Seniors meet Dr Melanie Tan

Posted: 3rd December 2020

Careers Talk.

Mr Ferguson, History Department, has organised a great series of Careers Talks this term.  He reports on last Friday’s event:

‘Friday 27th November, saw Dr Melanie Tan, a doctor and consultant with the University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, graciously make time in her busy schedule to offer a virtual talk to our upper Senior pupils. Dr Tan has been a great friend to the St Augustine’s Priory community, having spoken to our pupils in the past and has been instrumental in securing valuable work experience in hospitals, in particular to our recent leavers who went onto study medicine.

Even during lockdown, the talk was a massive success. Dr Tan spoke via Zoom and our Priory 6 pupils, who were self-isolating at home, were able to call in and hear her fascinating talk. Whilst here at St Augustine’s, our Lower and Upper Vs gathered (socially distanced, of course) in our Woodlands suite to take in the talk via the Zoom feed from UCL.

Dr Tan also offered a little extra time for a Q&A session that always proves edifying and useful for our aspiring doctors and medical professionals of the future.

Sheyda Ghorat, an Upper V pupil currently considering her future in STEM, commented: “The recent careers talk really helped me to solidify my decision to pursue a job in science and the healthcare sector. I learned about what qualities are needed to make a good doctor and the whole process that a medical student will make until they become a consultant. It was really helpful to hear from someone who has had many years of experience and someone who appreciates the importance and ethics behind medicine.”

Categories: Senior Sixth Form Whole School
Outstanding A Level Results 2025

We’re delighted to celebrate another outstanding year of A-level success at St Augustine’s Priory, with results surpassing last year’s. 38% of grades were A*, 63% at A*-A, and 88% at A*-B – a true testament to the hard work & dedication of our students and staff.

Excellent GCSE Results
“The teachers are amazing, and the support we get really pays off. I’m excited to stay on for my A Levels.”
– Yara, 7 Grade 9s & 2 Grade 8s
We’re also proudly celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results; 42% were Grade 9s 8 – 9 and 66% Grades 7 or above.

From September 2026, boys will join Reception, marking their return to our Prep & Pre-Prep. Families value our ethos, beautiful setting, and the opportunity for siblings to learn and grow together.

Open Days – book via the Admissions section of our website:

  • Senior (Y7+): Saurday, 23rd September, 10:00–12:00
  • Prep & Pre-Prep (Nursery–Y6): Tuesday, 23rd September, 10:00–12:00
  • Sixth Form Open Evening: Tuesday, 14th October