Sue Thexton
Q. Your name?
Sue Thexton
Q. Your school?
Newcastle upon Tyne Church High School
Q. Your current occupation?
Managing Director
Q. Your favourite subject at school?
Art
Q. Your best and worst memory of your school days?
The worst was the seemingly relentless nature of the study required during the run up to the “O“levels.
My best memories are of the amazing combination of encouragement and discipline that kept me on my toes.
Q. What or who inspired you to follow your career?
Serendipity and a great mentor.
Q. If you could turn back the clock would you do anything differently?
Work harder at “A” level – I’d just discovered boys!!
Q. Any advice for parents choosing a school for their daughter?
Make sure that they take a truly holistic view of the child’s education. Academic achievement is only part of creating a successful adult – happiness and a well-rounded approach to life is even more important.
Q. Any advice for girls planning their university and/or career choices?
Choose where and what subject you’re genuinely interested in. You don’t need to feel that the subject choice will determine what you eventually end up doing. It’s OK to not really know what you want to do afterwards, but make sure you
enjoy it.
Q. Any other comments you would like to make?
I was lucky to go to the school I went to because it really prepared me well for life and encouraged me to aim high. If you’re trying to find a school for your child, then try not to make it an academic hothouse but one that makes your child happy and successful in a variety of ways.
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