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Student Spotlight

A spotlight of student achievements through academics, extra-curricular and outside community involvement.

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  • Year 8 Up-and-coming rugby talent

    Published 12/05/25

    We are excited to celebrate our Year 8 student, Charlie White! Charlie began his rugby journey with Northampton Old Scouts Rugby Football Club (NOSRFC) in September 2023, having never previously played for a team. Despite being new to the sport, he quickly showed dedication and determination, and by the end of the 2023/2024 season, he was proudly awarded 'Under 12s Most Improved Player'.

    Playing in the second-row position, Charlie trains every Wednesday and takes part in matches most Sundays—whether home fixtures or away games against other local clubs, with occasional travel further afield. His commitment and love for the game have continued to grow throughout the season.

    In spring 2024, Charlie joined the NOSRFC Under 13s on their tour to PGL Osmington Bay. The tour ran from Friday to Sunday and proved to be a fantastic team-building experience, helping to strengthen the bond between players both on and off the pitch.

    On the Sunday, NOSRFC faced off against several teams, including High Wycombe, Swanage & Wareham, Minchinhampton, and Grasshoppers. The games were intense and physically demanding, but the team gave it their all, ending the day with two draws and two hard-fought losses.

    Charlie continues to develop his skills and passion for the sport and is already looking forward to what the next season will bring.

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  • Year 8 Horse Racing Success

    Published 12/05/25

    We are incredibly proud to celebrate our Year 8 student, Gracey Patel, who has been making waves in the world of pony racing!

    Gracey has been travelling across the country with her talented ponies Ruby and Maggie, achieving remarkable results along the way. She secured impressive 2nd place finishes at both Ascot and Cheltenham, and took 3rd place at Fakenham with Maggie. Adding to her success, she claimed 1st place at Fakenham riding Julian, a Shetland pony from the JPL racing team based in Essex.

    Her talent hasn’t gone unnoticed—John Lamb, the owner and trainer of JPL, personally selected Gracey to ride for his team this season, praising her skill and dedication.

    Gracey's consistent performance has earned her 2nd place in the national 148cm points league, a phenomenal achievement that has also secured her a spot in the prestigious Racecourse Series—described by the Pony Racing Authority as "our top level of Pony Racing and often a stepping stone for future professional jockeys."

    Most recently, on Sunday 11 May, Gracey won Best Turned Out & 2nd place with pony Ruby and 2nd place with pony Maggie at Haydock.

    Good luck and well done, Gracey! We can’t wait to see what you achieve next.

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  • Year 7 Singing Star!

    Published 28/04/25

    We are delighted to share the recent success of Year 7 student Emily, who has a passion for the performing arts! 

    Emily has loved dancing, acting, and singing since she was little. She started her dance training at the age of four, beginning with ballet, modern dance, and musical theatre. It wasn’t long before she realised her love for acting and singing, and she embraced every opportunity to nurture these skills.

    Supported by local Performing Arts college, Art1, and Theatre College Top Hat over the years, Emily's talent has flourished in musical theatre, drama, singing and dance. Most recently, she passed her LAMDA - Acting exam with distinction (in December 2024) and ABRSM Grade 2 Singing exam (in March 2025); she also participated at Milton Keynes Festival of the Arts in February 2025, where she received 2nd place at Solo Drama.

    In the coming months, Emily will continue to showcase her ever-growing talent. First up, in May at the Northampton Festival of the Performing Arts performing a solo drama, prepared reading and memorised prose. Taking the next level of her LAMDA - Acting exam in June. As well as taking the stage by storm at the Top Hat Theatre School year end show - 'There is no place like home' at Royal and Derngate Theatre.

    We wish Emily every success in her upcoming events and exams, we've no doubt you will continue to excel and look forward to hearing how you get on!

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  • Year 7 making waves in West End

    Published 19/03/25

    Our very own Year 7 student, Yvie, is making waves in the world of theatre.

    Yvie’s love for performing began at the young age of 3 when she started training in dance and musical theatre at Top Hat Theatre School, where she still hones her skills today. At just 7 years old, she made her musical theatre debut as ‘Ivonka’ in Once the Musical at Milton Keynes Theatre—a remarkable achievement for such a young performer!

    Her talent was soon recognised once again when she successfully auditioned for the role of Alice in the West End’s Matilda the Musical. She joined the cast in January 2024 and took to the stage for her first performance in March 2024. Her incredible performances led to her being offered a second contract to continue in the role from October 2024.

    However, Yvie’s journey didn’t stop there! On 6th March, she received the thrilling news that she had successfully auditioned for a lead role in another major musical. She performed her final show in Matilda on 9th March, marking the end of one chapter and the beginning of an exciting new one.

