Lucy Sellick ~ 2013 Leavers

Current Position: Operations Manager

Studied: Level 3 Business National Diploma

Favourite Westgate Memory: "Despite finding examinations stressful and challenging, my fondest memories of Westgate revolve around the teachers who took the time to work closely with me. Their support in areas where I lacked confidence helped me become the best version of myself and showed me that with dedication, anything is possible!"

Saira Iffat Bhatti ~ 2019 Leavers

Current Position: Founder and Manager of 'Saira’s Academy'

Studied: MSc Dementia: Causes, Treatments and Research (Neuroscience) from UCL

Favourite Westgate Memory: "It’s truly the individuals I met along the way. They have been instrumental in shaping me into the person I am today. From my closest friend to inspirational teachers, each have left a mark on me, with their wisdom always ringing in my ears at the beginning of every new adventure."

Luke Carroll ~ 2011 Leavers

Current Position: Director at a Recruitment Consultancy

Studied: BTEC Sport Diploma & Media

Favourite Westgate Memory: "The school football team winning the league and the up in the same season. Great football team run by a great teacher. Attending the very first 'Westgate Sports Personality of the year'."

Letitia Brown ~ 2018 Leavers

Current Position: Founder and Freelance Social Media Manager at 'Social Hub Management' | Content Creator and Self Growth Advocate

Studied: Ba Hons Fashion Marketing and Communications

Favourite Westgate Memory: "One of my favourite memories from Westgate was the incredible support from my P.E. teachers, which ignited my love for extracurricular sports. Their constant engagement helped our girls team win the rounders tournament and boosted my confidence through netball which helped me gain new skills and abilities. The fun dance trips they organised lifted our spirits and led me to join a softball team and various dance schools later on in my life."

Imogen Sloane ~ 2019 Leavers

Current position: Programme Coordinator at Orri

Favourite Westgate Memory: "My fondest memory from Westgate would be of all the amazing support I received during my studies from my teachers and how this support has continued throughout my career as I still keep in touch with those who supported my educational journey. I am so grateful for the continued supportiveness that I have received through LinkedIn and returning to Westgate as an Alumni."

Nathan Dent ~ 2015 Leavers

Current Position: Principal Customer Success Manager at NanoNets (an artificial intelligence company)

Studied: Level 5 diploma in Business and Leadership

Favourite Westgate Memory: "Having a new building opened each school year for a couple of my first years at westgate!"

Naiya Rattu ~ 2018 Leavers

Current Position: International Logistics and Compliance Specialist

Studied: Level 3 Business Associate Diploma

Favourite Westgate Memory: "My dearest memories of Westgate were the Philosophy classes in Sixth Form. Mr.Barber's passion for Philosophy was so contagious and captivating that it sparked a deep curiosity in me. Those engaging conversations not only opened my mind but continue to shape how I understand the world and my place within it."

Mr J Bryant ~ 2016 Leavers

Current Position: Media Studies & English Teacher

Studied: Bachelor of Arts Degree in Audio Post Production

Favourite Westgate Memory: "I’ll never forget going on an outdoor adventure trip to Italy in Year 9 with Mr Ward and watching him fall out our raft into the freezing cold river. Also had the opportunity of being appointed Head Boy in Year 13 and organising the very first Sixth Form Prom!"

Kayleigh Richardson Taylor ~ 2018 Leavers

Current Position: Accountant

Studied: ACCA Level 7 Professional Accountant Apprenticeship

Favourite Westgate Memory: "I enjoyed the variety of sports taught as part of the PE curriculum as well as the after-school tournaments and games we were entered into such as football and netball."

Important Moments: "We had a careers day at school where we reviewed the pros and cons of Apprenticeships vs University. Those days really solidified my decision in going into an accounting apprenticeship and further motivated me to become qualified."

Susuana Gyampoh Senghor ~ 2020 Leavers

Current Position: Social Work Student

Studied: Undergraduate Social Work Degree

Favourite Westgate Memory: "When I became vice chair of a national campaign on knife crime; teachers and students were kind and supported my campaigns advocating for young people, contributed to my research through voting and sharing the survey and attended workshops. Also hot-chcolate and marshmallows by the campfire at the end of the Bronze Duke of Edinburgh. Celebrating netball and rounders team wins."

Important Moments: "The careers team were brilliant, organised events with professionals, gave us 1-1 advice and helped everyone apply for their chosen pathways. I learnt to step out of my comfort zone and volunteer for a cause I was passionate about. Currently, I do projects encouraging the new cohorts of Westgate students to reach for their dreams."