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Since leaving Hatch End High School, Harry Measure has completed a Law degree at the University of Bristol. Harry is hoping to use this academic platform to find a career in either Law or Finance. Harry says: "for current students, I would encourage them to stay true to what they want to achieve in life and not be swayed by all other voices that may be telling them otherwise, it all works out eventually just enjoy your life!"
Since leaving Jack Measure has gone on to study History at Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge. Since starting university, Jack has worked on the Lumina Course which works to make Oxbridge more accessible to state school students. Going to university opened up many different opportunities for Jack and this summer he is looking forward to travelling to Hong Kong to teach English. Jack is looking forward to starting his second year at Cambridge and seeing what the future brings.
Since leaving Hatch End High School in 2016, I studied Accounting & Finance at the University of Kent. University was a huge step up from A-Levels and it was indeed very challenging, but at the end it truly felt rewarding. Since graduating, my first job was in the Real Estate industry, working as an in-house accountant. I was able to apply my new knowledge from university into real-life concepts and situations. This also gave me an idea of where I would like to progress in my career, which brought me to recently moving to an Accounting Practice. And I am about to start my studies and training to become a Chartered Accountant. In the future, my goal is to become a fully qualified under ICAEW and specialise in either audit or tax. My advice to current students would be to always keep a positive mindset and to keep trying no matter what obstacles you may face. Your end goal will always be reached, but sometimes we do have to go through the downs before we get to enjoy the ups. And also, there is amazing support available always from HEHS staff for all aspects, so I would definitely encourage everyone to utilise their help. I cannot be grateful enough to have studied here, as it has brought me where I am today! Radhika Patel, Class of 2016
Our past student Yohani De Silva from Sri Lanka has become a global sensation during the last few months with her hit song ‘Menike Mage Hithe’. The song has now been translated into many foreign languages and sung by so many artists worldwide. Click here to find out more about the original recording, which is currently trending at approximately 140 million views in just under 4 months! Well done Yohani, everyone at Hatch End High School is so proud of your success.
Former Hatch End High School Student Javid Basharat has been awarded a contract to fight in the prestigious UFC (Ultimate Fighting Championship). Javid, 26, defeated Israeli fighter Oron Kahlon at the Dana White Contender Series in Las Vegas to earn his contract. Javid, who is currently unbeaten in 11 fights, has a younger brother Farid, (also attended Hatch End High School) who is also a promising fighter and is currently unbeaten in 7 fights. Javid will now attempt to climb up the rankings and hopefully be in a position to fight for a world title.
Rajan Modha, Class of 2014, was one of nine DofE (Duke of Edinburgh) Gold Award holders who lined the steps of Westminster Abbey for Prince Philip’s Memorial Service. Rajan first started on the DofE scheme back in 2009 and completed it in 2017, after cycling more than 180miles through the Gambia in Africa over the course of four days to gain his gold award. Whilst in Africa, Rajan met with dozens of other young people from around the world who were also doing the DofE. Rajan said, ‘The common ground was the DofE. It is just amazing how different countries and cultures are brought together by this one scheme,’ he said. Rajan, who now works as a freelance climbing coach and for IT firm Oracle, said he was presented with his Gold Award by Prince Edward. ‘It was an honour to meet Prince Edward. When you complete your gold award it is the pinnacle moment. It just goes to show that if you stay consistent and follow it all the way through, you are rewarded. It was a surreal moment,’ he said. He added that the DofE ‘unlocked’ his ‘hidden passion’ for mountaineering and allowed him to find himself as an individual.
Since leaving HEHS, I have been studying Law at City University, where I am focusing on commercial law. I’ve had the opportunity to complete an internship in this field, gaining valuable insight and experience. Alongside my studies, I have also taken on the role of an English tutor, helping GCSE students achieve exceptional grades in their exams. My goal is to qualify as a solicitor, working within commercial law.
For current students, my advice would be to stay focused on your long-term goals but also embrace every opportunity that comes your way. Internships, volunteering and other extracurricular activities can open doors you never expected. Always be curious, and don’t be afraid to ask for help or guidance when you need it.
