Win is a win

I got invited back to the school I used to hate! (I used to say i’d only go back once i’m pm😂)

“You can tell when someone hasn’t gone to university from the way they speak” - Ex Head of Year 😒

The same school that told me a degree apprenticeship was too competitive, that I would not get in, and that university was the only secure option… I was even getting detentions for going to industry events and work experience!

BUT I am the most headstrong person you will ever meet. Some would say stubborn.. 😂

Nine months later, I was invited back to speak to students about the very path I was told not to take.

⭐️ I want to recognise the people who did support me. Towards the end of year 12, we got a new head of year and a new english teacher! Two of the only people who truly believed in me and pushed me to keep going. That support made all the difference!

This is the bigger issue.

When schools are not fully informed about routes like apprenticeships, that misinformation spreads. Students believe it. Parents believe it. And opportunities get shut down before they have even been explored.

We need to change that.

University is not the only option. Young people are not unmotivated. There is just a lack of awareness and access.

‼️So if you are being told no, question it!

Do your own research. Back yourself anyway.

Because sometimes, the only thing standing between you and where you want to be is the decision to go for it.

More awareness. More access. More opportunity. ✅✅✅