Ezekiel embraced a strong sense of community – creating lasting memories through experiences like the Kosi to Coast expedition and Showcase Concert. The IB Diploma Programme, especially Chemistry and Mathematics, honed his critical thinking and curiosity. Balancing academics and co-curriculars, Ezekiel grew in confidence and capability, preparing to pursue Medicine or Actuarial Studies at university.
What have you most enjoyed about going to St Andrew’s Cathedral School?
I have enjoyed coming into a school which fosters a strong sense of community, allowing me to connect with both peers and teachers. St Andrew’s Cathedral School has enabled me to form priceless memories: from the exhausting, yet exhilarating days of travelling on our Kosi to Coast expedition, to friendly matches of basketball with friends, and the long nights of musical excellence at the Showcase Concert.
How did going to St Andrew’s influence you as a person?
St Andrew’s Cathedral School has allowed me to explore all of my interests – passions I was already aware of, and those that I discovered through the School. Moreover, inspiring experiences and speeches from peers and teachers alike helped me to develop growth in faith, curiosity and a better understanding of the world around me.
How did undertaking the IB Diploma teach you to think and learn? Was there a particular subject you most enjoyed?
The IB Diploma Programme has taught me to think critically and evaluate information – a skill which, without a doubt will help me make better, informed decisions in the future. Subjects such as Chemistry and Mathematics were most enjoyable, as both the learning environment and nature of the subject helped me to utilise critical thinking skills.
You were involved in quite a few co-curriculars at School. How did you find balance and what do you think was the key to your academic success?
I always tried to find opportunities in my day-to-day life, no matter how small, to learn something new or consolidate my knowledge.
These small acts eventually compounded over time, leaving me with a strong sense of confidence when it came to exams. Additionally, the more I studied, I was able to identify what was beneficial for my learning and what wasn’t. I used feedback from teachers, exams, peers and my own experience to develop skills and methods to bolster my knowledge.
What are your plans for the future?
In the future I plan to study Medicine or Actuary at university.
