New School Captain 2026 27
Congratulations to year 12 pupil Will for being chosen as the School Captain at The Manchester Grammar School for the 2026-27 academic year.
Will reflected on his journey thus far, saying: “Since joining The Manchester Grammar School, I have enjoyed every moment! Even though my time at MGS began in the unusual circumstances of Covid‑19, I was immediately inspired by the scale, ambition and history of the school. What stood out even more was the shared sense of purpose that runs through the entire community. MGS has a culture that encourages curiosity, celebrates individuality and pushes each of us to discover what we are capable of. From the very beginning, MGS has been a place where I have felt both challenged and supported, and it is this environment that has shaped who I am today.
“I am someone who has always tried to embrace the full breadth of what MGS offers. Whether in the classroom, on the sports field, on Trek, or in music rehearsals, the opportunities here have allowed me to grow in ways I never expected. Academically, I have learned the value of discipline and intellectual ambition, balancing rigorous study with a wide range of commitments. My love of languages has been nurtured through inspiring teaching, Debating competitions, trips abroad and the chance to contribute to societies such as SlangSoc.
“Beyond the classroom, one of the defining experiences of my time at MGS has been taking part in annual Treks to Llyn Peninsula, Ayrshire, Tenerife, Norway and Sweden. I often think back to the drenched 12‑year‑old version of myself trudging through Wales and wonder what he would make of the young man preparing to travel to Iceland this summer, ready to take on navigation and group leadership. I think he would be astonished by the confidence, resilience and sense of responsibility that have grown since those rain‑soaked miles.
“What ties all these experiences together is the ethos of MGS: the belief that education extends far beyond the classroom, and that character is built through challenge, service and participation. Everything I have done here has helped me understand what it means to be part of a community that values integrity, kindness and ambition. If I could give one piece of advice to any current or future MGS boy, it would be to embrace every opportunity the school offers. Throughout my time at MGS I have enjoyed acting as an ambassador for the school and these experiences have shown me how important it will be for me as School Captain to embody the values of the institution, to be someone others can rely on, and to help foster the sense of unity that makes MGS so special”.
He concluded by saying: “I am incredibly proud to have been chosen as the School Captain going into my final year at MGS. It represents the trust of a community that has shaped me, supported me and inspired me. I am very much looking forward to representing the school as Captain at events, both internal and external, in the coming year. As School Captain, my aim is to serve the school community with integrity, enthusiasm and humility. I want to be a visible and approachable figure for pupils across all year groups, someone who listens, supports and helps strengthen the bonds that make MGS such a vibrant place to learn. I know this will only be possible with the support of my excellent officer team, each of whom I am looking forward to working alongside over the next year. Above all, I want to give back to the school that has given me so much. MGS has shaped my character, broadened my horizons and instilled in me a deep appreciation for learning and service. To conclude my time here by serving as School Captain will be the greatest privilege, and I am committed to fulfilling the role with dedication and pride”.