Posted: 22 March, 2023

Student Leadership Announcement 2023-24

Achievements, In the Press, News, Senior School, Sixth Form

A big congratulations to this year’s new Student Leadership Team.

We are excited to announce the new team:

Amba Rastogi-Jones is our new Head Student (pictured in the middle) along with (from left to right):

Alice Mazon
Taiwo Kila
Emily Saunders
Daisy Hart

Our student leadership team are elected annually and serve from May to May. They play an essential role in the running of the school, acting as an important bridge between students and the teaching body and heading an impressive team of prefects.

Click on the bubbles to find out more.

Amba Rastogi-Jones

Head Student

I’m Amba and I am currently studying Maths, Economics, Psychology and an EPQ. I am truly honoured to have been chosen as Head Student and can’t wait to begin the new role. This school has given me so much over the years and I have loved getting involved in all sorts of activities outside of lessons, to help try and make the school fun and engaging for every student.

I’ve been at Putney since Reception and throughout my 13 years here, have seen how Putney genuinely empowers students to further their interests and development through every aspect of school life, both academically beyond the classroom, to the multitude of co-curricular activities on offer. I’ve loved participating in a number of musical ensembles playing double bass and bass guitar, singing in the choir and playing a leading role in some of the school and Sixth Form productions. I have also really enjoyed being Captain of my Lacrosse team which has taught me invaluable teamwork and collaboration skills.

In addition, I started the Multi-Faith Society this year to help all Putney students feel confident and included while celebrating the inclusive and diverse community that is at the core of our school’s culture.

I will work hard as Head Student and always endeavour to ensure that everything I do has the best interests of the pupils and the school at heart.

Daisy Hart

Student Leadership Team

Hi, I’m Daisy and I’m delighted to be part of this year’s Putney Student Leadership Team. I’m hugely grateful for the chance to be able to work more closely with the staff and students, spreading the Putney positivity and helping everyone explore the vast number of opportunities that the school has to offer.

I’m currently studying Biology, Chemistry, Geography and an EPQ. I’m hoping to apply for medicine at university as my interests lie in STEM subjects. I’ve written for the school STEM magazine and currently help run the STEM club for the younger years to engage and inspire them. Alongside my studies I’m part of the gymnastics squad, lacrosse, and netball teams. I really value the friendship and team spirit this has brought me, and I want to encourage everyone to find their team, whether that be in any area of music, drama, sport, or other pursuits.

Putney has given me confidence, pride, and enthusiasm. With the rest of the team, I will strive to share this with our school community. I’m so excited for what the year ahead holds and to be able to collaborate and hear all your ideas!

Taiwo Kila

Student Leadership Team

Hello, my name’s Taiwo (more popularly known as Tai.) I’m a new student at Putney this year and so far I’ve enjoyed every moment of it. I am absolutely thrilled to have been elected as one of the Head Students and can’t wait to accentuate the various talents already circulating Putney. I’m currently taking Maths, Business and Drama A level and I hope to study Finance and Accountancy at university.

Putney has been a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Each student and teacher has helped me to progress socially and academically, I can’t wait to give back what they have all given to me. So far, I have taken part in several of the performing arts events and shows, and have tried to help out in any area I can.

I can’t wait to see what the next year brings, to get to know more of my peers and fellow students, and to make Putney even better than it already is.

Alice Mazon

Student Leadership Team
Hi, I’m Alice and I’m so honoured to be a part of your Head Student Team. I’m in Stark (the best house) and am currently studying History, Politics, Economics and an EPQ at A-level. I am hoping to study Politics and Anthropology at uni.
Putney has given me the confidence and opportunities to be the person I am today and helped me make so many incredible memories along the way. I want to make sure that every student at this school gets to have the massively positive experience that I have had, so I am really excited to work with and get to know all of you better so that we can focus on improving, promoting and making the most out of all the best things about Putney.
Alongside being on the Head Student Team, I am involved in lots of extra-curriculars including academic, sporting and music. I also run the student magazine, A Study in Purple and Sociology Society (Tuesday lunch 1!).

Emily Saunders

Student Leadership Team

Hi, I’m Emily and I’m so excited to be a part of this year’s Head Student Team! I am currently studying Biology, Chemistry and Geography and an EPQ. In the future, I hope to read Biomedical Sciences at university.

I have been a student at Putney since Year 7 and over the years I have loved everything the school has to offer. Alongside my studies, I participate in many extra-curricular clubs and societies, both sporting and academic. For example, I am a member of the gymnastics squad and the first lacrosse team. I also attend Medical Society and I really enjoy leading STEM club for students in younger years. I love the way that Putney provides so many opportunities that have allowed me to discover my interests, develop many new skills and increase my confidence so tremendously. 

Putney has really shaped who I am today and I love every aspect of the school! I am so grateful to have such an amazing opportunity to work with staff and students to help ensure that everyone has a wonderful experience here. 

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