Annabel Jones

From the beginning of my Newlands journey in Year 7, I have always been encouraged to reach my full potential by teachers and staff. We are provided with many opportunities to grow and to take on responsibility throughout our school life. This year, I am incredibly grateful for the opportunity to represent the school as Head Girl, alongside Chloe Manby.

One of the reasons I wanted to go to Newlands was the wide range of extra-curricular activities including Drama, Music, Design and Technology and Sport, each containing clubs for every age and ability. Some of my favourite memories of our school are those of the Gym and Dance Shows and participation in sports teams, going to tournaments and competitions.

I chose to continue at Newlands into Sixth Form having already built brilliant relationships with staff and because I knew Newlands would support me in my future aspirations. Newlands has always provided a supportive environment within which I have made friends for life and countless incredible memories. I look back fondly at my time here and feel ready for the next steps in my life using the tools Newlands has provided me with.

Chloe Manby

I am incredibly proud to be Head Girl of Newlands Girls’ School. To represent all our students from Year 7 right through to Year 13, alongside my co-Head Girl Annabel, is a real privilege.

Newlands has provided such an all-round, positive learning experience, creating an environment which has allowed me to grow personally and academically. On top of that, I have particularly enjoyed the many music clubs and performances, developing important skills and qualities, such as courage, confidence and leadership.

Throughout my time, I have especially valued the strength of the relationships in our school community. Our teachers and staff work hard to help us all to achieve or potential and students show support, encouragement, and compassion for each other.

I’m really enjoying being Head Girl, and I will continue to try my hardest to rise to the challenge and responsibility that the role brings.

Since starting Newlands in Year 7, I’ve discovered a love for languages and had many different opportunities both academically and socially. One such instance was a trip to The Houses of Parliament where I got the chance, along with a few others, to speak to Members of Parliament about the importance of STEM careers. Another trip I thoroughly enjoyed was to Brasenose College in Oxford University; activities about time management and how important it is to balance work with fun helped reinforce good study habits for me. It also motivated me for my GCSEs and future goals after Sixth Form.