RAINFORD COLLEGETHE SIXTH FORM

50YEARS

CELEBRATINGACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

Dr Nigel Seddon MBE 1976-1978

After leaving Rainford with A-Levels in Physics, Mathematics and Chemistry, Nigel attended Reading University where he studied for a BSc in Physics, followed by a PhD in Laser Physics. For the past 28 years he has worked in research and development for BAE Systems and its sister companies. Most of his work has been on electromagnetics, for example high power lasers and radar, and he has been lucky to work with scientists from the USA, Europe and Russia. He was awarded the MBE in the 2008 New Years Honours list.

Andrew Bailey 1991-1993

After leaving Rainford with four A-Levels he studied Music & English Literature at Middlesex University and completed a Post Graduate Diploma in Broadcast Journalism at City University in London. Andrew, an award winning broadcaster and journaist is currently Head of News at national radio station Absolute Radio where he also presents bulletins on the Christian O’Connell Breakfast Show. Andrew met his future wife Lucy at Rainford High in 1987 when they were just 12 years old and they married in 2008. Their daughter Holly was born in 2010. He says of his time at Rainford Sixth Form...“We were treated like adults not children which made a real difference to my wider experience as a young adult”.

Stephen Webster 1977 to 1979

Stephen studied Mathematics, Further Mathematics and Physics A-levels, and went on to obtain a degree in Electronic Engineering at the University of Liverpool. He is now a Chartered Engineer employed by Chubb Systems. “After living away for many years, I moved back to Rainford in 1996 where I still live today. Both my children have attended Rainford High School, and I still help the school with the Duke of Edinburgh Award expeditions”.

Celebrating 50 Years of Achievement 1962 - 2012

Carly Ellis 2003-2005

After leaving the Sixth Form, Carly attended the University of Westminster, and gained a 1st class with honours for her Collection and Design Portfolio as part of her degree in Fashion Design. Her designs have appeared on the front page of the New York Times and she has received ‘rave’ reviews for her work. She has recently graduated from Parsons School For Design, New York with an MFA in Fashion Design after earning a full scholarship. Carly says...“I look upon my time as a Rainford Sixth Former as the best years of my life. I think of hanging out in the common room with my best friends, who are still my best friends now. I also remember all of the teachers that really made me want to learn, and made me want to be at school, I was excited to go to Sixth Form every single morning”.

Jonny Lomax 2007-2009 After juggling rugby with his academic studies, Jonny signed with Saints RLFC when he left Rainford. He says of his time in Sixth Form...“Rainford was really good to me in accommodating my extra rugby commitments. They remained flexible and understanding and provided me with extra help when it became harder to make all my classes due to rugby commitments. I think this was a big factor in helping me achieve the A-level grades I did. I have some great memories from Sixth Form, and made many friends that I am still in constant touch with”.

Ruth Watson (Sellars) 2001 to 2003

Upon leaving Rainford, Ruth attended the University of Salford, where she gained a degree in English and Journalism. She is now a copywriter in a branding and design agency in Manchester. Of her time in Rainford Sixth Form, Ruth says... “I look back on my time at Rainford Sixth Form with fond memories and remember all the life lessons that have helped me muddle through to where I’ve ended up today. I’m thankful to all of the teachers that helped me to grow and discover new ideas and ways of thinking. I don’t think I’ve changed too much in the ten years since I left the comfort of the common room, and it’s my love of English and creativity that’s stayed with me to help me build an interesting and creative career”.

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50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

50YEARS

CELEBRATING ACHIEVEMENT

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RAINFORD COLLEGETHE SIXTH FORM

50YEARS

CELEBRATINGACHIEVEMENT