Since leaving Hatch End High in 2011, Rosie has built a dynamic and successful career in Supply Chain and Management Consulting. She graduated from the University of Birmingham with a 2:1 in Philosophy before gaining industry experience as a Logistics Analyst at TK Maxx and later as a Supply Chain Analyst at Sainsbury’s. Since 2021, she has been a Management Consultant at Capgemini Invent, specialising in Supply Chain strategy and digital transformation.
Beyond her professional career, Rosie has pursued her passion for writing, publishing her debut thriller novel, Babygirl—a project she began during the 2020 lockdown.
Rosie credits Hatch End High for instilling in her the confidence, self-belief, and discipline that have shaped her journey, both in business and creative pursuits.
After finishing my A-levels at Hatch End, I went on to study Biomedical Science at Brunel University London. Alongside my degree, I worked part-time and looked for as many internship opportunities as I could. After my second year, I completed a placement year at GSK, which was a great chance to get hands-on experience in the industry.
I’ve just finished my final exams and will be starting a graduate role as a Medical Affairs Associate at a biopharma company. I’ve always been interested in the biopharma space and in finding ways to improve healthcare outcomes, so I’m excited to take this first step. I’m hoping to grow and build a career in this field over the next few years.
To future students my advice would be to give your best at school—it really does pay off! Take some time to explore the modules offered in different university courses to see what interests you. And don’t underestimate any kind of work experience—any experience is good experience! Best wishes, Shreya Shah
After leaving HEHS, I continued my journey studying at the University of Glasgow. On completing my degree I am hoping to work within the Accounting field. My advice to current Sixth Form students would be to enjoy and appreciate your time in Sixth Form. Don’t over stress it, focus in class and you’ll pass, it really isn’t hard if you set your mind to it. Damon Wu
Students who have gone to Russell Group Universities including Oxford and Cambridge
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Jack Measure Destination: Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge Subject: History |
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Franziska Kirschner Destination: University of Oxford Subject: PhD in Physics |
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Amar Chandarana Destination: University of Oxford Subject: Economics and Management |
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Shyam Jobanputra Destination: Queen Mary, University of London Subject: Accounting and Management
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Taliya Atukorala Destination: King's College London Subject: Organisational Psychiatry and Psychology |
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Yaana Buttinger Destination: University of Sheffield Subject: Physics |
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Utsav Radia
Destination: Imperial College London Subject: Medicine |
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Yousef Anis
Destination: University College London Subject: Engineering and Business Finance |
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Maya Patel (ex Head Girl)
Destination: University of Liverpool Subject: Accounting and Finance |
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Ben Farrar Destination: University of Birmingham Subject: Music |
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Yanbo Zhao
Destination: University of Bristol Subject: Civil Engineering |
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Anna Gribben Destination: University of Bristol Subject: Building Surveying |
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David Hooper Destination: University of York Subject: History and Philosophy |
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Matthew Choy Destination: Imperial College London Subject: Computing BEng |
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Sophie Lipton Destination: University of Manchester Subject: Middle Eastern Studies |
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Charles Pegg Destination: Kings College London Subject: Geography |
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Lul Abdul Kadir Destination: University of Manchester Subject: Materials Science and Engineering |
Class of 2017 - 2018
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Nazar Fakirzay Destination: University of Southbank London Subject: Creative Advertising with Marketing |
Class of 2015 - 2016
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Jack Measure Destination: Gonville and Caius College, Cambridge Subject: History |
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Aurora Stahlberg Destination: Returned to Finland |
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Freya Buttinger Destination: University of Sussex Subject: Mechanical Engineering |
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Lul Abdul Kadir Destination: University of Manchester Subject: Materials Science and Engineering |
Class of 2014 -2015
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Salim Muhammad Destination: City, University of London Subject: Sport |
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Charmi Navichandra Destination: University of Essex Subject: Drama |
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Sirojithan Sivarajah Destination: London South Bank University Subject: Chemical and Process Engineering |
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Hena Saleem
Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Biomedical Science |
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Will Farr Destination: University of Birmingham Subject: Electronics and Computer Engineering |
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Darshan Shah Destination: Royal Holloway Subject: Physics/IT |
Class of 2013 - 2014
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Shyam Jobanputra Destination: Queen Mary, University of London Subject: Accounting and Management
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Yaana Buttinger Destination: University of Sheffield Subject: Physics |
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Krishan Thakar
Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Digital Technology |
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Hershil Patel Destination: Nottingham Trent University Subject: Law |
