Student Senate
Our Sixth Form Leader profiles can be viewed below to find out more about our students' experiences at the Academy.
Student Senate 2024-2025
| Harry Head Student - Year 12 |
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Studying: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy at Sixth Form for the balance between support and independence with all my subjects. Teachers are passionate about their subjects and provide enough support to push you in the right direction whilst giving you enough independence to develop your knowledge of your subjects yourself. “After Sixth Form I want to go to university and study Law or International Relations." |
| Oliwia Head Student - Year 12 |
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Studying: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because it exposes me to a nurturing, organised and inclusive environment as well as being a part of a tight-knit community, which has encouraged and supported me throughout my time at CBA. "After Sixth Form I aspire to go to University and pursue my education in maths with an accountancy degree." |
| Shea Deputy Head Student for Sport and Enrichment - Year 12 |
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Studying: I chose to stay at CBA due to the strong sense of community, familiar faces, and the supportive staff. The transition from Year 11 to Year 12 was easier than it was made out to be, and I believe it was due to the teachers being able to ease the students into a higher effort environment. “I aspire to get to University to continue studying Maths and Computer Science.” |
| Jakub Deputy Head Student for Sport and Enrichment - Year 12 |
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Studying: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because it provides me with an opportunity to work independently on myself and all my subjects, while also getting support from passionate teachers. It also offers a friendly and study-driven environment to develop me as a student, and as an overall person, in the best ways possible. “After Sixth Form I wish to go to University and study Civil Engineering.” |
| Leola Deputy Head Student for Wellbeing and Student Voice - Year 12 |
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Studying: I decided to do my A-levels at Corby Business Academy because of the amazing staff and the options available to me here. I applied to be a Deputy because of my ambition to help improve relationships between students and interconnect year groups- I believe that we are all working towards the same goal and should help each other get there. “I hope to go on to study Social work at University.” |
| Diana Deputy Head Student for Culture and Diversity - Year 12 |
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Studying: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because remaining at the same school for Sixth Form allows me to continue in a familiar environment. I already know the teachers, routines, and facilities, therefore making it comforting to stay where I have already built relationships and feel comfortable, as well as the transition much smoother. Furthermore, the built-in student's support system available to all students makes learning and studying here less stressful and very enjoyable. The opportunities available are endless and there is always a helping hand waiting to be of use. “In the future I want to study International Business and Management at University.” |
| Thomas Deputy Head Student for Culture and Diversity - Year 12 |
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Studying: I chose Corby Business Academy for its accepting environment and supportive teachers. The welcoming atmosphere ensures I thrive academically and socially. The dedicated faculty's approachable nature and commitment to student success makes learning an enriching experience. Their guidance fosters a supportive environment where I can grow both personally and academically. "After Sixth Form, my ambition is to pursue a degree in Computer Science at University. I'm deeply passionate about exploring the frontiers of technology and am eager to immerse myself in the subject to contribute meaningfully to this rapidly evolving field. Alan Turing's quote, 'Sometimes it is the people no one can imagine anything of who do the things no one can imagine,' inspires me to push boundaries and make a lasting impact through innovation.” |
Student Senate 2023-2024
| Evie Head Student - Year 13 |
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Studying: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy’s Sixth Form provision because it has a familiar environment and dedicated staff to make the transition much smoother. The school system works well and it is very adapted to suit different ways to study and learn. I found the staff very helpful when choosing my A-levels. “Specifically, I chose Sixth Form as a way to develop my independence and grow as a person. I want to be a psychologist in the future.” |
| Sam Head Student - Year 13 |
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Studying: Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because I was familiar with the facilities and knew how good the school was for the courses I wanted to take. I chose to come to Sixth Form because it is an important step in my journey to university and it is a great opportunity to learn independence and explore what I am most passionate about. “After Sixth Form I want to go to university to study Computer Science.” |
| Lucy Head Student - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Maths A-Level Chemistry A-Level Biology Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: Corby Business Academy has a large support system available to all students which makes learning and studying here less stressful and very enjoyable. This made my choice to stay here for my studies a no-brainer. The opportunities available for me are endless and there is always a helping hand. “I aspire to study Medicine at university and learn how to provide support to a large variety of people.” |
| Leon Deputy Head Student - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Psychology A-Level Chemistry BTEC Business Studies Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: Corby Business Academy offers a perfect balance of support and independence for Sixth Form students to foster academic growth. It provides this experience by providing high quality resources and facilities along with empowering their student body with excellent support from teachers to allow growth in any academic field envisioned. “After Sixth Form I am hoping to do a degree apprenticeship in Chemistry to broaden my knowledge of chemistry and its use in industry and in a lab setting.” |
| Lewis Deputy Head Student - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Maths A-Level Further Maths A-Level Computer Science Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy as the teachers here are all incredibly passionate about their subjects and that helps inspire students to try harder and keep lessons engaging. “In the future I want to study Computer Science to become proficient in creating artificial intelligence.” |
| Kiera Ambassador for Student Voice - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Maths A-Level Biology A-Level Chemistry Reason to study Corby Business Academy: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because of the amazing support system from the teachers and the opportunities the school offers to support you in your future choices whether you are applying for university or an apprenticeship. “After Sixth Form I want to go to university to study Biochemistry.” |
| Hannah Ambassador for Community - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Drama BTEC Sport BTEC Health and Social Care Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: Corby Business Academy is an environment I feel comfortable in. I’ve been attending this school since Year 7 so I feel very settled and familiar with all the aspects of the school. I like the business wear dress code as it is preparing us for future scenarios. This has given me the chance to have more responsibility and independence. |
| Bethany Ambassador for Sports - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Chemistry A-Level Maths A-Level Biology Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because the teachers provide a lot of support, which I appreciated from Year 11. I was also very familiar with the environment so I felt comfortable which made the transition into Year 12 much easier. There was also a range of subjects to pick from and plenty of different opportunities. “I would like to go to university to do a degree combining my favourite 2 subjects; Chemistry and Maths.” |
| Ellie-Sky Ambassador for Mental Health and Wellbeing - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Chemistry A-Level Biology A-Level Maths Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I chose to study at Corby Business Academy because I knew it is a place with high-quality teaching which would help me to thrive within my studies and help me to get to where I want in the future. I also knew that from my previous five years here I would be very comfortable and I would be supported by all staff. “I aspire to use my love of science to help the environment and people in the future. I hope to study Biochemistry at university which will lead me to creating new medication for the public.” |
| Lucy Ambassador for Events and Enrichment - Year 13 |
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Studying: A-Level Maths A-Level Psychology A-Level Business Studies Reason to study at Corby Business Academy: I already know the school policies from being here in the younger years. I felt most comfortable with the familiar environment and teachers. They offer great support in helping me decide what I wanted to do for the future and reassured me that it didn’t have to be university and there were other opportunities. “I want to study Psychology at university and help people understand why their body reacts to different situations.” |
| Iman Ambassador for Inclusivity - Year 13 |
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Studying: I chose to stay at Corby Business Academy for Sixth Form as I always felt my year group had a collective community which is really helpful within a Sixth Form. “I aspire to gain a joint degree in History and Politics when I leave Sixth Form. I hope to pursue a career in family law later on.” |
