MEET OUR STUDENTS

Inspiring stories: “Studying at NewVIc was one of the best decisions I’ve made. If you’re thinking about Foundation Learning, just remember that it’s a great place to grow, explore, and prepare for your future too. There’s lots to get involved with and I love my friends and teachers here.”

Danny is in the second year of his Preparation for Adulthood course (part of the Foundation Learning programme) and a former Stratford Academy student. He is thriving on the programme, taking advantage of the on site sensory garden, developing gardening skills as well as life skills through access to using the kitchen and a purpose built flat - some of the many opportunities available to foundation level students at NewVIc.

We caught up with Danny to find out about his journey at NewVIc.

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Inspiring stories: “I want to be a voice for every student. One of my aims is to work with the senior leadership team to ensure student work and social spaces are as comfortable as possible.”

Maxine-Rose is the newly elected Student Union President at NewVIc Sixth Form Centre. She’s in the second year of her A Levels, studying Biology, Psychology and English Language and plans to build a career in Psychiatry. She is actively involved in sixth form life, taking advantage of the many opportunities available to students at NewVIc.

This academic year (2025-26), Maxine-Rose is serving as NewVIc’s Student Union President and has also been involved in the Student Council. Prior to joining sixth form, she attended St Catherine’s School for Girls. We caught up with Maxine-Rose to find out about her journey.

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Inspiring stories: “I am the Student Union President and I am very proud that I can voice student concerns and issues. I love to help others and why not as president to my peers? I believe in making change for young people and I am grateful that the student community voted for me and believe in my abilities.”

Sabiqun is a final year student studying A Levels in Business, Economics alongside a Level 3 Diploma in Financial Services. She is actively involved in college life and has taken advantage of the many opportunities available to students at NewVIc.

This academic year (2024-25), Sabiqun is serving as NewVIc’s Student Union President and has also been involved in the Student Council. Prior to joining sixth form, she was at Lister Community School. We caught up with Sabiqun to find out about her journey.

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Inspiring stories: “Being at NewVIc has definitely been one of the greatest times of my life. I have made friends from all walks of life, had a chance to do fun things, and I have been presented on different stages I never thought I would. I really like the community spirit here.”

Aleeza is a final year student studying A Levels in Psychology, English Literature and Religious Studies. She has taken advantage of the many opportunities available to students at NewVIc.

Aleeza is actively involved in college life. This academic year (2023-24), Aleeza served as the college’s Student Union President and also got involved in the Student Council and Student Ambassador volunteering scheme. She is an avid musician and singer and has featured singing alongside music producer Frenchy. Prior to joining NewVIc, she was at Scoil Chriost Ri school in Ireland. We caught up with Aleeza to find out about her journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “I’ve learnt that college is a more nuanced chapter of life. There’s more freedom, there’s more chances to get involved and bring forward opinions and there’s ample amounts of NewVIc staff you can build a good relationship with that you can go to for advice or for issues you face.”

Camecia is an aspiring actor who recently worked tirelessly to spread life-saving messages about breast cancer amongst young people working with the charity CoppaFeel with four other students. She is currently in her second year of studying A Levels in English Literature, English Language, Psychology and a vocational course in Acting. She was a former Norbury Manor Business and Enterprise College student. We caught up with Camecia to find out a little more about her journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “Before I started college I thought I will never get anywhere in life with my disability. Looking back I started to learn that anyone can get to where they want to get to in life, no matter what their disability may be.”

Karolina is an aspiring business entrepreneur who would like to set up her own clothing brand. Living with a disability, she wants to excel in life and show others that they can too. She is currently in her first year of studying Level 2 Business T Level Transition. She was a former Cumberland Community School student. We caught up with Karolina to find out a little more about her journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “I love taking part in sports, and have been doing so since I was a little girl in Greece. I take part in most sporting activities put on by the Sports Academy. If I’m not participating then I am assisting the coaches.”

Nefeli is an aspiring athlete and budding football and netball player with the NewVIc Knights teams. This year, Nefeli was recognised by the Association of Colleges Sport Awards 2023 and awarded Volunteer of the Year. She was nominated for her outstanding work supporting, encouraging and inspiring her peers in a variety of sports. She is currently in her second year of studying Level 3 Level Extended Diploma in Sport - Development Coaching and Fitness. She was a former Cumberland Community School student. We caught up with Nefeli to find out a little more about her journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “As a refugee myself, I know first hand how difficult it is fleeing from a country that went into war. Refugees need support, understanding and opportunities to save them from the horrific situations they had to flee.”

Olha is about to finish studying the Progress to Advanced Programme (PTOA). She fled an arms conflict in the Ukraine and moved to the UK and joined the college on the PTOA last year. We caught up with the tri-lingual student to find out a little more about her journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “My mother finished secondary school, attended higher education, and found employment. My mother has consistently given me advice to be independent and to avoid falling prey to stereotypes.”

