My name is Deeya, and I am delighted to have been given the role of Head Student.

Currently I am studying History, English Literature and Spanish A-Level and I am hoping to attend University taking a degree in History. I applied for the role of Head Student as I felt I could make a great difference to our schools community. Whether it be through different forms of mentoring, clubs or whole school events, I wanted our school to be brought together and have a greater sense of unity. I want the next year to be a chance to make memories, a chance for everyone to remember Cox Green as a place they made friends, worked together and enriched their learning within a thriving environment.

I have been at this school since 2018, and during the lockdown period I evaluated how much I missed being with my peers as part of the school community. I missed being taught in person by my teachers but also simply laughing with friends and I was eager to return back. Post lockdown, I have made lasting memories such as where many people in school took part in the World Record Rounders Tournament. During this I felt that sense of unity again and became eager to partake in more school events. As Head Student, I’m determined to introduce more days to remember, and hope to strengthen the Cox Green community alongside the help of the Student Leadership team. I look forward to working with students, staff and parents to make the next academic year as memorable and enjoyable as possible.  

My name is Taylor, and I am honoured to be given the role of Head Student for the 2024-2025 school year. Currently I study three A-levels: Government and Politics, Business Studies and Psychology. I applied for the role of Head Student because I believe in giving the students a representative voice and providing as many opportunities as possible to enhance not only their education at Cox Green but their life experiences to. I started my journey at Cox Green in 2018 as a year 7 and stayed on in Sixth Form. I love the community feel that Cox Green has and how it makes everyone feel welcome, it is a safe space with lots of people to talk to. I look forward to fulfilling my role by working with staff and parents to make this academic year exciting for everyone.

Subjects:  BTEC Sport, Biology

Aspirations: Post Sixth Form I would like to expand my knowledge in Biology; at the moment I am   looking into neuroscience as a possible profession, however I have not made a definitive decision yet. To achieve this, I am looking into universities around the world and the courses they provide; moving to America on a scholarship is also an option again with focus in the field of biology whilst also playing the sport I love on the side.

Why Cox Green? I chose to move to Cox Green from my previous school because this school offered me the subjects that I wanted to study. I was struggling to find a football college programme that prioritised education more than football. The other football college programmes I looked into did not offer any extra education other than BTEC Sport, which would really narrow my options in the future. Cox Green provided an educational pathway I wanted, excellent football facilities and coaches and great teachers for all my subjects. 

What do you enjoy about Cox Green? I enjoy learning in this school, I find the teachers tend to make lessons fun for students and equally valuable, changing up the structure of lessons really helps me and other students to absorb the information. The pupils in the school are all very respectful, during lunch and break it is great to speak to the other sports academy players and find it really easy to get along with all of them. 

Extra-curricular: I have been a part of enrichment which is really helpful especially in the first year of Sixth Form to get you comfortable with your pees, it also helps as during enrichment valuable lessons are taught that are needed in that stage of life; for example university skills, what we would need to know before applying for University etc. I have also heard from other students that went on the school trip to Brighton and although the weather was not great and seagulls had stolen peoples food on the beach, everyone I spoke to said it was a great day and well worth going. 

Subjects: English, Geography,  Graphics

Aspirations: I hope to go to University to study Marketing, hoping to use the creativity I have learned in Graphics in the Business world in the future. I am currently hoping to go to the University of Liverpool.

Why Cox Green? I felt comfortable and at home with the school, and didn’t have the want to leave because I enjoy being a student of Cox Green, and have done so from the very start. Since joining in year 7 I have always felt happy with my decision of joining the school, and the environment and support of my teachers made staying at Sixth form a must.  I could not imagine doing as well anywhere else!

What do you enjoy about Cox Green? I love the support from A Level teachers and Sixth Form staff, and the activities provided to help everyone to interact with each other. This has definitely made the Sixth Form a good  community. As well as this, I have built a lot of confidence and skills due to the opportunities provided at the school, like enrichment. 

Extra-curricular: I used to do Literacy reading and now do Cooking, and used to take part in the school netball team. 

