Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form Alumni Stories | Meet Chinonso

We are so proud to share the second in a series of seven inspiring alumni videos from Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form.

Chinonso completed the full 7 years at Woolwich Poly before leaving in 2017. He looks back fondly on the amazing teachers, staff, and classmates who went the extra mile and made his journey unforgettable.

Today, he’s thriving as a rail engineer while also building his own gaming agency in his spare time.

Watch his story and see how the Poly spirit continues to inspire!

As part of their final session on the Career Ready mentoring programme, Year 13 students at Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form had the chance to step into the corporate world.

The cohort visited the City of London offices of SMBC Bank, where they took part in a growth mindset workshop and enjoyed a guided workplace tour. Students explored the different departments within the bank and learnt about the wide range of careers and career paths available.

During the workshop, they reflected on how to develop a growth mindset and considered the limiting factors of a fixed mindset. The tour gave them a first-hand look at how professionals work together in a corporate setting, helping them connect their learning to real-world opportunities.

It was an inspiring and memorable experience for the students – one they will not soon forget.

Woolwich Polytechnic School is delighted to celebrate the outstanding success of former student Kaycee Mbette, who has earned a full football scholarship to Bradfield College, one of the UK’s premier sporting institutions.

Kaycee exemplifies the values of a true Poly Boy - humour, compassion, kindness, and resilience. His exceptional football talent, combined with determination and a positive attitude, has opened doors to opportunities that will last a lifetime.

Reflecting on his journey, Kaycee shared:
"I started Year 11 without a clear idea of what my next step after GCSEs would be. Many said it was too late for a football career, but I stayed strong and kept working hard. When Mr Walsh selected me for a trial at Bradfield College, I was shocked by the facilities and the chance to make it there. A week before my first GCSE exam, I got the call saying a space had opened for a scholarship - I was over the moon! I focused on my exams, worked hard, and shortly after, I was offered a full scholarship."

Kaycee now trains four times a week while studying for his A Levels and has already competed against prestigious colleges such as Eton. He expressed heartfelt gratitude to Woolwich Poly staff, especially Mr Walsh, for their unwavering support:
"I will never forget what they have done for me - I couldn’t have done it without them. My message to younger students is simple: never give up and take every opportunity given to you!"

Miss R James, Head of Year: 
"Kaycee has always been the epitome of a Poly Boy. His humour, compassion, kindness, and resilience have shone through in everything he does. His exceptional talent and determination have led him to an incredible scholarship at Bradfield College. We could not be happier for him."

This achievement highlights Woolwich Polytechnic School’s commitment to nurturing talent and supporting students to reach their full potential - both academically and beyond.

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys is proud to support Movember!

Movember is a cause close to our hearts, addressing critical men’s health issues such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, mental health challenges, and suicide prevention. Sadly, some members of our wider school community have been directly affected by these issues, making this initiative even more meaningful.

As an all-boys school, we believe it’s vital to raise awareness and encourage open conversations about health and wellbeing. Young men often face unique challenges when it comes to speaking openly about their emotions and health. Through Movember, we aim to foster a culture of openness, understanding, and early intervention - empowering our students to look after themselves and each other. With over 1,500 male students and staff at the Poly, spreading this message is essential.

How we are getting involved:
Moustache Challenge: Staff and Sixth Form students will grow their mo’s throughout November to spark conversations.
Chess Tournament: A two-day lunchtime event hosted by Mr Skeels to bring minds together.
Push-Up Challenge: In memory of those who’ve taken their own lives.
Ribbons & Badges: Available from 10th November in the Library - 100% of proceeds go to Movember.

Join us in backing this meaningful cause and helping to make a difference. Together, we can change the face of men’s health.

COLLECTION OF SUMMMER 2025 EXAM CERTIFICATES

Students can collect their exam certificates on Thursday 4th December from 9am – 5pm

Please collect from Room 3, if you are no longer at Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys, please report to Reception.

All certificates, GCSE, GCE BTEC and Vocational certificates are available.

Please remember to bring valid ID with you, if you are unable to collect in person you can authorise a nominated person to collect on your behalf, but we require your written permission.

If you are a former student from 2016 – 2024 we have many certificates available for collection. Please email: exams@woolwichpoly.co.uk

Sixth Form Open Evening - A Huge Success!

Last night, we proudly hosted our Sixth Form Open Evening and what an incredible turnout! With over 600 attendees, the evening was buzzing with energy, curiosity, and excitement for the future.

It was wonderful to meet so many prospective students and families. Every subject was on showcase, and the atmosphere was truly inspiring.

A massive thank you to our amazing Sixth Form team, our current students, and all the staff involved in delivering such a large-scale and impactful event. We appreciate you and everything you do to make these events so special.

Missed the event or didn’t get to explore every subject?

You can view and download our full Sixth Form subject offer for 2026–2027 on our website here