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Roland Amoah Destination: Newcastle University Subject: Medicine |
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Taliya Atukorala Destination: King's College London Subject: Organisational Psychiatry and Psychology |
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Our past student Yohani De Silva from Sri Lanka has become a global sensation during the last few months with her hit song ‘Menike Mage Hithe’. The song has now been translated into many foreign languages and sung by so many artists worldwide. Click here to find out more about the original recording, which is currently trending at approximately 140 million views in just under 4 months! Well done Yohani, everyone at Hatch End High School is so proud of your success. |
Class of 2012 - 2013
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Maya Patel (ex Head Girl)
Destination: University of Liverpool Subject: Accounting and Finance |
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Utsav Radia
Destination: Imperial College London Subject: Medicine |
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Aaisha Shah
Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Finance and Economic |
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Monique Fearon Destination: University of Bedfordshire Subject: Psychology, Counselling and Therapies |
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Katherine Fenn
Destination: University of Bath Subject: Biochemistry |
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Harry Neville
Destination: Deloitte's Audit Business Subject: Banking and Capital Markets |
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Chinmaya Yerawadekar
Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Economics |
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Aarthie Thayanantha
Destination: University of Greenwich Subject: Accounting and Finance |
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Yousef Anis
Destination: University College London Subject: Engineering and Business Finance |
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Ben Farrar Destination: University of Birmingham Subject: Music |
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Ketan Gopal
Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Finance and Economics |
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Yanbo Zhao
Destination: University of Bristol Subject: Civil Engineering |
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Jack Woodward
Destination: Goldsmiths, University of London Subject: Computer Science |
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Bavine Baichande Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Psychology |
Class of 2011 - 2012
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David Hooper Destination: University of York Subject: History and Philosophy
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Akshay Shah Destination: Cass Business School Subject: Actuarial Science |
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Anna Gribben Destination: University of Bristol Subject: Building Surveying |
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Nicole Dennis Destination: The West End |
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Shavindri De Silva Destination: SiChaun University, China Subject: Medicine |
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Karishma Virji
Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Business Studies |
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Olufela Olomola Destination: Professional Football |
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Immi Niewiara
Destination: University of Sussex Subject: Law Read more... |
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Ami Thakrar
Destination: Portsmouth University Subject: Economics Read more... |
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Jessica Sirius
Destination: Univeristy of Hertfordshire Subject: Economics |
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Alexander McCabe Destination: Royal Holloway University Subject: Physics
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Class of 2010 - 2011
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Sophie Lipton Destination: University of Manchester Subject: Middle Eastern Studies |
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Amar Chandarana Destination: University of Oxford Subject: Economics and Management |
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Nishat Kamal Destination: University of Kent Subject: Accounting and Management |
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Hetal Pratapshinh Destination: City, University of London Subject: Business Studies and Finance |
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Matthew Choy Destination: Imperial College London Subject: Computing BEng |
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Alfred Tudor Destination: University of Huddersfield Subject: Business Management |
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Charles Pegg Destination: Kings College London Subject: Geography |
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Franziska Kirschner Destination: University of Oxford Subject: PhD in Physics |
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Sohib Ghafouri Destination: Kingston, University of London Subject: Civil Engineering |
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Joshua Freedman Destination: Nottingham Trent University Subject: History |
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Tariq Basharat Destination: Nottingham Trent University Subject: History |
Class of 2009 - 2010
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Emeka Uzoh Destination: London Metropolitan University Subject: Animation |
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Jamie Booth Destination: University of Lincoln Subject: Post Production |
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Alistair Davidson Destination: Anglia Ruskin University Subject: Wildlife Biology |
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David Drohan Destination: Prestigious Culinary School Subject: Retail Management |
Class of 2008 - 2009
Class of 2007 - 2008
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Mopani Mkandawire Destination: University of Hertfordshire Subject: Aerospace Technology with Pilot Studies
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Claire Drohan Destination: University of Reading Subject: English Language and Literature |