Jess Morrissey, School Liaison Officer at Emmanuel College, Cambridge, visited the Academy alongside four student ambassadors. The ambassadors, who are currently studying Law and Natural Sciences at Cambridge, shared their experiences of university life and provided valuable advice and guidance on the application process.

Students from Years 10 and 11, alongside Sixth Form students, took part in the workshop, providing an opportunity to raise aspirations and encourage students to consider their future pathways.

The workshop gave students the opportunity to speak directly with current Cambridge students, ask questions and gain a greater understanding of university life and the application process. Students were encouraged to actively participate, consider their future options and learn more about the steps they can take to work towards their aspirations.

The session included discussions around university applications, the challenges students may face and the steps they can take now to work towards their future goals. Students were encouraged to actively participate and make the most of the opportunity to hear first-hand experiences from current university students.

“The ambassadors and I had a wonderful time working with you and your students. I was really quite impressed with your year 10s. They asked some really thoughtful questions and approached everything with maturity and curiosity. Their teacher was fantastic too and has clearly made such a positive impact on them in regard to their future aspirations. I have no doubt that they have some really bright futures ahead of them. "
Jess Morrissey – School Liaison Officer, Emmanuel College, Cambridge.

“I gained a valuable insight into universities and a greater understanding of the challenges I will face to get there. The staff were brilliant and encouraged active participation along with engaging games.”
Carter.P – Year 10

“I found the experience exciting and it’s the type of enthusiastic learning that can benefit my future, my profession and my academic career.” David.A – Year 10

“The Cambridge outreach experience was very involving and helpful. I now have a good idea of what the path after Year 11 will be like and it helped me see a clear path to achieve my goals.” Jack.H – Year 10