Bosworth has a fantastic range of students from all over the world
Read what they think of their experience with us.
Reegina Z Zainal (Malaysia)
Course: A-levels (Maths, Physics, Chemistry)
When did you study with us?
1993-1994
A-levels (Maths, Physics, Chemistry)
How did you get on?
3As
What did you like best about Bosworth?
The great fun being around friends & the wonderful wonderful tutors - Mrs Renouf, Mrs Mac, Dr. Bonsall, Dr. Chilton, Dr. Holah - to name the few . Thanks for having us ( the 1st batch of naive(then) Malaysians in Bosworth ) as your students !!!!
Where are you now?
Oil & Gas Industry - Middle East
Kristy Griffin (United States)
When did you study with us?
1976-1978
Everything...the people I knew and the friends I made! I was an American student. I loved it!
Where are you now?
I live in the US! I love it! I am a nurse and I have been for 25 years!
Kristy Griffin Pictured Above Right
Chong Gao (China)
Course: A Levels (Maths, Further Maths, Economics and Physics)
University: University College London (UCL)
When did you study with us?
2004-2007
What did you study with us?
Language As and A2
How did you get on?
I got A for my Math and Further Math, B for Economics, and an a (AS level) for physics
What did you like best about Bosworth?
I can't think any beautiful word to describe my 3-year time in Bosworth, I felt it totally changed my life. I think it is not enough to say thanks to everyone who helped with my study and my life, Mrs Carter, Mr Boothman, Mr O'hare and especially, Mrs Renouf, I can tell anyone how much I hate Math and Statistics before she being my teacher. HAHA! I am sure I ll be back to say thanks to everyone when I becoming more succesful in my study or career.
Where are you now?
Thanks Bosworth......I am studying in UCL for Information Management for Business. But of course......under pressure. HAHA
(Photo) It was the 3rd time Wayne Rooney asked Chong for a photo....
Nguyen Lan (Vietnam)
Course: A Levels (Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Accounting, Economics) - Straight As
University: London School of Economics (LSE)
When did you study with us?
2001-2002
What did you study with us?
A Level - Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Accounting, Economics
How did you get on?
A in all subjects
What did you like best about Bosworth?
Bosworth is a place where you can learn to live independently, yet are able to get all the support when needed. It is, I believe, very important, especially to an international student like myself who had never been abroad and lived far from home before. It is a place where everybody knows each other and your name is remembered not just during the time you stay in Bosworth but even many years afterwards.
Where are you now?
After graduating from the London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE), I spent some time in the States and Singapore before going back to Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam. I am now working for Savills Vietnam as a financial analyst in property investment.
Lan photographed above with the Vice Principal, Mrs. Carter, and Mr Bromilow (Economics)
Smiley Last Day Memories, Goodbye :D (by Chloe Phung)
I give a smiling icon in my title with the hope that we smile when we recall about all the things we had in Bosworth. Today I went to college the last time and wandered around Nazareth House for a while. I came into all the rooms that I studied before: room 2, 5, 6, 13. When I entered the rooms I almost cried. They were all empty. There were no friends around no chit-chatting and….. no teachers.
Besides Mr. Davies, Mrs Renouf was the teacher who I spent most of the week with, 5 lessons a week I remember. If lessons were at the last period of the day then I would always show up at the class with a tired face. But well I have to say, statistics to me, is an interesting subject which I could understand and found it really practical in life. I promise to you that I will continue studying it in University and I will try to do my best in it : D
To my most favourite economics teacher Mr Moran you inspired me a lot. I still remember in my AS, on the day I did pilot paper, you even arrived to college to mark my unit 3 paper for my revision. Sir, thank you and thank you, I don’t know what to say more than those words but I hope you will understand how grateful I am to you.
To my personal tutor Mrs. Cieslewicz, you are like my second mother who cared for every aspect of my life. Mrs, it was you who tried very hard with me during my University application. I don’t know whether I can get into my dream University without your help. Thank you …… mom!
I also have a special friend, Mr. Ian, the chef of our college, he always gave me lots of food at lunch and dinner. On the last day I could meet him. Sir, I almost cried at that moment but I didn’t dare to make you sad. We will keep smiling, right? Because I promise to come back and visit and cook a dish from your cook book : D
To all my close friends, you chatted with me, you gave advice, you studied and taught me you supported me when I was sad. Living by myself in a foreign country would have been much harder to me if it had not been for your appearance. Particularly to my lovely roommate, days with you are the best memories of the last 18 months.
Today is my last day as a Student at Bosworth. It took me quite a long time to realize how much I love it and how much I miss it like I do at this moment. I will keep in mind every corner, every room, every door of the school. Thanks to all the staff. You have taken a very good care of me. I will keep in my mind all your smiles as they always lighted up my days at school. THANK YOU!
Hwei Wuen Chan (Malaysia)
Course: A levels (Biology, Chemisty, German, Mathematics) - Straight As
University: Qualified with M.B.,B.S from University College London
When did you study with us?
2002-2004
What did you study with us?
A levels (Biology, Chemisty, German, Mathematics)
How did you get on?
A in all subjects
What did you like best about Bosworth?
Community spirit among the students
Degree of support and warmth from the members of staff especially towards international students
Where are you now?
Qualified with M.B.,B.S from University College London
Will be practising as a doctor in Singapore (Singapore General Hospital) starting September 2009 with the aim to specialise in ophthalmology in the years to come
Currently preparing for my United States Medical Licensing Examinations Step 1 before commencing work.
