Back in 1999 I went through a similar experience at uni having come from a working class background....really sad to hear not much has changed. Well done for expressing the struggles of that transition and doing something about it.
A very moving and thought-provoking talk, Sophie. And you have my most profound admiration for the way you got over your tough childhood, and came out with flying colours. Before listening to you, I didn't realise that there could be so much "poshism". I too am a member of the 93%, but I didn't go to a top school or university for my higher education (after originally being accepted to a teacher training college I ended up doing a modern languages BA degree at Ealing College of Higher Education. But I've come a long way since, and I've strengthened myself psychologically. Today, if someone asked me the question you dreaded - "What school did you go to?" - I wouldn't give the name. I would just say that it's of no importance because as a person I'm much more than the school I went to. ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥♥
I don’t get why a state school advocating for recognition of the underprivileged decided to change her accent (and admits this) to sound posh? Defeats the entire campaign love