Tasnim is a second-year student studying vocational level 3 in Travel and Tourism. As part of her course, Tasnim was recently selected to go on a research trip to Marrakech to study sustainable and specialist tourism in Morocco. She progressed from Jo Richardson Community School and joined the college. We caught up with Tasnim to find out a little more about her journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “NewVIc gave me the freedom to enjoy the college fully with their opportunities and services.”

Preetham, an aspiring software engineer, has secured a place at University of Westminster to study Software Engineering. He achieved top grades with triple distinction (equivalent to A A A in A Levels) in Vocational Level 3 IT. Preetham is involved in many opportunities available for students at NewVIc. Preetham is part of the Student Union and involved in the Student Council, Campaigns Champion and Student Ambassador volunteering scheme. He was a former Eastlea Community School student. We caught up with Preetham to find out a little more about his journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “No matter who you are, NewVIc will offer you a chance and make you the best you can.”

Nathaly is a second-year A Level student studying Criminology, Psychology and Philosophy. Alongside her course, Nathaly is also a part of the college’s Student Council and Campaign Champion. Nathaly is also an avid Student Ambassador. She progressed from Skinner’s Academy and joined the college. We caught up with Nathaly to find out a little more about her journey so far.

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Meet the Student Union: Lead Student Councillor.

Meet NewVIc student and Student Union Lead Councillor, Elizabeth. Elizabeth is a former Barking Abbey School student and is currently in her second year studying Vocational Health and Social Care. We caught up with Elizabeth to find out a little more.

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Meet the Student Union: Finance Officer.

Meet NewVIc student and Finance Officer, Saule. She is a member of the Student Union and a former Kingsford Community School student and is currently in her second year studying A Levels in History, Politics and Law. We caught up with Saule to find out a little more.

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Meet the Student Union: Learner Voice Officer.

Meet NewVIc student and Sport and Physical Activity Officer, Harish. He is a member of the Student Union and a former Langdon Academy student and is currently in his second year studying Entry 3 Foundation Level. We caught up with Harish to find out a little more.

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Meet the Student Union: Learner Voice Officer.

Meet NewVIc student and Student Learner Voice Officer, Murshida. She is a member of the Student Union and is currently in her second year studying A Levels in Mathematics, Chemistry, Biology and Criminology. We caught up with Murshida to find out a little more.

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Meet the Student Union: Student Welfare Officer.

Meet NewVIc student and Student Welfare Officer, Razaan. She is a member of the Student Union and is currently in her second year studying A Levels in Psychology, English Literature and Law. Razaan is also an active Student Ambassador. We caught up with Razaan to find out a little more.

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Inspiring stories: “There are so many opportunities, it’s up to you to take them up. You can aim high here, I took that opportunity and I am very happy I did. You can too.”

Ryan is a first-year student studying Level 3 in Media. Ryan is involved in many opportunities available for students at NewVIc like the Student Ambassador volunteering scheme. He arrived from Germany and joined the college on our Progress to Advanced Programme. We caught up with Ryan to find out a little more about his journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “NewVIc is what you make it, amazing for those who want to be here! Being at NewVIc is sensational, you will meet teachers who are alumni from top universities and staff who have mentored big names in the entertainment industry.”

Jadyn is a first-year student studying A Levels in Computer Science, Mathematics and Physics. Alongsde his course, Jadyn is also doing an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). Jadyn is involved in many opportunities available for students at NewVIc. Jadyn is also the college’s Student Union President and involved in the Student Council and Student Ambassador volunteering scheme. He is also an avid musician and singer hoping to also get his musical career off the ground. Jadyn was home schooled prior to joining the college. We caught up with Jadyn to find out a little more about his journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “My parents are a huge inspiration to me. They both immigrated to the UK as young adults with absolutely nothing. They worked hard, both have PHDs and built an amazing life for not only themselves but also for me and my siblings.”

Kean is a first-year BTEC Level 3 student studying IT. Alongside his course, Kean is also a part of the college’s Student Council and Campaign Champion. Kean is also an avid Student Ambassador. He arrived from Algeria from British International School in Algiers and joined the college. We caught up with Kean to find out a little more about his journey so far.

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Inspiring stories: “Joining NewVIc, I was unsure on how I would settle in. I wasn't sure if I would make any new friends. The basketball team really helped me in making new friendships and creating strong bonds with one another, helping us on and off the basketball court.”

Joseph is a budding basketball player with NewVIc Knights Basketball Team. He is currently in his first year of studying Level 3 Business. He was a former St Bonaventure’s School student. We caught up with Adrian to find out a little more about his journey so far.

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