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"I like Miss Fran. She is my teacher."

"I like swimming with Miss Aey."

"I like to play in the playground"

"I like to have a fun time. In this school, you can make creations that you have in your brain that you can take out and build. You can make a toy out of cardboard."

"I like to learn. I like coming to the library so I can read a lot of books."

"I like baking bread. We're actually making cookies."

"I like playing football with my friends. I like doing Lego. And I also like the farm."

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"I like to play with my friends. All of my friends are nice."

"I like learning English because I like writing a lot. We do a lot of writing in the class. I like math because I like numbers. My math teacher and my English teacher are very nice."

"I love the food at the school and my favorite food at the school is sushi. I also like the library. I like to read and the library has lots of books for me to read.

"The atmosphere is so chill. I like farm because I like to go feed the goats."

"I like science because when we were learning about rocks, we got to go searching for rocks in the school and we found many cool rocks."

"It's easy to make friends. The teachers are very nice and definitely definitely helpful"

"I like the play times. We have big play areas for big kids and small kids to play. I definitely love the school trips."

"I get to see my friends at school and it actually makes me really happy. And I just like the teaching here cuz every teacher is kind and everything. We get to do basically everything in the farm like um building stuff. We get to play in the mud. We get to feed the goats and catch fish."

"I like the facilities here like the football field and like the swimming pool. The teaching here is very good and it's very fun to learn like different subjects."

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"I enjoy meeting my friends, learning with my teachers, and playing football. I hang out with friends in year 8, year 6, and year 5. I enjoy playing with all of them because they have different personalities. When I play with the little kids, I feel like an older brother and like I just feel proud about that.

"I like coming to school every day because whenever I arrive at school, everyone I see, I always like to know their name and I can always say good morning or greet them. I talked to all the teachers and different students from all different years. I like the size of the school. I think it's a good size and if it was too big, I wouldn't know everyone around."

"I've been here for around 12 years...It makes me feel really safe and comfortable. My favorite event is sports day because we get to interact with the whole phase from year three to year nine. So it's from little kids and I think it's fun to compete with your friends."

"..in a small class you get to talk and interact with each person more because there's more time but less people. There's more time for each person. I think people who like smaller communities or want more interactions between teachers and students, this is really good because you have more interactions with teachers when they're teaching instead of them giving you the lecture and you have a really close-knit group of friends."

"I've been here for only 2 years. At this school, they care a lot more about students. They care about your mental health and they also help you with your grades a lot and your work."

"I've been in school for about 9 years. I would definitely miss the community a lot and specifically in terms of how close everyone is here. Since it is such a small community, everyone knows everyone. I would like to thank the school for preparing me so well for next year, especially to the teachers and everything they've taught me."

"The curriculum here is really good and it'll prepare me for my future school. My proudest moment in school was when I competed in swim meets and won lots of medals and prizes."

The Samakee Journey: From Classroom to the World Stage

Mind's story is a testament to the powerful foundation a Samakee education provides. A distinguished alumna of the London School of Economics (LSE) and a consultant at Bain & Company, Mind reflects on her journey, highlighting how Samakee's nurturing environment and boundless opportunities set her on a path to success from day one.

A Foundation for Lifelong Success

Mind's time at Samakee was about more than just academics; it was about building a strong foundation for both academic and social-emotional growth. While the school may seem small, the opportunities it offered were limitless. Mind's memories are a tapestry of unique experiences, from trekking in Nepal and sleeping on a boat to participating in reading fundraisers and dressing up for Book Week. These diverse activities helped shape her into a resilient, lifelong learner, ready to adapt to the complexities of the world.

Mind's journey with Samakee had a special twist. She joined in kindergarten, left for another school for a year, and then returned, remaining a cherished member of the Samakee family until she graduated in Year 9. Her return speaks volumes about the lasting impact of her early experiences here.

Friendships That Last a Lifetime

One of the most powerful takeaways from Mind's story is the enduring nature of the friendships she formed. She emphasises that the bonds created at Samakee are a lifelong safety net and a strong support system. Mind has maintained her close friendships from her Samakee childhood, even while building new ones at Harrow, where she earned an academic scholarship.

Her story is filled with examples of these connections: she recently went on two trips with friends she's known since they were four years old and even shared an apartment with a Samakee friend while studying in London. These relationships highlight the deep, lasting connections fostered within the Samakee community.

Beyond Academics: Nurturing 21st-Century Leaders

Mind's academic achievements—graduating from a top university and excelling at a prestigious global consulting firm—are remarkable. However, her success is defined by more than just her grades. She embodies the core Samakee and 21st-century characteristics that were nurtured from the moment she first stepped into the school. Her story shows that Samakee doesn't just prepare students for academic success; it cultivates the qualities needed to thrive as compassionate and capable global citizens.

Mind's journey from Samakee to LSE and beyond is an inspiring example of how a supportive community and diverse opportunities can shape not only a student's career but their entire life.