Subjects: BTEC Health & Social Care, Physical Education, Philosophy

Aspirations: When leaving Sixth Form I would like to be a children’s occupational therapist. I have developed a passion for child development whilst studying it over the past couple of years and know it is the future career I would to head into—therefore, I am looking at the best University and Apprenticeship options to help me get to where I want to be.

Why Cox Green? I chose to stay at Sixth Form due to the overwhelming support and range of options within the school. I was supported through the application to choose the best options for me.

What do you enjoy about Cox Green? I enjoy the community environment among the students and the ranges of personal support and the many branches of opportunity to develop your skills. I have really enjoyed the Sports Leaders programme where I have developed the confidence to lead groups.

Extra-curricular: The Enrichment groups that I joined were cooking on a budget which has been really fun and informative and Sports Leaders which has provided me skills for life.

Subjects: Maths, Biology, Physics

Aspirations: After Sixth Form I hope to become an apprentice in automobile engineering or enter a University to study automobile engineering.

Why Cox Green? I chose to stay in Cox Green and join Sixth Form because of the familiarity with teachers and the fact that they understand how I learn. I felt confident that the teachers would   provide me the best education to help me achieve my very best.

What do you enjoy about Cox Green? I feel supported and feel that I have the environment to    explore all social and educational opportunities to make the best of my time in Sixth Form. I have made a great group of friends and we push each other to work as hard as possible. 

Extra-curricular: I love basketball and have been able to both play and support younger years in my time at Sixth Form. I enjoy the chemistry that has developed between the basketball community at school.

Subjects taken: History, Psychology, English Literature, EPQ

Next step: After finishing my A-Levels, I went to the University of Birmingham to study Law with Criminology.

I am currently: working as a Dispute Resolution and Litigation Paralegal at a law firm in Reading. Alongside working, I am completing the Legal Practice Course and a Masters in Professional Legal Practice at the University of Law. My ultimate goal is to qualify as a solicitor in 2026 after finishing my LPC Masters and  training  contract.

My memories from Cox Green: I have really fond memories of CGS, particularly spending so much time with my friends (who I am still friends with 5 years later!). I really enjoyed the residential trips, particularly the ones abroad to Belgium and Poland.

How my time at Cox Green has helped me today: My time at Cox Green was really formative in helping me to figure out what I wanted to do at university, particularly the University Fairs Trip and the guidance from my teachers. Without this help, I would not be on the career path I’m on today and I am really grateful for that. I was also really lucky to make the most amazing group of friends and those friendships have continued for years after I left school/sixth form. I think time spent at school and sixth form is so valuable in forming the adults we become and I am very grateful for my time at CGS for  giving me the skills I needed to grow as a person.

My advice to those considering Cox Green Sixth Form: I would advise anyone looking to study at CGS Sixth Form that it is important to think about your  future goals, such as a dream career or a city you’d love to live in/study in, and think about how you can tailor your A-Level choices to suit your future plans. Ultimately however, I would say to make sure you study subjects you’re

passionate about and find interesting as this will make your entire experience more enjoyable if you  genuinely enjoy what you’re learning about. I would also use the time to think about the next steps and utilise the teachers/mentors whilst you have them to help you decide whether

university, an apprenticeship or going straight into work is the best fit for you personally. The next stage of your life after Sixth Form is much more independently led so I would really make the most of the support whilst you can.

Subjects taken: Biology, Chemistry, Maths

Next step: After Cox Green School, I went to the University of Plymouth to study BMBS Medicine and  Surgery.

I am currently: a 4^th year medical student. I currently live in Torbay for my second placement year. After finishing fourth year, I am doing a medical elective project in Greece where I get to work as a ward doctor and assist in plastic reconstructive surgeries for children with congenital defects and traumas. I am planning to follow this as a career after finishing my foundation year training. 

