An Introduction from our Head Girl
“Hi, my name is Seren and I’m Head Girl here at Welshpool High School. I’ve been here for just over 6 years now and my time here has been nothing but extraordinary. I went to Montgomery Primary school which was a fairly small primary school so coming into such a big school was daunting and I was very nervous, but it’s natural to feel like that when embarking on a new chapter of your lives. I was always a little bit worried about getting lost or never adapting to such a huge change but I feel like after 6 years you really do grow into being a part of this school. No matter how many times I got lost on my way to English or RE there were always friendly pupils and staff about to point me in the right direction and be that support net behind me.
It’s understandable to feel the butterflies in your stomach when you first get off the bus and look at the doors to the school and think “how many times will I get lost today?” but trust me it goes without doubt it will happen but within a couple of weeks you will know the school like the back of your hand. I was lacking in confidence regarding the jump in school work but I constantly felt supported and encouraged to express myself in classes and whenever I need an extra supporting hand there was one, whether it was my form tutor or my subject teacher. They were always there for me. This is one thing I have always and continue to admire about this school is the unwavering support for students no matter how difficult times can get. Welshpool’s students are the centre of this school and ensuring their wellbeing and mental health is supported is always the top priority and it truly is admirable.
One of the things I loved the most in my first few weeks at this school was the amount of opportunities that were available to me, from choir in music to trying out new sports in PE after school. But also the opportunity to become a key voice for the school as a part of the student council, I’ve been with the student council for around 4 years throughout my time here and I felt empowered that I could develop my confidence by expressing my thoughts regarding issues being raised, and I think it’s fair to say I wouldn’t be in the position I am now without all this space for me to grow and develop.
Finally it goes without saying that Welshpool really is the place for me and will forever be a part of my life, it’s taught me key life skills, developed my confidence and transformed me into who I am today. If you choose to come to Welshpool I can assure you that it won’t be a mistake and will be one of the best decisions.”
Welshpool High School