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Meet Charlie
MEET Charlie
Third Year
I’m really enjoying Fourth Year. You do feel a lot more grown up! My favourite lessons are Drama, Chemistry and Music. A massive thing for me this year is taking the lead in the Middle School play, Bugsy Malone, which involves learning a lot of lines and singing and dancing. We are performing alongside girls from Waldegrave School and I am really enjoying being part of the cast. The productions at Hampton are one of the best parts of being here. Another development is that I have joined Hampton's male voice choir, Voices of Lions. They are amazing and perform at the Edinburgh Fringe, which I am really looking forward to. I'm also enjoying being part of the U15C football team and playing crickets with the Bs in the summer. I run too and have competed for Hampton at several Cross Country meets this year. I am really enjoying my school life and am very busy!
What is the biggest difference when you compare this school year to last?
I’m getting a lot more homework but the subjects get more interesting as you learn more about the topic.
What has been the funniest moment recently?
Our Form Tutor was late for afternoon registration and so the class made him do 40 press-ups which was very funny.
What has been your best lesson and why?
Definitely the class during ‘No Limits Lessons’ week when our RS class could make videos on the Multiverse Theory.
Name one of your favourite teachers?
My Chemistry teacher Mrs Knibbs has lots of energy and is very funny and patient and makes sure that everyone understands the topic that she is teaching.
What has been your best co-curricular moment this year?
I'm a singer and a musician, and performing in the School Concerts has been brilliant. I love being on stage.
Fun Facts
Age:
13
My Form:
Open, Exciting, Fun
Top Lunch:
My favourite lunch recently was having spaghetti meatballs straight after football training when I was ravenous.
My Top Facts:
- Around 300 million years ago, North America joined with Africa, South America, and Europe and was called Pangea
- Women in the UK were first allowed to vote in 1928
- The Periodic Table tells you how many protons, neutrons and electrons each element contains
Meet Kieran
MEET Kieran
Upper Sixth
At the moment, I'm spending a lot of my time on athletics. I compete for the School but I also want to become a professional decathlete and my dream is to represent team GB in the Olympics so I am training around six days a week, Currently, I am ranking within the top performers in the country and so things are on track. Aside from sport, my main co-curricular activity is playing the drums, for which I am currently grade 8. It’s great fun and one of the highlights of the year is performing at the Hampton Rock Concert. My main goal in life is to become a professional athlete but as well as that I also hope to study veterinary medicine at university in the USA and become a vet later in life.
What is the biggest difference when you compare this school year to last?
The work load in Upper Sixth definitely steps up as we try and get on top of all our topics. I'm enjoying my responsibilities as a Prefect, which include helping out in the classrooms and accompanying visitors on tours of the School.
What has been your best lesson recently?
Cake day with my Geography class on Friday is a favourite. Each week, a different member of the class brings in cake, which we eat halfway through the lesson. It's something to look forward to and gives us a break from some challenging topics.
Name one of your favourite teachers?
I think the teacher whose teaching style suits me best is Ms Towler in the Biology department. We have a lot of fun during lessons, regularly starting interesting conversations about random Biology topics such as do we really need rhinos? And immortal jellyfish. This has helped make lessons a lot more engaging for me.
What have you been most proud of so far this year?
Ranking fourth nationally, and first in my age group, for the GB Senior Boys Decathlon competition was a great way to finish the season.
What has been the best co-curricular moment so far this year?
I'm a drummer and playing in the Rock Concert was a great experience. I was nervous but we sounded pretty good on the night. It was a real confidence boost.
Tell us about a moment of kindness that you have experienced?
Recently, my dad gave up his entire weekend to drive me to an athletics competition in Sheffield, which was really kind of him.
Fun Facts
Age:
17
Top Lunch:
Anything with halloumi. I love the halloumi burgers.
My Form:
Small, Friendly, Lively
My Top Facts:
- Grasshoppers have ears in their bellies, which allow them to hear the songs of other grasshoppers!
- The Democratic Republic of Congo is the world’s richest country based on natural resources, despite being among the five poorest nations in the world
- People have the same amount of muscle cells their whole life. You can only make them larger or smaller by exercising them
Meet Vishal
MEET Vishal
Upper Sixth
A former School Captain, Vishal left Hampton in 2024 and is now at University College London. At Hampton, Vish loved story telling and the School encouraged him to develop this talent and he went on to win a range of awards including the Stephen Spender Translation prize and the BBC 500 words Short Story Competition. Vishal also had many opportunities to hone his journalism skills by taking part in the Young Reporter scheme and as editor of the Hampton Sports Chronicle.
