My mentor has been wonderful throughout the year! My mentoring calls with her have felt like 'big sister catch ups' which is useful as the eldest within my family , and the first to hopefully go to university. She has encouraged me that i have the capacity and willpower to reach the grades i need for my offer!

Though my time with Zero Gravity really took flight a little over a year ago the things the programme and my mentor have done for me will never be forgotten. Initially I had dreams of getting to Oxford. And I did. However it wasn’t meant to be and Zero Gravity helped me to realise that it was okay. Dreams change. They often get moulded according to the unexpected and Zero Gravity showed me that there are just as great as opportunities out there. Though I may not be making history for my school in the same way by being the first to attend Oxbridge and introducing the programme to my sixth form, I am still the first to be offered a place to a high calibre Scottish University. This wouldn’t have been possible if I didn’t get the jumpstart and tailored Oxford support from my dedicated and passionate mentor.

I had a great experience with my mentor, they were great help while writing my personal statement and looking for work experience opportunities, and talking to them has strengthen my confidence in pursuing a career in computer science.

I loved all of my mentors I’ve had so far in zero gravity they helped me immensely from applying to personal statements to visiting the universities.

The Zero Gravity community and my mentor were invaluable in helping me to understand what top universities are looking for and then going onto land an offer from my dream university.

Zero Gravity changed my life about a year ago when I started doing weekly calls with my mentor Tia. She helped me a lot with my personal statement as well as any queries I had about University. I genuinely think this is the best platform for upcoming university students and would recommend to everyone in sixth form. It allowed me to feel confident in the process for applying to University as well as now all my worries have been eased. Thank you so much!!!

I'm someone who's very passionate about physics. I've been deeply interested in this subject even before I came into this country. Hence why I decided to pursue it at university. My experience with Zero Gravity has been overwhelmingly positive. There's a lot of help provided and the UI/UX is very good. Most importantly, the mentorship programme is incredible. My mentor, Will, has been amazing. He helped me thoroughly understand the PAT questions I got wrong and helped me work through really hard questions. Additionally, the calls were structured like an interview so when it came time to do my interview I already a few months of experience. I'm really grateful for the time he's put in and I attribute a large part of my offer to him and Zero Gravity.

I am a first-generation daughter, raised by a widowed mother. Zero Gravity has been truly life-changing for me as it has opened my eyes to possibilities I didn't think were possible, such as getting into a top 10 university in the world. It has pushed me beyond my comfort zone by giving me the confidence to take risks, like applying to Oxford even though the chances were slim. It has also opened my mind to new opportunities and paths towards my desired career in Law. Initially, I believed that the only way to become a lawyer was to pursue a law degree. However, my mentor, Tamara D, altered my perspective by teaching me that there are multiple routes to becoming a lawyer, such as a law conversion. This would allow me to study law alongside philosophy, which I am very passionate about. My mentor has been incredible. She has guided me through university applications and supported me during entry exams, such as scheduling multiple meetings to go over the Oxford philosophy tests. Thanks to her, I have gained academic confidence and lifelong skills. She has taught me not to doubt my own thoughts and knowledge. I am immensely grateful to have been paired with her through Zero Gravity.

My mentor has been instrumental in boosting my confidence for interviews. Through her guidance, I felt increasingly comfortable and well-prepared for every stage of the process. She offered invaluable feedback on my personal statement and conducted numerous mock interviews, each time providing constructive criticism that helped me refine my responses and presentation. Her encouragement and belief in my abilities made a significant impact on my self-esteem. Additionally, she shared her personal experiences and insights, which gave me a better understanding of what to expect and how to handle challenging questions. Her approachable and supportive nature created a safe space for me to express my concerns and work on my weaknesses.

Growing up in a deprived area with immigrant parents who suffered both financial and language barriers, working hard and studying to secure excellence was crucial despite my disadvantages. As a result, Zero Gravity has been not only an incredibly useful tool, but a warm friend to guide and aid me through my tough but rewarding journey throughout Sixth Form. From a firstly awkward introduction by myself to fully focussed sessions my mentor has been essential in painting the pathways i needed to help write my personal statement, choose my extracurriculars, choosing my university and most importantly being someone I could speak to in times of distress and much needed guidance. Without my mentor and the kind hearted guidance of Zero Gravity members answering questions and displaying masterclasses, I would probably be in a struggling position whereby I may not have the relatable people to talk with, and whereby I may not have the reliable resources to lean upon. Thank you so much Zero Gravity for everything you've been an immense help and a best friend in difficult times.