Sofiia
Sofiia Yarytska (S 23–25)
Sofiia achieved an outstanding score of 44 out of 45 in the IB Diploma this year, securing her place at Princeton University.
Originally from Western Ukraine, she joined Rugby School in 2023 and thoroughly enjoyed her two years here sharing, “Rugby was without doubt the most formative chapter of my life, shaping me both as a person and a student.”
Sofiia shared her reflections on the programme:
“The IB was everything I could have asked for and more – stimulating, demanding, and deeply rewarding. I loved the variety, the way different subjects seemed to speak to each other, and the constant intellectual spark.”
You can read more about Sofiia’s experiences at Rugby School here.
Benedict
Benedict Lenton (T 23–25)
Benedict joined Rugby School for the Sixth Form as a music scholar. During his time here, he performed both at School and on professional stages while completing the IB Diploma.
Reflecting on his experience, Benedict said:
“The IB programme at Rugby School has taught me far more than just the content of its diverse syllabus. Over the past two years, the commitment required by such a broad course has strengthened my ability to manage my time effectively.
Being pulled in so many directions, whether in Science or Humanities, has helped me appreciate that life itself can be viewed from multiple perspectives. The Extended Essay and Theory of Knowledge are prime examples of this, and I thoroughly enjoyed the freedom they gave me to be curious and explore ideas with nuance.”