Tell us what your current day-to-day life is like now?
I am in my first year at UCL studying BA Creative Arts and Humanities. It’s a really exciting, new course and focuses on three creative elements: filmmaking, acting and writing.
How are you finding life at university?
I’m really enjoying it - life is super busy and fun! Living right in central London is particularly special as there is a lovely buzz and so many cool spots to go to (especially food places) with friends and hang out. I’ve also been getting myself involved with lots of different societies here at UCL - from the Film Society to Juggling Society, and I've started making videos about student life for the official UCL YouTube Channel, which is cool.
Do you have any future plans regarding your career?
I’m not completely certain yet. I’m trying to just take as many opportunities as possible and see where that takes me. I do think I would love to be in world of filmmaking and TV, whether that be in front or behind the camera.
How do you look back on your time at Hampton?
Hampton enabled me to try an amazing range of co-curricular activities - from debating in Model United Nations to performing in theatre shows and even setting up a filmmaking club, 'Hampton Studio' with my friend, Milo.
What did Hampton offer you?
There is definitely something unique about Hampton. With so many awesome things to get involved with you have every opportunity to grow and develop as a person. Through all of these pursuits, I have gained a lot of confidence and ability to work well as a leader and in a team.
What do you miss most from your time at Hampton?
Hampton gives you a special network of people and friends that I still stay in touch with today. Most of all, I have so many fond memories from my time at the School - just the small things like laughing with your mates during form time and playing 'one bounce' at lunchtime - I certainly miss those!
Fun Facts
Age:
18
My U6 Form:
Chaotic, Lively, Entertaining
Top Lunch:
It’s got to be a Tuesday lunchtime – pasta followed by the chocolate brownie!
My Top Facts:
- London taxi drivers have significantly more volume of grey matter in the posterior hippocampus
- There are many ways of studying the brain: such as fMRI, EEG, ERPs and postmortem examinations
- Iago (from the play Othello) is a Machiavellian figure
Meet Stanley
MEET Stanley
Fourth Year
I joined Hampton in the First Year and the thing I love most about the School is the friendly atmosphere. The sports here are brilliant and taking part has helped me make lots of friends. I'm really keen on rugby and am lucky enough to play for the U15A team. We get lots of opportunities to play other schools on the circuit and we made a great start to the season winning the South Coast King’s Festival. Winning the Middlesex Cup in Second Year was also definitely a highlight of my time here. As well as rugby, I enjoy golf and the strength & conditioning training. In terms of lessons, I love Art, Drama and English. The teachers here are brilliant and I am looking forward to getting stuck into my GCSE courses.
What is the biggest difference for you this year?
The difference when you step into your GSCE year is very noticeable. I am doing a lot more homework.
What has been your best lesson recently and why?
Double drama on a Thursday before lunch is great. It’s always a practical lesson and right now we’re working on our performances for the GCSE exam.
What have you been most proud of so far this year?
The U15 rugby team has come so far in the national RFU Competition this year and we’re so proud of everyone involved. Being in one of the top eight teams in the country isn’t something many Fifth Year boys can say.
What has been the best co-curricular moment so far this year?
Victory against Dulwich College rugby team was a brilliant day and such a great experience. We were the underdogs, but ended up beating one of the best schools around on their home turf.
Name one of your favourite teachers?
Dr Yates. His lessons are thrilling and he always makes us laugh. Usually, I’m on great terms with him unless I forget my homework, then it’s goodbye to my lunchtime!
Meet Monty
MEET Monty
Lower Sixth
I joined Hampton in Third Year and settled in within no time. Everyone is very welcoming and there's a true sense of Hampton camaraderie across the School whatever year group you belong to. There's so many things to do here and you can choose from a whole variety of activities. I'm currently doing my Gold Award for the Duke of Edinburgh’s scheme and I'm really looking forward to my assessment expedition in Snowdonia. I also enjoy taking part in Model United Nations, which gives pupils the opportunity to debate the political issues of the day. I'm studying Physics, Maths and Politics at A Level and although it's a step up, I'm really enjoying my Sixth Form experience.
