Miriam Telfer

 

When did you attend EPCS?
1990 – 1997

What are you most proud of?
Taking risks and following my dreams.

What is your favourite memory from school?
Picking up my GCSE results.

Would you do anything differently if you had your time at school again?
Waste less time and work harder…and do Art GCSE​!

What is the most valuable thing you learned at school?
Commitment is always rewarded.

What did you do immediately after leaving school?
I went on holiday with my friends to celebrate finishing my exams and worked as a lifeguard.

Did you go to a college/university?
I attended the University of Birmingham:​ ​1997-2000 Sport, PE and Community Studies BA (hons) 2000- 2001 Physical Education P.G.C.E.

What is your current job?
I currently work as a company director for the two small education businesses I own. We employ 10 people.

What region do you currently live in?
I live in Birmingham, West Midlands

What one piece of advice would you give to our students?

When someone says you’re good at something, listen. Experience as many things as you can, and when you find what you love, do that.