Donté reflected on his journey at the school thus far, saying: “The six years I have spent at MGS so far have been nothing short of enjoyable and fulfilling. Starting in Year 7, I was the only boy from my primary school to attend. 

The grandeur and highly academic atmosphere of the school grounds were unlike anything I had ever encountered. Yet, despite my initial nerves, I felt an overwhelming sense of belonging. I threw myself wholeheartedly into the vast array of opportunities on offer, finding in MGS what I had not experienced before—a place that truly allowed me to nurture my ambition. It was at this moment that I transitioned from a bright young boy into a genuine scholar at heart.

Donté offers the following advice to anyone considering applying to the school: “If you’re a pupil or a parent wondering whether MGS is the right place for you, my advice is simple: visit. Come and see it for yourself. I know how easy it is to fall into the trap of thinking that “a school like this isn’t for people like me”. The truth is, it absolutely is. 

MGS is a place for the curious, the ambitious, the passionate – for anyone with a spark who wants to see how far it can take them. The range of extracurricular activities and societies is vast, more akin to a university than a secondary school. Whatever your interests, whether Science, Languages, Sport or Music, there’s a place for you here. More than anything, MGS is a nurturing, inclusive environment where talent is recognised and potential is grown. If you have the drive, MGS will meet you with opportunity.

“Having previously served as President of the school’s African and Caribbean Society, I am now thrilled to take my leadership skills to the next level as School Captain. I could not be more excited to collaborate with this year’s School Officer team—a group of exceptional people capable of achieving incredible things. My hope is that, together, we can serve our community with kindness above all else.”