Reyanna L
Cansfield ‘07
Head of Sport, PE and Uniformed Protective Services
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Selecting your next pathway does not mean that you have to follow that same path for the rest of your life. Choose now what you think you will enjoy and succeed in. Enjoyment is the greatest factor when choosing your “for-now” path. If your enjoyment changes, so can your path.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Enjoy your time at school, get involved with extra-curricular activity, go on the trips, be friends with a diverse group of people… don’t be a follower and forge your own path. School can be the best time of your life, if you make the most of it.’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘From my own experience, yes!’
Chris D
Cansfield ‘12
Civil servant
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Keep your options open and don’t worry about finding the correct career as soon as you leave school. Give things a try and find out what you like and it will all work out in the end.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Enjoy the journey and get involved in as much as you can’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘Yes, amazing school, teachers and support. I wouldn’t recommend anywhere else.’
Jordan I
Cansfield ‘12
Credit Risk Analyst
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Find out what your passion is and follow it. Don’t be afraid to fail. Throw yourself into things.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Take up a sport or a fitness related hobby. Learn that hard work and discipline is rewarding.’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘I can’t comment since I left a while ago.’
Laura S
Cansfield ‘00
Diagnostic Radiographer
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘If you are not sure on a career, pick A levels etc in subjects you enjoy’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Make the most of every subject and engage with the teacher. You never know what will turn out to be your speciality, and the more you put in, the more you’ll get out of it’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘The school environment is lovely. The teachers strive to make a positive difference, and work really hard to get the best out of pupils’
Megan C
Cansfield ‘20
Student
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Year 11 can be challenging for anyone and it also brings with it, a lot of pressure. But, as someone who has walked in your footsteps and made it though, I want to emphasise just how important it is to make the most of the time you have left and even more importantly, remember to take care yourself. And, please don’t base your entire worth on the numbers. I let myself get so wrapped up in the grades that I lost sight of just allowing myself to be. Of course, they are important, but working hard doesn’t have to mean destroying yourself in the process. It sounds cliche, but all you can do is your best and it’s ok if you don’t know exactly what you want to do right now. There’s always time and whatever you decide on, trust that you will get there.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Be patient with yourself! The transition from primary to secondary school can be overwhelming and daunting at times. But, if you give yourself time, you will settle in and find your place, and your people. You won’t be alone in how you’re feeling and trust me when I say, you’re not expected to know everything straight away. You will be ok!’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
What sets Cansfield apart from other schools is how supportive and caring the staff and the learning environment are. If you’re struggling, they are always willing to take the time to listen and offer guidance. They also want to succeed and will support you every step of the way. I would definitely recommend Cansfield High School.
Amy H
Cansfield ‘06
Clothes Designer / Business Owner
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Your GCSEs don’t determine your whole career. You don’t have to know what you are going to do for the rest of your life. You don’t need to one thing, you can have many different jobs and be successful. It’s okay to change or pivot when a job or place is not serving you. I am 35 and pivoting my career to suit my family and lifestyle needs and for something more rewarding and challenging.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘When it comes to picking subjects, pick ones that you enjoy. If you enjoy them then you will likely do well in them.’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘Yes. I really enjoyed school. All of my teachers genuinely encouraged me to do well.’
Mia H
Cansfield ‘20
Junior Project Manager
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Don’t stress about not knowing what you want to do after school it will all work out. For example, I went two different colleges and ended up leaving when I got my apprenticeship’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Work hard but don’t get overwhelmed or discouraged because it will all work out’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘100% – I felt so supported and was taught so much (not just the syllabus)’
Megan K
Cansfield ‘14
Midwife
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Don’t put yourself under too much pressure but work hard for your goals’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Don’t try too hard to fit it, be true to yourself’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘Yes. I loved my time at high school’
Andy B
Cansfield ‘97
Infrastructure Engineer
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘What you think you won’t need, you will. If you don’t get to uni that’s ok, there’s always another way to achieve your dreams.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘You don’t know half as much as you think you do. You have 2 ears and 1 mouth, use them in that order.‘
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘I wouldn’t then, but I would now (daughter is current student).’
Anna D
Cansfield ‘85
Finance Officer
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Work hard as education is important. However, do not let your grades define you. Manners, politeness and being a nice person are also very important.’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Education is important. Work hard.’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘Yes good school with caring staff’
Kerry J
Cansfield ‘93
Business Administration
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Aim for University! It’s not just a degree, it can be one of life’s greatest experiences making amazing memories’
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘Aim to be the best you can. Make the most of your Cansfield journey…..it goes very quickly!’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘Both my children are currently at Cansfield and it’s been the best decision they made to attend this school. They are both doing very well and are led by great teaching staff.’
Matthew W
Cansfield ‘17
Primary Teaching
If you could provide a current Y11 student some advice, what would it be?
‘To never give up and treasure the time you have in school.
If you could provide a Y7 student some advice, what would it be?
‘To embrace every moment and take every opportunity you can’
Would you recommend Cansfield High School? Why?
‘Yes.’
