THE NEW HEADS OF SCHOOL

By Annabel McKenna

After a brilliant year from Tess Garrett and Dylan Pearson, it is time for the new Heads of School to take over while the Year 13s focus on their exams. With Lati Akinyemi and Alex Davies taking over the roles, a promising year is ahead!

WHAT WAS YOUR EXPERIENCE THE MORNING OF FINDING OUT YOU WERE CHOSEN?

Lati: There was a lot of anticipation as I knew I would have to go to HMO no matter what the answer was. Seeing Alex before going in made me hopeful as I knew he would make a great head boy so we were both anxious together.

Alex: The process was pretty quiet, with not a lot of talk about who the Heads of School are until you get told about your interview in HMO It’s all very undercover during the interview process

HOW WELL DO YOU THINK YOU WILL WORK FOLLOWING THE LEGACY OF TESS AND DYLAN?

Lati: They left some big shoes to fill. I know Alex and I have a very different drive to them but I am hopeful that we can bring something new to the table.

Alex: Tess and Dylan have left an impressive legacy, both really driving the school It’s going to be tough to compete!

HOW IMPORTANT WOULD YOU SAY THE PREFECT RELATIONSHIP IS?

Alex: A good relationship between the team is vital, but ultimately it stems from the Heads being confident with the team to invoke conversation and be comfortable for everyone

ARE THERE ANY MAJOR TASKS YOU WANT TO COMPLETE DURING YOUR TIME AS HEAD OF SCHOOL?

Lati: There are many tasks on my list of which I would love to complete. Hopefully, I will make the school a proud and better place in all that I do!

WHAT ARE YOU MOST EXCITED FOR IN YOUR TIME AS HEAD OF SCHOOL?

Lati: I think I am most excited for moving into our office and seeing how much of difference we can make in the next year

Alex: Out of everything the Heads of School do, I am honestly most excited for the office!