Chronicle April 2016

7 ST EDWARD’S CHRONICLE

Carolina Rimoldi Where were you beforeTeddies? I was studying languages at a day school in Milan, Italy. What attracted you to St Edward’s?

Firstly, the music. Music isn’t considered an academic subject in Italy, but I really wanted to study it and I was looking for a place with a strong musical profile. Then, when I came to the open day, I knew I wanted to come here, I just really liked the feel of the place. I think I made the right decision! What House are you in and what are you studying? I’m in Mac’s and I’m doing the IB, so I take Music, Philosophy, French and English higher, and Maths and Chemistry standard. What do you like about the IB? I love the fact that we cover a broader range of subjects in depth. I don’t think I would have been able to only choose three… plus, I love the fact that there are so many international students doing IB, I think it makes lessons much more interesting! FavouriteTeddies moment so far? It would have to be the Auschwitz trip (see page 8). Probably ‘favourite’ isn’t the word that best describes my time there, but it will definitely stick with me for the rest of my life. I can’t think of one favourite moment at School, but I really like spending time with my friends because, even though I’ve only been here a couple of months, they really make me feel at home and welcome. What extra-curricular activities do you enjoy? I probably spend more time than I would like to admit sitting in a practice room in the music block. I love the music here and everything that goes I would say my tutor, Mrs Hunter. Right from the start she did her best to make me feel at home here and I know I can tell her everything, because she’ll help me with any problem I may have. What do you enjoy about being at School in Oxford? It’s such a vibrant city with a really stimulating atmosphere, so it’s good to be close to it. Also, it’s important to get away from the ‘Teddies bubble’ occasionally, so what better than a shopping trip to Oxford? Best piece of work you’ve completed so far? At the moment I’m very happy with what I’ve been doing with my Extended Essay. It involves a lot of musical analysis, but I’m trying hard! I think the best piece of work, though, would have to be the arrangement for a song that my friends and I wrote. Favourite place to eat in Summertown? Cibo! Italian is always best, although I’m really looking forward to Itsu coming to Summertown next year… What do you want to do after School? I’m going to apply either for French or Music at Oxbridge and take it from there. I might even take a gap year: I would love to go to Africa and do some volunteering. In short, I don’t really know, but I’ll work it out when I get there! Favourite book? Lolita , by Nabokov. I love how it’s written. with it – so choir, music lessons and concerts. Who is your favourite teacher - and why?