Haileybury

Mentoring

Mentoring at Haileybury offers a range of unique opportunities for pupils and alumni to connect and learn from one another as they progress through their education and careers.

“I feel I have met a person able to guide me through my goals and offer me a great perspective on my job.”
Mentee on the 2023 Haileybury Leaders programme

The goal of the programme is to ensure that pupils continue to feel supported even once they leave the School. The Haileybury community provides access to an incredible global network with skills and expertise across sectors and industries. Mentoring at Haileybury enables pupils and alumni to make the most of their network and continue to benefit from these connections throughout their lives.

The programme offers three levels of mentoring support for Haileyburians and they move from pupil to Old Haileyburian.

University Reps

University Reps are a unique source of support available to sixth form pupils as they begin to think about life beyond Haileybury. We have over 60 OH contacts across more than 30 UK and international universities who are available to answer questions and share their own experiences as pupils navigate their university applications and decisions. Pupils can contact their University Reps through a dedicated section on Haileybury Connect, in addition to opportunities to meet them during School events and university visits. Visit Haileybury Connect to see who your current University Reps are.

Flash Mentoring

Flash Mentoring is a unique online career support tool that enables OHs to find career support quickly and easily through the Haileybury Connect platform. Flash Mentoring makes both offering and asking for support simple and accessible to all. Recognising potential time constraints, the platform allows OHs to browse mentor profiles and find their own mentor to help them with a specific request. From CV review to work experience, access to an online support network ensures that everyone can get involved, contribute and benefit from mentoring. Visit Haileybury Connect to request or offer support.

Haileybury Leaders

Haileybury Leaders is a bespoke programme designed for OHs seeking a more personalised and longer-term level of career mentoring support. Successful applicants are paired with a parent or OH mentor whose experience closely aligns with their ambitions. Mentees work with their mentors over the course of the year and receive tailored support and resources throughout. All participants receive an information pack and invitations to special events as part of the programme. Find out more about previous participants’ experiences in the stories highlighted below.

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Mentoring at Haileybury relies on the ongoing participation and support of members of the Haileybury community. We are grateful to those who offer their time and expertise to help make the programme a success.

If you are a parent or an OH interested in volunteering as a mentor, please contact us at: development@haileybury.com

Learn more about mentoring on Haileybury Connect.

Guidance, Growth and Great Conversations: A Year in Mentoring

OH Wendy Wang (Colvin, 2023) credits her mentor, Vanessa Viney of Airbus with helping her build confidence, make industry connections and shape her future in STEM – showing the lasting impact of mentoring.

Budding Engineer Propelled by Aerospace Mentor

Mechanical Engineering pupil and Old Haileyburian, George Amos was looking to better understand his career trajectory. Matched with Airbus Defence and Space expert Dr. Markos Trichas, George soon gained helpful perspective and personal clarity.

Cross-sector match leads to career advancement

Keen to gain a clearer sense of direction in her career, OH and marketing professional Maria Vittoria Busani was paired with mentor Prabhakar Rajagopal, Haileybury parent and successful business leader with over 30 years of experience in the IT and Telecom industry.

Working together to pave the way to a Law career

While completing a doctorate at Cambridge University, OH Folakunmi Pinheiro looked to expand his experience and pave his way to a job at a corporate law firm in London. To guide his next steps, Fola was matched with lawyer and senior manager Kirsty Berryman to support him to achieve his goals.