Newsletter - 2011 issue 1 - Strode College
Newsletter - 2011 issue 1 - Strode College
Newsletter - 2011 issue 1 - Strode College
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Student profiles<br />
Mel Dowden<br />
Studied: Beauty Therapy Level 1, National Diploma Levels 2 and 3<br />
Previous school: Crispin School<br />
Where now? <strong>Strode</strong> <strong>College</strong> studying Level 3 Diploma in Complimentary<br />
Therapies whilst working (part-time) as a Beauty Therapist<br />
“When I was at school I got a place on the Increased Flexibility Programme and<br />
went to <strong>Strode</strong> one day a week to study Level 1 Beauty Therapy. I stayed at <strong>Strode</strong><br />
to do Beauty Therapy Levels 2 and 3 and I’m currently studying for a Diploma in<br />
Complimentary Therapies. I’ve always been interested in learning and I want to<br />
make the most of my education. Increasing my skills and knowledge will give me<br />
more choice in my career and allow me to add variety to the work I do. I’ve worked<br />
part-time throughout my studies and I’m currently working as a beauty therapist<br />
at a salon in Glastonbury. In the future I want to work as a therapist in a hospital. I<br />
really enjoy being at <strong>Strode</strong>. The teachers are lovely, they make you feel comfortable,<br />
they give lots of support and advice and they’ve really encouraged me to progress.”<br />
Sam Hadfield<br />
Studied: National Diploma in Music Technology, Double Distinction and Merit, 2010<br />
Previous school: Stanchester Academy<br />
Where now? Buckinghamshire New University studying Audio and Music<br />
Production BA<br />
“My two years at <strong>Strode</strong> were very enjoyable. There is a friendly atmosphere and<br />
the staff are very helpful. The course has a good mix of practical skills and theory<br />
related to the music industry, including live sound, video for music, digital graphics<br />
and sequencing. Alongside the course you have the opportunity to be creative and<br />
use the college’s advanced recording studios for your own projects.”<br />
Sophie Charnley<br />
Studying: Level 3 Extended Diploma in Art and Design<br />
Previous school: Preston School<br />
What next? Plans to study Graphics at university or do a graphics<br />
Apprenticeship<br />
“When I first visited <strong>Strode</strong> I knew immediately I wanted to study here. The art and<br />
design facilities are far better than other schools and colleges I’d visited. I did really<br />
well in my first year progressing more and more in all subjects, even those I wasn’t<br />
sure about, so now I’m really confident. The teachers are very helpful. They’re<br />
passionate about their subjects and they’ve challenged me to learn new skills and<br />
broaden my knowledge. I’m really enjoying my second year, particularly as I now<br />
have my own work space which makes me feel like the teachers believe in me and<br />
my work. I’ve applied to university to do graphics. The teachers have advised me on<br />
the best universities for graphics and how to build up a good portfolio of my work.<br />
I’m also finding out about apprenticeships.”<br />
Laura Parry<br />
Studied: A Level English Literature A*, History A* and Maths (Statistics) A*, <strong>2011</strong><br />
Previous school: King Arthur’s Community School<br />
Where now? University of Warwick studying English Literature BA (Hons)<br />
“I’ve enjoyed learning at <strong>Strode</strong> - the staff have been so supportive and they<br />
encouraged me to be a confident and independent learner which has really helped<br />
me. The English course is very interesting and we studied a good range of texts. The<br />
atmosphere at <strong>Strode</strong> is really welcoming and supportive.“