My memories from Cox Green: Mr Haghazali’s Christmas and Easter Maths weeks, that as much as I complained about them, they made a huge difference to my progress (plus there was so much cake! )The Sixth Form table tennis and foosball break tournament My first tissue dissection in A Level Biology, which at the time sparked the idea that surgery might be the medical pathway for me My teachers being actually happier than I was about getting into medicine.

How my time at Cox Green has helped me today:I think that from my time in Cox Green I gained a lot of transferable skills that at the time I didn’t realise I was getting. I think one of the most important ones that my Chemistry teacher taught me was that a lot of the work that I did was a sprint but a marathon. I still think about this now, when I feel overwhelmed as it taught me the importance of planning, time management and prioritising yourself.

My advice to those considering Cox Green Sixth Form:My advice for anyone considering Cox Green School Sixth Form is be proactive. The teachers are fantastic and majority of them would be more than happy to spend extra time helping you achieve your best and listen to your concerns.

Subjects taken: History, Maths and Chemistry

Next step: University of Southampton- Biomedical Sciences Degree

I am currently: living back in Maidenhead and working in Cancer Services for the NHS while I figure out where I want to take my career. I want to go travelling next summer and potentially do a Masters when I come back.

My memories from Cox Green: I really enjoyed my time at Cox Green. I liked that our Sixth Form felt like it’s own community and we got to form really tight friendships, which made lessons and study periods much more enjoyable. One of my favourite memories was taking part in fundraising events for our prom.

How my time at Cox Green has helped me today: Being at Cox Green Sixth Form has provided me with many opportunities that prepared me for life after school. For example, we were given a designated week for work experience, volunteering opportunities in enrichment and the possibility of being part of the   student leadership team. I found that these experiences became really useful in helping me find a job. We also got so much support from the teachers and Sixth Form staff when it came to university applications, which helped me get to where I am today.

My advice to those considering Cox Green Sixth Form: Make the most of your time at Cox Green and the opportunities given to you because they are really worth it!

Subjects taken: Drama, Maths and Philosophy

Next step: The Liverpool Institute of Performing Arts, Foundation Certificate (Acting) Saint Mary's University Bachelor of  Arts (Acting)

I am currently: studying a BA (Acting) course at Saint Mary's university, in my 2nd year. I spent a year in Liverpool studying acting prior to this, which helped me to push myself forward into the next step of my  training. Both locations and styles of teaching at the two Universities heavily contrast, providing me with a vast array of styles of acting and performing.

My memories from Cox Green: The teachers during my time at Sixth Form. All of my teachers were incredibly supportive in what I wanted to do, and helped in any way they could to get me to where I  aspired to be. While I am still climbing and  pushing myself, I couldn't have done it without the teachers at Cox Green to support me.

How my time at Cox Green has helped me today: Cox Green provided me with the building blocks to push further to the next chapter of my life, and I made many lifelong friends during my time there. 

My advice to those considering Cox Green Sixth Form: Do it! I very nearly didn't, I had a number of options in Year 11 and opted to stay on at Cox Green, and to this day I don’t regret a moment, it’s a very comforting and welcoming space for you to prepare for your next chapter!

Subjects taken: History, Media and Spanish

Next step: Oxford Brookes University – History and International Relations degree

I am currently: recently graduated and have moved back home, looking for a job in a relevant field.

My memories from Cox Green: I have so many memories from Cox Green Sixth Form. From being in the Sixth Form Centre with my friends, having interesting lessons and one to one feedback from teachers, to taking part in enrichment activities such as cooking and reading to primary school children.

How my time at Cox Green has helped me today: My time at Cox Green was extremely helpful. The teachers, such as Mr Burrows, were always there to help with not just academic needs but anything we needed. Their support in creating CVs, applying to UCAS and exploring further educational options were vital in getting me to where I am today. The Sixth Form also helped me develop many of my academic skills as well as helping me gain confidence in myself. 

My advice to those considering Cox Green Sixth Form: I would recommended applying to Cox Green because they offer a well-rounded Sixth Form experience which is not just focused of good education, with small classes and personalised  support, but also gives the advice and experiences necessary to be ready for post-sixth form such as trips, non-curricular education and real world skills.