Sophia, a standout athlete from West Exe School, has made waves on the track and field stage this summer, winning double gold at both the Devon Schools Athletics Championships and the Southwest Schools Championships.

Sophia took first place in both the Triple Jump and Long Jump at the Devon event, setting a new personal best of 5.58 metres in Long Jump. Her success continued as she went on to claim gold again in both events at the Southwest Schools Championships.

Sophia's incredible performance has now earned her a place representing Devon at the National Finals, taking place at the prestigious English Schools' Athletics Championships in Birmingham from 10th–12th July.

At West Exe School, which is part of the Ted Wragg Trust, their offer is built on the values of Community, Opportunity, and Success. Every student is guaranteed access to a rich programme of experiences that support their personal growth. These opportunities are carefully planned to develop key attributes such as curiosity, kindness, ambition, resilience, adaptability, and pride. 

Julie Fossey, Headteacher at West Exe School said:

“We are all incredibly proud of Sophia, not just for her medals, but for the determination and focus she has shown throughout her training and competitions. She embodies the commitment and resilience we value so highly at our school.”

Moira Marder, CEO of the Ted Wragg Trust said:

 “Sophia’s achievement is a brilliant example of what our students can accomplish with the right support and ambition. Her success will inspire others across our trust to aim high and pursue their passions with confidence.”