Old Hallfieldian Profile – Karima Pathan

Like many Old Hallfieldians, Karima Pathan (2010-2018) is just down the road at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls. Karima got in touch to tell us about her charity work so we took the opportunity to find out what else she’s been up to since leaving Hallfield.

• When did you attend Hallfield?

I started at Hallfield aged two in 2010 and left at the end of Year 6 in 2018 to go on to secondary school.

• What’s your favourite Hallfield memory?

It has to be making lifelong friends and playing with them all the time out in the playground. I also loved baking in school when I was younger.

• Where are you at secondary school?

I am at King Edward VI Camp Hill School for girls where I’m studying for A Levels in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Economics. I am thoroughly enjoying them! Thanks to Hallfield I have had an amazing start to my education as it really helped me to be prepared for secondary school. The teachers were incredibly supportive and I can still remember how much of an impact they made. I didn’t need any additional help with 11+ outside of school. Hallfield also helped me to be ready for the real world and how different life would be.

• Are you still in touch with your Hallfield friends?

Yes, I am and we still see each other often. I cannot imagine my life without the friends I made at Hallfield.

• Have you been back to Hallfield since you left?

I haven’t been back yet, but hope to come back soon and see all the changes.

• Do you plan to go to University?

Yes – I would like to study dentistry but I’m unsure where yet.

• What are your interests outside of school?

Outside of school I go to a badminton club, enjoy reading and spending time with my family. I volunteer at a GP practice as well. I am part of a group of students called Team Gaia, and we are fundraising for a children’s charity called The Wings of Hope. The charity’s mission is to open up opportunities for poor and underprivileged children in India and Malawi by providing them with a free education.

• Do you have any words of wisdom for current pupils?

Enjoy your time at Hallfield –  they will be some of the most fun years of your life!

If you’d like to share what you’ve been up to since leaving Hallfield, contact our Alumni and Development Officer, Kat de Polo here.