Boys' Stories

Nurturing a passion

Moses had a passion for music from a young age. Living in the local area, Moses joined the Radley Chorister Programme at 9 years old, which allowed him to sing with the Radley Choir.

Watch Moses and Uzair discuss their experiences:

“The opportunity to attend Radley is something that I wouldn’t have believed possible for someone like me.”

It was at this moment that Moses became inspired to apply to Radley. He achieved a Music Exhibition which has fully funded his place at the school.

Moses is now in 6.1, and enjoys being a key part of the thriving musical life at Radley. He also enjoys sharing his talents with primary schools in the local area, as a way of giving back and inspiring others.

Gaining a second family

Born and raised in Sarajevo, Mustafa joined Radley in 2022 as a Sixth Form Scholar on a fully funded award. During his two years at Radley, Mustafa thrived, earning the position of Academic Prefect in his final year.

“I could talk about the academic and intellectual evolution that I’ve experienced during my two years at Radley, but I think the core thing that I’ve gained is the feeling of a second family, a second home; I’m going to hold that in myself for the rest of my life.”

He was a key member of the team that secured Radley’s first national debating title by winning the 2024 ESU Mace Debating Competition. Additionally, Mustafa was one of two Radleians awarded the Malcolm Robinson Memorial Fund Scholarship, enabling him to attend a three-week pre-college history course at the College of William & Mary in Williamsburg, USA.

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Embracing Life and Success at Radley

Rodion joined Radley in the Remove year, coming to the UK from Ukraine.

“Being a Radleian means a lot. It means having intellectual curiosity, valuing service, developing responsibility and being a respectful member of society.”

In just two years, he has not only excelled academically – achieving outstanding GCSE results – but has also embraced the broader life at Radley. From debating to drama and participating in CCF, Rodion has become a valued and active member of the Radley community.

A New Life and a New Perspective

Sepehr joined Radley as a Sixth Form Scholar. He was born and raised in Iran and he and his family moved to the UK in 2016 after his father became a political refugee.

“The most precious thing which came out of Radley was not my Second Prefect title or a bolstered CV, but a new life and a new perspective.”

Sepehr has had a profound impact on the College, winning a WSA European Young Innovators Award for developing a language app for refugees, serving as an ambassador for Radley’s partnership with Broadway Academy, and being appointed Second Prefect in his final year.

Kim joined Radley as a Shell in 2019 from Tsuen Wan, Hong Kong. Kim successfully gained a Greater China Scholarship which is a 100% means-tested award. Kim is an outstandingly talented musician.

“There are so many opportunities to seize at Radley. Starting to play the organ has changed the direction of my life.”

Kim started playing the organ at Radley, on the new instrument installed as part of the Chapel extension project. He was awarded Radley’s Bastyan Organ Scholarship in 2019. In his final year at Radley, Kim was awarded an Organ Scholarship to read Music at the University of Cambridge. He’s taking a gap year before beginning his degree and has a role at Portsmouth Cathedral and Grammar School as an Organ Scholar and Teaching Assistant.

Success On And Off The Pitch

Mosese joined Radley on a Sport Scholarship as a Shell in 2022.

“I’ve realised that I’m not supposed to stick to just one thing – if there are opportunities to try new things, you should take them.”

Mosese was part of the JC1 team who won the Continental Tyres U15 National Schools Cup, a first for Radley. As well as supporting his talent on the pitch, being at Radley has encouraged Mosese to reach his academic potential, and take part in a range of co-curricular activities.

Inspiring Others

When Radley visited Broadway Academy in Birmingham, Uzair felt Radley was but a far-off dream. However, when the chance was presented to him to apply for a Sixth Form Scholarship, Uzair seized the opportunity.

Watch Uzair and Moses discuss their experiences:

“Radley has impacted the way I look at life, the way I look at different cultures. it has opened me to other ideas, new friends, new beliefs.”

After one year at Radley, Uzair has experienced the sharing of cultures and the embracing of curiosity in learning. He wants to inspire others to apply to schools like Radley to fully reach their potential.

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