organised packing your bag the night before and charging your surface pro as soon as you arrive home.

What are the biggest differences between West Lodge and your new school?

The biggest difference is having a different teacher and classroom for each subject. At the start of term our Head of Year helped us navigate the buildings. You quickly learn your way around the school.  Having lockers is a big difference to West Lodge, we have alot more responsibility especially with organisation.

What did you learn at West Lodge that has helped you in your first weeks at secondary school?

Being organised with homework . Being respectful to the teachers and other pupils. Having a positive attitude and embracing new opportunities. Be yourself.

Which of your learning powers have you used most at secondary school?

Concentration and resilience.