At Parkhall Integrated College, we take great pride in the accomplishments of our Alumni. Whether they have excelled in various careers, pursued higher education at universities or further education colleges, or are currently employed, we believe that their success can serve as an inspiration for our current students. You can read about their experiences at Parkhall Integrated College and their journey since leaving school.
Occupation: Currently employed as an LSA at Parkhall Integrated College.
When did you attend Parkhall? 2018-2020.
What Class were you in? Who was your Form Tutor? 14A and Mr. O'Neill.
What are your fondest memories of your time in Parkhall? My fondest memory of Parkhall was the supportive teachers and the many opportunities afforded to me. In Health and Social Care, our class was able to visit Riverside school and observed the practices that supported pupils with special educational needs. We also were able to chat to speakers from many aspects of Health and Social Care and ask them questions about their jobs. In Travel and Tourism, we travelled to Belfast and went to the Christmas market. This was to focus on how Belfast attracts tourists to the city. These opportunities really helped to make learning fun and engaging. As a new pupil to the school, only starting in Sixth Form, I felt very welcomed. This was helpful as changing schools can be challenging. All the staff and pupils helped to make me like I was always part of the school.
Achievements from your time at Parkhall? I was awarded the British Enkalon Foundation Cup for Citizenship.
What did you do when you left Parkhall? I went to study at Liverpool John Moore’s University and completed a degree in Primary Education.
Where are you now? I am currently an LSA in Parkhall Integrated College.
What advice would you give to our Parkhall students? Enjoy your time at school. Try to manage the stresses and anxieties that come with school in a healthy way.
Occupation: Pharmacy Assistant.
When did you attend Parkhall? 2012-2019.
What Class were you in? Who was your Form Tutor? 14P and Mrs. Stubbs.
What are your fondest memories of your time in Parkhall? It makes me sound geeky, but the science classes. I always found them fun, and I loved the experiments that we carried out.
Were you a member of any Teams or Clubs? I was in the netball team, and I took part in the art club and I signed up to learn guitar in 3rd year.
Achievements from your time at Parkhall? I earned so many awards during my time, but I feel my best achievement was reaching my own goals and getting on the path I want to be on.
What did you do when you left Parkhall? I studied Neuroscience at UCLan in Preston, England, and I graduated with a 2:1.
Where are you now? I am working in a hospital pharmacy department as an assistant and I’m hoping to eventually to go on to do my masters.
What advice would you give to our Parkhall students? Your grades don’t define you – work hard but don’t work too hard and enjoy your time in school. You’ll miss it when you look back.
Occupation: Data and Artificial Intelligence Consultant.
When did you attend Parkhall? 2012 - 2019.
What Class were you in? Who was your Form Tutor? 14A Mr. O’Neill.
What are your fondest memories of your time in Parkhall? The support system from my teachers, I wouldn’t be where I am at the minute if it wasn’t for them pushing me to do better.
Were you a member of any Teams or Clubs? I was part of the school hockey team from 1st to 5th year which I really enjoyed.
Achievements from your time at Parkhall? Becoming an Anti-Bullying Ambassador and taking part in the video with Bars and Melody.
What did you do when you left Parkhall? I went to the University of Ulster to study Computer Science.
Where are you now? I am currently working for Deloitte one of the “big 4” firms. I work within Data and Artificial providing data analysis, creating, and enhancing software for our clients.
What advice would you give to our Parkhall students? Always believe in yourself and never be afraid to push yourself out of your comfort zone.
Occupation: Production Trainee.
When did you attend Parkhall? 2012 - 2019.
What Class were you in? Who was your Form Tutor? 14B, Mrs Cunningham.
What are your fondest memories of your time in Parkhall?
For me it would genuinely be my Travel and Tourism classes. A-Levels are a tough two years but Travel and Tourism was the class I most looked forward to. I will never forget the support and advice I received from Mrs Feeney and McKee during my time at Parkhall.
Were you a member of any Teams or Clubs? I was part of the netball team from year 8-10.
Achievements from your time at Parkhall? Becoming a prefect and being awarded the Travel and Tourism award.
What did you do when you left Parkhall? I studied Film and Television production at Edge Hill University in England and graduated with a 2.1.
Where are you now? I am currently working for BBC NI and work within both TV and Radio. During my time at BBC I have had the opportunity to work on projects such as The Children in Need Appeal.
What advice would you give to our Parkhall students? Getting a bad grade isn’t the end of the world and there are always doors of opportunity opening for you – you will get to where you want to be if you put in the work.
Occupation: Learning Support Assistant
When did you attend Parkhall? 2015 to 2022
What Class were you in? Who was your Form Tutor? 14A – Mr O’Neill
What are your fondest memories of your time in Parkhall? Probably going on the annual football trips to Italy and Spain
Achievements from your time at Parkhall? My biggest achievement was probably being appointed the Deputy Head Boy
What did you do when you left Parkhall? I went to work in Lidl but continued working in the Youth Club in which I gained further experience in youth work
Where are you now? Still living in Antrim and working in Parkhall in an LSA role
What advice would you give to our Parkhall students? At first it was a struggle but by putting your head down and focusing on your subjects it will pay off with good results
