My name is Larissa, and I am a 16 year old girl from Germany. This is my first time as a boarder. From the moment I arrived, I felt very welcome here. It is completely different from my old school. My teachers are very kind, they take a lot of time to explain everything and show real interest in me. That is a very positive and new experience for me. I really enjoy the study time in the library, here it is actually enjoyable to study. Everyone is super friendly and was ready to answer any questions I had. In the last couple of days, I have made many friends, because the people at Sidcot are so open to new students. The community is very strong, and I felt comfortable from the start. It's such a great feeling to walk over the campus and be part of this community. I am really looking forward to my upcoming time here.