Name: Tina & Haley Banks
Previous School: Laurence Jackson School
What subjects are you studying in college?
Economics, Chemistry, Maths
Economics, Physics, Maths
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
Prior has a great selection of subjects, opening up several opportunities and routes beyond sixth form.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
Having control over and independence in your studies.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Economics because of the application of theory into your daily life.
Name: Aman Wajid Rafi
Previous School: Acklam Grange School
What subjects are you studying in college?
Psychology, Maths, Computer Science
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
To be in cyber security.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
It was overall the best choice as the teachers are great and care about the students education, as well as being close to home.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
Being with my friends.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Maths because it’s fun once you get the hang of it.
Name: Amber Westwood
Previous School: Freebrough Academy
What subjects are you studying in college?
Maths, PE, Biology
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
I’ve been offered a golf scholarship in America summer 2024 that I am hoping to do.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I heard it had the best results for A Levels and I am willing to work hard to achieve good results for myself.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
It has taught me how to be more independent and more organised.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Biology, it is a really interesting subject which is very challenging but it is a subject I love. I love learning the science behind life.
Name: Natasha Martin
Previous School: Macmillan Academy
What subjects are you studying in college?
Economics, Accounting, Business
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
In the future I am planning on going to university.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I chose Prior Pursglove College because it had the subjects I wanted to take and not many colleges offer these subjects. The teachers are also always willing to go the extra mile to help you to be the best you can be.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
The best thing about Prior Pursglove college is that you are given a lot of freedom and you are treated like an adult.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
My favourite subject is economics because it is a very interesting subject and my teacher is always willing to help, and the classroom environment is lovely.
Name: Korben Simpson
Previous School: Freebrough Academy
What subjects are you studying in college?
Economics, Law, Psychology
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
I would like to go to university and study law and then go into commercial law.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
It has the best reputation in the area for A levels.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Law because it is really interesting with lots of information you wouldn’t expect.
Name: Sabeel Hussain
Previous School: Acklam Grange School
What subjects are you studying in college?
Biology, Chemistry, Further Maths
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
Medicine
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
The college has an adult and friendly environment.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
The teachers want you to achieve the highest grades you can.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Chemistry, the teacher is clearly passionate about the subject and he relates topics into his own examples, which makes thing easier to remember.
Name: Fearne Nevison
Previous School: Sacred Heart
What subjects are you studying in college?
Design, Religious Studies: Philosophy and Ethics, Media Studies
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
I am interested in studying design in university, I have a particular interest in product design.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I was able to choose subjects which I find enjoyable and are suited to my interests and career goals.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
I know I am studying enjoyable and interesting subjects which will prepare me for university and my future career, I have also made some amazing friends along the way and there is a great college atmosphere.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
My favourite subject is design as we are given the freedom to present our work in our own specific form and style.
Name: Younes Zreiqat
Previous School: Acklam Grange
What subjects are you studying in college?
Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
Medicine
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I really liked it’s buildings and the way it gave freedom to students.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
It’s teachers.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Chemistry, how it ties in to everything in life even when you’re oblivious to it.
Name: William Frankish
Previous School: Outwood Academy Bydales
What subjects are you studying in college?
English Combined, Music, Philosophy and Ethics
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
English journalist or music producer.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I wanted to do English alongside Music.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
Playing musicals for the college.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Music or English because I get to play my instrument but English because of the things we study.
Name: Mandeep Kaur
Previous School: Outwood Academy Acklam
What subjects are you studying in college?
Law, History, English Literature
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
Aspiring to become a Solicitor.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
Prior is one of the best colleges in the area with great opportunities, links with Russell group universities and teachers who are experts in their field.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
The supportive and friendly staff.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
My favourite subject is English Literature because the teacher makes the lessons interesting by making them more interactive!
Name: Hamza Arshad
Previous School: Outwood Academy Acklam
What subjects are you studying in college?
Further Maths, Biology, Chemistry
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
Medicine to go into surgery.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
It has s strong reputation for academic subjects.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
Having a lot of resources and support for education and progression into unis.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
I like them all equally
They’re all challenging intellectually.
Name: Holly Rose Weldrake
Previous School: Outwood Academy Bydales
What subjects are you studying in college?
Fine Art, Design, Combined English Language and Literature
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
I would love to get an apprenticeship / job in interior design.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I chose Prior Pursglove College because I was able to do the subjects I wanted to do which will help me get the job I want in the future.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
There is always enough time to balance studying your subjects and having free time to spend time with your friends.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
My favourite subject is design because you can explore any topic you want and create work on things you love.
Name: Libby Gordon
Previous School: Nunthorpe Academy
What subjects are you studying in college?
Economics, Fine Art, Maths
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
University
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
It had an A level Economics course and a good bus service.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
Different schemes like the Arts Award, EPQ, Career Ready program and the Careers Advisors.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
Fine Art because I really enjoy being creative and there’s lots of support from the art teachers and students.
Name: Amna Yaqub
Previous School: Acklam Grange School
What subjects are you studying in college?
Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
I am looking forward to attending university in the future with the hopes of studying medicine.
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
It’s a great college for A-levels with some of the best teaching and guidance an individual can receive within the classroom.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
My favourite subject is biology as I find it very interesting to study and analyse various topics ranging from substance exchange and energy transfers between organisms all the way to the human anatomy itself including the likes of cells, gene expression and evolution. Furthermore, it can be very insightful when we partake in various practical assessments throughout the year such as heart or plant dissections or culturing bacteria. Ultimately, everything revolves around all that is contained within biology so it helps to further understand the world around us and even make improvements if needed.
Name: Luis Richter
Previous School: Stokesley School
What subjects are you studying in college?
Biology, Computer Science, Geography
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
University or Degree apprenticeship
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
It’s a great college for my future endeavours, with a strong sense of being independent which is great for learning how to manage my time and resources and will prepare me better for life afterwards.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
Being independent and having lots of free time outside of lessons to revise and meet new people and develop strong bonds that will be with me long after college.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
All of them as they are engaging courses with great teachers who offer lots of support and have pride in their work, which is beneficial for students as it creates a deeper learning environment and allows me to understand the basis for all key topics covered that aren’t necessarily on the specification.
Name: Laura Lekgjonaj
Previous School: Rye Hills
What subjects are you studying in college?
English Literature, Spanish, Fine Art
What are your progressions plans / aspirations for the future?
University
Why did you choose Prior Pursglove College?
I believe it’s a college which offers a wide range of academic and practical courses.
What is the best thing about being a Prior Pursglove College student?
The welcoming and open community.
What is your favourite subject and what do you enjoy about this?
I would say Spanish as it allows you an insight not only in the language itself but also the history and culture of the hispanic world.