Wilson Kywa (Myanmar)
Course: Pre Academic English
University: St. Andrews
Wilson KYWA was our very first student from Mandalay, Myanmar. He joined Bosworth Independent College to undertake a two term Pre Academic English course in preparation for University studies. His first two terms were tough for him and at the time we were concerned about his progression to University but how wrong we were!
Wilson has just completed two years at St Andrews studying International Business and hopes to transfer to the USA to complete his final year. He recently returned to Bosworth to say 'thanks' to the staff and to see us before he transfers to the USA. Of course we wish him every success and it was so nice to see him transformed into a confident and positive young man. Well Done & good luck in the States!
Wilson photographed with The Principal, Mike McQuin
Minh Vu (Vietnam)
Course: A Levels
University: UCL studying Economics
Mark found opportunities outside the college to help him settle in to life in England and enhance his personal development.
“The welcome I got when I first arrived at Bosworth was very amazing – everyone is so friendly and warm. It’s like a 2nd family for me. I have a great bond with the teachers and they were so supportive during my studies”.
Minh pictured with Mrs. Liz Carter, Vice-Principal on a recent visit back to Bosworth.
Wayne Tang (Hong Kong)
Course: A Levels
University: Masters in Actuarial Science at Cass Business School, City University London
“Every time I come back to visit Bosworth it feels like home. I am connected with all staff – it feels the same as a big family. The great thing about Bosworth is the good teaching and good results. Unlike at a university or some other schools, all the Bosworth teachers have got time for the students.”
Hong Kong student now studying a Masters in Actuarial Science at Cass Business School, City University London.
Yumi Suzuki (Japan)
Course: A Levels
University: Law at University of Warwick
“I enjoyed studying at Bosworth a lot: the teachers and staff are very caring and friendly. I guess the best evidence of this is that most of us still keep in touch with our teachers, even though we have left the UK. I have a lot of memorable memories from Bosworth, with tears and laughs. I do believe if I didn't study there, I might not have the results I have today. I really would love to take this great opportunity to thank all the teachers who taught and supported me.I graduated from Warwick's Law School in 2005, and now I'm working for Clifford Chance as a paralegal in Hong Kong, and I'm still working hard to reach my dreams to become a lawyer.”
Japanese student at Bosworth 2000 – 2002.
Dmytro Kislov (Ukraine)
Course: A Levels (Physics, Maths, Further Maths – 1 year) - Straight As
University: University of Cambridge
"Bosworth is great because it gives you the freedom to achieve and there are loads of sports (basketball, volleyball and football) and extra curricular activities. The college is small and socially very good. There are students from all over the world and it is a great mix and easy to make friends”.
Dmytro pictured above with the Principal, Mike McQuin, is congratulated on his place at Cambridge University and success in the recent Maths Olympiad.
Luke Ha (Malaysia)
Course: A Levels (Law AS, Physics, Maths, Economics) - all A grades
University: Law at University of Liverpool
“I liked the International Community at Bosworth. It was the first time I had met so many people from other countries and made lots of friends that I am still in touch with.”
What did you like best about Bosworth?
1. The classes and tutors
2. The multicultural environment
3. The facilities
4. Northampton itself
Luke pictured with the Principal, Mike McQuin
Farinaz Keshavarzi (Iran)
Course: University Foundation Programme (Biology, Chemistry and Maths) - Distinction (Grade A)
University: King's College, London
“I really enjoyed my time at Bosworth. It has really prepared me for life at King’s College because I’ve met so many people from other countries and it has taught me to be more independent, which I must admit I wasn’t when in Iran”
Janika Bockmeyer (Germany)
Course: A Levels (AS Economics, Biology, Art)
“I made friends from the Ukraine, Nigeria, Malaysia and China. It was such a warm and welcoming place”.“My year at Bosworth was a great foundation for what I want to do in the future. I’ve learnt so many new terms in Economics so that will give me an advantage at University, as some of the terminology will be in English, even in Germany!”
Students from Latvia
Arita Tuckus - Computing, Maths, Economics
Felikss Igauniss - Maths, Physics, Economics
Karina Pankova - Biology, Chemistry, Maths
“Bosworth offers a good education and quality teachers. The small study groups are very different to Latvia. On average there are 8 students in a class and that gives us the attention we need from the teacher. Now we are all achieving good grades."
Sara-Jayne Mcleod (UK)
Course: A Levels (Chemistry, Biology, Psychology)
University: Medicine at Queen Mary, London
“I learnt skills that I’m using now at University. My peers from other schools are struggling to adapt to the teaching style at this level, but the University-style approach and involvement from teachers at Bosworth has helped me a real lot. They didn’t just ‘write and we copied’ – we had to participate and that is what they expect at University.”
Sarah pictured with the Principal, Mike McQuin
Mark Dang (Vietnam)
Course: A Levels (Maths, Further Maths, Physics)
University: Maths at Cambridge
Volunteered: Oxfam and Cancer Research UK
Mark found opportunities outside the college to help him settle in to life in England and enhance his personal development.
“My English improved a lot by working at the shops. I also learnt how to interact with lots of different kinds of people and how to organise myself. I think this made me more independent and was a good experience overall.”
Mark is also active in Sport, including football, basketball and table tennis at the weekends.
He attaining his predicted A grades and achieved his place at Cambridge University to read Maths.
Azubuike Ndukwe (Nigeria)
“Bosworth has been a really positive experience for me. The way the Biology revision notes and exam techniques were taught has helped me during my exams and the way the teacher taught Maths has made it very easy to understand and learn.”
Zubby achieved three As in his A Levels and gained his place at Imperial College, London.
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