About LAE

Teachers were keen and passionate regarding their subject and were a constant source of critical guidance which allowed for a faster development curve.

My time at LAE was awakening in the sense it helped me refine my vision and approach and provided me with direction. Teachers were keen and passionate regarding their subject and were a constant source of critical guidance which helped me to develop the skillset for detailed personal reflection.

Teachers were also involved in a pastoral capacity to communicate and support my wellbeing like discussing the irrational fears that arose out of exam anxiety

LAE offered me a new slate and that was an opportunity I truly appreciated, yet what truly shifted my mindset was one piece of sage wisdom, I was exposed to the question "wouldn't you rather it be your own friend getting the job position if you were to be rejected, rather than a stranger" and I think that question was pivotal to shaping my perception of competition.

When it comes to university, I had offers from LSE and UCL, but I decided against that route and I entered an apprenticeship program instead and I'm very fortunate to study for a law degree one day a week. I am employed as a corporate solicitor apprentice working in mergers and acquisitions for a top 10 global law firm.

My advice to students is that A levels are a mental game and half the battle is the confidence and mindset you adopt. If you can gamify mundane elements of the course, you'll find that revision is a lot less of a chore; allowing for more time to be dedicated. Your hours in school are a foundation but your hours at home and around the subject are what set you up for success.