What is the biggest difference when you compare this school year to last?
Now that I'm in Sixth Form, I have a lot more independence and a different relationship with my teachers. It's great to discuss and debate topics with them and while it can be challenging, it's also a lot of fun.
Name one of your favourite teachers?
My Politics teacher, Miss Field. She makes lessons lively and engaging and really makes you think about the current political issues. I really enjoy the class debates, which can be very heated but are always a lot of fun!
What has been your best lesson and why?
Politics is a new subject you can choose in Sixth Form, and I'm really glad I opted for this as one of my A Levels. I love the topical nature of the subject - Politics definitely keeps you on your toes!
What have you been most proud of so far this year?
I'm really pleased how I've adapted to Sixth Form. I've enjoyed the independent learning and it's been really helpful in improving both my time management and organisational skills.
What's the best thing about Sixth Form?
Definitely the Sixth Form Common Room and the paninis! My favourite filling is BBQ chicken, cheese and pesto. It's a popular choice among my friends!
Fun Facts
Age:
17
Top Lunch:
The chicken tikka masala is an absolute banger
My Form:
Well rounded, Amusing, Determined
My Top Facts:
- The cable car over the River Thames has an annual regular usage of only four people.
- A single spot of light on someone, is not called a spotlight but a profile.
- Gen Z are only likely to stay in a job for eight months!
Meet Noah
MEET Noah
Third Year
My highlight so far at Hampton has been taking on the lead role in the Lower School Summer Show: Once Upon a Pine: The Adventures of Pinocchio. My character was the world’s most famous puppet, Pinocchio, and I had to learn lots of lines, master choreography, and learn some fun circus skills. It was a fantastic production and we brought the Hammond Theatre audience to their feet over two nights.
What is the biggest difference this year compared to last?
In Third Year we have new classmates in our forms and we choose new options to take – I chose Drama, Spanish and Latin.
What has been the funniest moment this year?
Playing word association games with our form tutors during registration.
Name one of your favourite teachers?
Mr Double, because he makes learning really fun and interesting.
What has been the best co-curricular moment so far this year?
Playing in the Richmond Borough volleyball tournament.
Best lesson this term?
I'm really enjoying Chemistry lessons because we do lots of interesting experiments.
Tell us about a moment of kindness that you have experienced this year?
When one of my friends fell over and hurt himself and another friend made sure he got to the nurse safely.
Fun Facts
Age:
13
My Form:
Sporty, Fun, Friendly
Top Lunch:
Sausage and herb casserole with garlic bread followed by a chocolate chip cookie
My Top Facts:
- There are three different rehearsal techniques in drama – hot seating, isolating the voice and actions and splitting sentences into phrases to indicate changes of emotional thought
- The theory of the atom was conceived by a Greek philosopher and scientist
Meet Kiran
MEET Kiran
Upper Sixth
I've been at Hampton since the First Year and joined the boat club as soon as possible in Third Year. I've also always been involved in Hampton drama and have taken part in loads of productions including Terrible Infants, Guys and Dolls, and this year, 42nd Street. Sixth Form has seen a definite step up in study levels but it's been great to focus on my favourite subjects and dig deep into topics that I am very passionate about. I'm taking Biology, Chemistry and Maths for A Level and my goal is to head to veterinary school.
What has been the main difference between this year and last?
I've loved joining the Sixth Form. As a senior Hamptonian, you enjoy a much more mature relationship with the teachers, and you get lots of freedom.
What has been your best lesson recently and why?
Definitely learning about the photosynthesis in more detail in biology. It's so complex and helps you see how marvellous the natural world is.
Name one of your favourite teachers?
My Form Tutor, Mr Blachford. He's very funny and supportive to our form and creates a lovely atmosphere in form time.
What has been the best co-curricular moment in Sixth Form?
I thoroughly enjoyed rowing camp in L6. Lovely to spend some time with my mates rowing in the Seville sunshine.
What have you been most proud of so far this year?
I really enjoyed performing in the recent Senior School Musical, 42nd Street.
Fun Facts
Age:
18
Top Lunch:
Apple crumble with custard
My Form:
Fun, Relaxed, Welcoming
My Top Facts:
- DNA encoding is universal in all species
- Geckos toe pads aren’t ‘sticky’ they just use London dispersion forces to climb walls
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