WOODHOUSE GROVE

Tim (Grovian 2020 – 2022) told us about his three-year apprenticeship in mechatronics with Procter & Gamble in Germany;

“Mechatronics is a very broad subject, it combines mechanical, electrical and electronic topics covering areas such as milling, soldering and electrical installations. My favourite area is definitely milling, because I find it fascinating how precise and accurate the milling machines are. I have been really surprised that the strong, positive culture I encountered at the Grove has been replicated at work.”

Liza (Grovian 20 – 22), one of our HMC scholars, went to study at the Abu Dhabi campus of New York University (NYUAD for short). Liza tells us why she chose to study abroad;

“Looking back, I realise that I probably always wanted to study overseas and it was this mindset that first brought me from Ukraine to boarding at the Grove. My favourite thing about studying abroad is getting to see the world, immersing myself in different cultures, and dispelling myths and stereotypes. Studying abroad teaches you how to handle tricky situations and foster soft skills, as well as offering a unique perspective on modern issues. Thanks to my international experience at school, my transition to the UAE went smoothly. The most valuable skills I learned at school were independence and resilience; I didn’t have to worry about being away from home or adjusting to a new environment because I had already experienced this at the Grove.

I still miss lots of things from school; my friends, teachers, boarding staff, and the fields... and I loved the atmosphere in our boarding house leading up to Christmas.”

At Woodhouse Grove, our forward-thinking sixth form offers a choice of pathways so students can tailor their learning based on their personal strengths and passions.

Alongside A-levels, students can gain up to 60 days of work experience in one of our partner businesses.

Find out more at Top School Sixth Form | Unique Pathway Programme | Woodhouse Grove