Recently, Dr Kieran Mullan, MP for Bexhill & Battle, visited St Richard’s Catholic College for a tour of the school and to take part in a Q&A session with the School Council. The visit provided an opportunity for him to learn more about the day-to-day life of the college and the values that shape its community.
Principal Mr Barber led the tour, guiding Kieran through a range of departments and learning spaces. Throughout the visit, he was able to see the school’s excellent facilities in action, meet members of staff, and speak with pupils about their experiences. The tour offered a clear insight into the strong sense of community, high expectations, and supportive atmosphere that underpin the culture at St Richard’s.
A highlight of the visit was a lively and engaging Q&A session with the School Council. The well-prepared students asked a wide range of thoughtful questions, touching on both national policy and issues affecting the local area. Their curiosity and confidence led to meaningful discussion on a range of subjects, including international relations, Digital ID, the economy, water companies, the NHS, prisons, the environment and social media. The session showcased the maturity and engagement of the students, as well as the school’s commitment to giving pupils a platform to express their views.
Speaking about the visit, Kieran said “It was a pleasure to visit St Richard’s and see first-hand the enthusiasm, ambition, and creativity of its students. Their dedication, along with the commitment of the staff, creates an inspiring learning environment where young people are supported to reach their full potential, demonstrated by their outstanding results, including being ranked 9th by The Times in their list of top state secondary schools. I was impressed by the questions put to me by the School Council and enjoyed my discussions with the group."
The visit demonstrated the importance of giving students the opportunity to engage with their MP and make their voices heard on the issues that matter most to them.
