The Sixth Form at St Mary's brings together everything that is best about the school. In practice, there is always so much happening that you will find you are busier than you could have thought possible. We encourage and place a great emphasis on independence in the Sixth Form and you will learn the valuable skill of juggling effective work habits with challenging extra-curricular involvement.

As a small Sixth Form (about 100 girls in all), we enable each individual to flourish in a way that is quite unique. As a Sixth Former, you are much in demand to take a lead in working with those lower in the school and thus there are very real opportunities for you to learn how to lead others, work in a team and uncover what it is that you do best.

The opportunities you are offered are fab. If you're lucky, you can get your hands on much-coveted tickets to the King's College Cambridge Christmas Carol Service or take a trip to Honduras. You can get involved in the School Council and really make an impact on how we all live our lives at St Mary's or you can join the rowing team in the Sixth Form, which is coached by an international women's speed record holder. Music is another great driving force within the School and the majority of students get involved in the two concerts performed every year.

We are based in the legendary city that is Cambridge, so we have so many facilities on our doorstep, from some of the most well-known museums and galleries to a huge shopping centre and sports facilities. So whatever your tastes, talents or hobbies, you can get involved in so much in or out of School.

The teachers are amazing and are one of the major driving forces that make St Mary's what it is. The fact that we get results every individual is proud of is one thing, but the teachers really do go above and beyond to help us achieve more than just grades. They don't just prepare us for exams, they prepare us for life. I cannot think of any department in School that doesn't have a teacher that you won't remember for the rest of your life. They give you such great memories and always have your best interests at heart. They even built a brand new exclusive space for us in the Sixth Form, which set the year off to an unbeatable start and made sure we all have a place where we can relax, as well as a separate area for study.

Looking back on my first day at St Mary's, I would never have dreamed I would not only achieve so much, but also discover so much about myself. I really wouldn't change anything from my time at St Mary's. All I know is that I wouldn't be who I am today if I hadn't come here and I'm sure all of us would say the same. Just come and visit and you'll know what I mean.

Philippa H., Head Girl