1. What were you like at school?

I am sure this answer would depend on who you asked, but if I had to give my opinion on myself, I would say that I was a fairly ordinary pupil, not overly intelligent, sporty or popular, but by the same token, I would hardly say I blended into the background. I often seemed to be a part of something funny or tragic happening. I also must’ve been quite absent for photo opportunities during school as finding pictures of me at school was pretty difficult, with the exception of ridiculous snapchats and excessive Photo Booth pictures.

2. The funniest thing that has happened to you recently?

Recently I caught up with a few OMs which ended up in quite the adventure – there was an interesting character and a pet involved. This is a tricky one to explain, but I think that the moral of the story is that there is a certain point in the evening you should call it a night and just go home.

What has been the most positive thing you have taken from your school days into your adult life?

I think the most positive thing I have taken from school are the memories that I made at Mill Hill. Even at university, I will remember the funny times I shared with a range of different people. I have met some really lovely people through the school, not just those who attended the school whilst I was there and I wouldn’t have had the opportunity if it wasn’t for my time there.

What is your proudest moment and why?

My proudest moment would be achieving a first and a 2:1 in my years at university despite many challenges facing me and the fact that I wasn’t exactly a hermit to say the least.

Do you keep in touch with any OMs?

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Most inspiring teacher at school and why?

I cannot choose a single teacher, but if I had to narrow it down to two, it would be Mr Warden and Miss Sharples. They both saw potential in me that I didn’t see in myself and pushed me to try harder than I would’ve otherwise done. Enjoying their lessons meant I was more engaged and grafted more. They both were also a massive help with my university applications and in helping to guide me.

Which four famous people would you invite to a dinner party?

Gordon Ramsey (someone has to cook seeing as uni cooking experience doesn’t equip you to host a dinner party) Donald Trump, Piers Morgan and David Attenborough because I think it would be quite a controversial evening but at least David would be a calming presence to diffuse the situation.

Your favourite quote?

“There is only one thing in life worse than being talked about, and that’s not being talked about”

A piece of advice you would pass on to those leaving Mill Hill School?

Favourite memory from your time at Mill Hill School?

Our Muck Up Day had to be my favourite memory of school because it was one of the few times I felt that, despite any personal differences, the year were all really close and got on extremely well.

Worst memory from your time at Mill Hill School?

I mean… exams and results day could have gone a tiny bit better, but I know everything worked out for the best as I am really happy where I am right now and I am loving my subject

If you won £10 million in the lottery, what would you do with the money?

Buy a property firstly, then invest it and go travelling for a bit.

Trust the process and don’t compare yourself to others. Whether you fell short of a grade to secure a University offer, take a year out or decide to go straight into a job, everything happens for a reason.