Wellbeing, Equality and Diversity
We know the importance that wellbeing plays in our everyday life and continue to keep student and staff wellbeing high up on our agenda across CTK. Our staff and student wellbeing groups have met regularly this term and several initiatives continue to be taken forward as we recover from the COVID Pandemic.
Time to Talk Day was a great National Awareness Day which encouraged individuals to reflect on their own mental wellbeing. At St Mary’s, our Chaplaincy team organised a “coffee and a chat” morning, where staff could discuss topics picked randomly to engage in supportive conversation. Those who took part enjoyed the event.
Students at St Mary’s have also had the opportunity to take part in Mental Health Wellbeing training which helped increase awareness of key wellbeing issues. The course was very well attended, and students were grateful for the opportunity to learn how to support others within our CTK community.
The EDI (Equality, Diversity and Inclusion) committee has also been working tremendously hard and continues to implement their fantastic ideas at CTK. This half-term saw the launch of CTK’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Policy, a policy that is both warmly welcomed and fully endorsed by the CTK community. We were also delighted to welcome Dr Maxine Room CBE to CTK who delivered an outstanding briefing on Protected Characteristics.
CTK Sixth Forms continues to celebrate their diverse community in many ways including through a number of staff and student led societies and clubs. Our student lead societies meet regularly and our staff and students ensure that Equality and Diversity is embedded and promoted within our curriculum and 10:10 programme. At each site our LGBTQ+ groups meet regularly and are currently celebrating LGBTQ+ history month.
The sixth form’s Equality, Diversity and Inclusion committee and working groups have also organised sessions for staff and students on unconscious bias, decolonising the curriculum and on the achievement of ancient Africans.
Miss Amony, Assistant Principal, Equality, Diversity and Inclusion said, “We have an outstanding community at CTK, our staff and students come from such diverse backgrounds, it is important that we celebrate our community. We continue to raise awareness of all protected characteristics with our staff and students and I am so proud of our communities engagement and commitment to promoting equality and diversity.”
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Tony ST MARY'S Grades achieved: A*A*BA Progressed to: University of Oxford Course: A Level Maths, Physics, Fine Art and Further Maths
“CTK has always encouraged me to aim high, which has led me to apply to the University of Oxford and I am so pleased to begin my studies there. ”
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Mauzi ST MARY'S Grades achieved: D*DD Progressed to: University of Manchester Course: BTEC Applied Science
“During my time at CTK I have enjoyed meeting various new people, whilst engaging in classroom activities and coursework. Additionally, my teachers have provided me with excellent support throughout my studies. I am now going on to study Pharmacy at University of Manchester, in the pursuit of becoming a Pharmacist. I can’t wait to start this new journey.”
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Precious ST MARY'S Grades achieved: D*D*D* Progressed to: City University of London Course: BTEC Level 3 Health and Social Care
“Studying BTEC Health gave me the best opportunity to realise my dream. I’m incredibly appreciative of all the support and assistance I received throughout my course. From the beginning, the staff recognised my ability and didn’t give up on me.”
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Chief ST MARY'S Grades achieved: BBB Progressed to: Queen Mary University Course: A Level Maths, Physics and Chemistry
“I really enjoyed my learning at CTK as lessons were relevant, engaging and challenging, whilst cultivating a warm, dynamic atmosphere.”
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Nathaniel ST MARY'S Grades achieved: D*D*D Progressed to: University of Reading Course: BTEC Level 3 Creative Media
“The personalised attention and encouragement from the teachers has, without doubt, contributed to my academic success. The various resources offered by the sixth form, such as the library, extracurricular activities, and online tools have been outstanding. I would highly recommend CTK, to anyone looking for a wonderful educational experience that goes beyond academic excellence.”
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Maddison ST MARY'S Grades achieved: BCA, Distinction* Progressed to: Degree Apprenticeship in Accounting & Finance Course: A Level Business, Maths, EPQ and BTEC IT
“CTK St Mary's is a great environment with friendly people and teachers who want us to succeed. My grades significantly improved. I have enjoyed the various trips and enrichment activities that take place at CTK.”
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Daulat ST MARY'S Grades achieved: AAB Progressed to: Queen Mary's University Course: A Level Maths, Physics and Chemistry
“If you are willing to put in the effort to succeed, CTK is the best place to be. The sixth form provides excellent resources and a supportive community to help you reach your academic and personal goals.”
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