    Now, Yvie is set to take on the role of Jane Banks in the upcoming UK & Ireland tour of Mary Poppins! She begins rehearsals on 24th March, where she will train for six weeks before embarking on a tour, bringing this iconic character to life for audiences across the country.

    We are incredibly proud of Yvie’s achievements and can’t wait to see her continue to shine on stage. Congratulations, Yvie. We are so proud!

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  • Year 8 - Shines in Oliver!

    Published 06/12/24

    Our Year 8 student, Daniel, has always had a passion for drama, which first blossomed during his primary school years. His enthusiasm grew after participating in The Tempest, where he took on the role of Ariel, inspired by Silhouette Youth Theatre’s collaboration with his school.

    Motivated by this experience, Daniel began attending Silhouette’s sessions on Saturdays. It wasn’t long before his talent shone through, leading to him being actively involved in performances.

    In July 2023, Daniel achieved a significant milestone when he was cast as Oliver in Silhouette's Youth Theatre production of Oliver! Over the past few months, the cast has worked tirelessly to perfect the show, culminating in an incredible four performances over two days last weekend. Daniel embraced the iconic role, making it truly his own.

    Beyond Silhouette, Daniel is also an active member of our drama and musical theatre community here at Caroline Chisholm School, where he continues to develop his skills. With Elf just two weeks away, he’s excited to take the stage once again, and we can't wait to see him perform!

    Well done Daniel!

     

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  • Year 8 performs 'Hamilton' with Stagecoach Northampton

    Published 27/11/24

    Our Year 8 student, Ana, joined Stagecoach Northampton at just six years old and since then, she has grown into a dedicated and versatile performer. Over the years, she has embraced every opportunity that came her way, participating in weekly classes and holiday camps to shining on stage in theatres across England.

    Ana's passion for the stage has always been evident. Her natural talent and dedication has captivated teachers, coaches, troops and audiences alike. She has taken on challenging and iconic roles, such as Rizzo in Grease and Rusty in Footloose, showcasing her versatility and range. Her journey has taken her to the prestigious Shaftesbury Theatre in London, where she was a background dancer for the dazzling production of "Wicked." More recently, she delighted audiences with her portrayal of the endearing Grandma in "Wednesday Family."

    Her latest achievement was performing with the Stagecoach Northampton troupe in Hamilton at His Majesty’s Theatre in London. What an incredible achievement and we can’t wait to see what’s next for this talented young performer!

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  • Year 10 starring in brand new 'Wicked' film

    Published 20/11/24

    We are incredibly proud to share that our Year 10 student, Elijah Beckford, appears in the new Wicked film! This is an extraordinary achievement for such a bright and talented young individual, and we couldn’t be more excited for him. 

    With plenty of opportunities ahead, we know Elijah’s future is full of promise. Huge congratulations to him on this incredible accomplishment!

    Elijah plays one of the Munchkins, so if you're heading to the cinema, keep your eyes on the lookout for him!

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  • Two Year 13 Students Bring Home Bronze with England U19s

    Published 07/11/24

    Two of our Year 13 students, Cayde Keates and Kieran Carstens, are making waves in the national volleyball scene and beyond. Cayde and Kieran were selected for the England U19 Men’s squad to participate in the prestigious NEVZA Championships, held from October 24-28 in the Faroe Islands. The annual tournament, organised by the North European Volleyball Zonal Association, featured teams from Sweden, Norway, Iceland, Denmark, and the Faroe Islands. After intense competition, the England U19 team clinched the bronze medal—a historic win, marking England’s first U19 men’s medal in the NEVZA Championships in nearly 20 years.

    Cayde and Kieran’s hard work, skill, and determination have clearly paid off, with both young athletes solidifying their roles as key players for England’s U19 team. Their success adds to their already impressive volleyball careers, and this achievement highlights their bright futures within the sport.

    Both athletes are dedicated players and are both part of the Volleyball England Talent Pathway, as well as playing in the Men’s National Volleyball League for Northampton VC and Newcastle Staffs VC respectively. They both also play in the Volleyball England 2024/25 Super Series Grand Prix for the Newcastle Staffs U18 Mens team.

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  • Northampton 3-mile Marathon

    Published 25/09/24

    Our Year 7 student, Rose T competed in the Northampton 3-mile marathon on Sunday and was the first female to cross the finish line.

    This is an incredible achievement, and we are immensely proud of her hard work and dedication! Rose shared, "I like running because it takes my mind off things, and I can relax. As a member of Northampton Athletics Club, I spend my weekends driving around England to compete, so it was nice to have a local running event. I found the atmosphere really exciting and fun. It was a surprise to hear my name on the loudspeakers as I crossed the finish line as first female back for the 3-mile Marathon." 


    Well done Rose!

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