Your time at Rokeby goes extremely quickly, so make the most of every opportunity you’re presented with at such an amazing school.
In which year group did you join Rokeby?
Reception
In which year did you leave Rokeby?
2020, in Year 6 (Drama scholarship to Epsom College)
Which senior school are you attending?
Epsom College
What have you been doing since you left Rokeby?
I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at Epsom College and have followed my passion for drama and music, which was inspired by my years at Rokeby. I have performed at numerous school prize-giving ceremonies and won the College’s choral competition. I have taken part in four school musicals and have enjoyed them all. Recently, I won the male soloist award at the National School Theatre Awards and a music scholarship for A-levels at Epsom College.
What is your fondest memory of your time at Rokeby?
I used to love the annual Allen Cup singing competition, in which I participated from Years 3-6. I also loved Sports Days at Rokeby, when I proudly represented the mighty Galsworthy House. Sports Day stood out to me in particular, because it included everybody in the school and encouraged the house competitive spirit I have carried throughout my school life at Epsom.
How did your teachers or friends at Rokeby inspire or influence you during those years?
I remember feeling so welcomed in my earlier years at Rokeby by Mrs Sanderson who helped look after me throughout my time at the school. Another teacher who genuinely helped me was Ms Bratt, the Head of Drama at the time. She helped influence and guide my love for drama and gave me important lessons such as rehearsal etiquette, which I still remember today!
Did you face any challenges during your time at Rokeby? How did overcoming them shape who you are today?
My problems with study skills and focus at Rokeby were identified early; without a doubt, the school helped set me off on the right track. I was also known to be too enthusiastic – still something I’m working on!
One piece of advice to younger boys
Your time at Rokeby goes extremely quickly, so make the most of every opportunity you’re presented with at such an amazing school.