At St Edmund’s, creativity isn’t just encouraged—it’s celebrated. This year, two of our incredible students have showcased just how powerful talent, hard work, and opportunity can be when they come together.

In Year 8, Amelia Clarke has stunned us all by achieving a LAMDA Grade 7 (Silver) Exam This Level 3 award, equivalent to an A-Level, has earned Amelia an extraordinary number of UCAS points, making her one of the youngest at St Edmund’s to reach this level.

“Drama has helped me find my voice,” Amelia reflects. “LAMDA pushed me to dig deeper into how I act and express emotions—it’s been an incredible challenge and so rewarding.”

Meanwhile Panashe Shoniwa, a talented and driven Year 13 student, is preparing to take the next big step in her creative journey. This year, Panashe secured a prestigious BBC apprenticeship, launching her straight into one of the UK’s leading media organisations.

“This is just the beginning,” says Panashe. “St Edmund’s gave me the confidence to aim high and the support to get there.”

Together, Amelia and Panashe embody the creative spirit that runs through St Edmund’s—where the arts are not just extracurricular, but essential. Whether it’s standing under the stage lights or working behind the camera, our students are proving that creative industries are full of possibility, purpose, and power.

Congratulations to Amelia and Panashe! Your stories inspire us all and remind us what’s possible when talent meets opportunity.