Riley Knowles

Personal Statement

I am a focused and ambitious GCSE student with a strong passion for Computer Science and software development. I enjoy solving problems through code and have developed practical skills in Python, HTML, and general programming.

As a dedicated team captain for my local football club, I’ve built strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills. I am highly motivated, eager to learn, and always looking for opportunities to grow both academically and personally.

Education

Sir Harry Smith Community College (September 2020 – June 2025)

Subject	Qualification	Exam Date	Predicted Grade / Achieved
English Language & Literature	GCSE	June 2025	7–7
Mathematics	GCSE	June 2025	9
Combined Science (Triple)	GCSE	June 2025	7–6–6
Computer Science	GCSE	June 2025	8
History	GCSE	June 2025	7
German	GCSE	June 2025	5
Further Maths	GCSE	June 2025	8
Sport	BTEC Level 2	June 2025	Distinction 2 (D2)

Key Skills

Programming in Python and strong understanding of HTML
Confident with software fundamentals and problem-solving
Effective teamwork, leadership, and communication under pressure
Highly motivated, disciplined, and organised

Practical & Technical Experience

Built custom Python programs and small-scale apps as part of Computer Science coursework
Created web pages using HTML/CSS, and explored JavaScript independently
Regularly use code editors and basic version control in personal projects

Leadership & Volunteering

Team Captain, Whittlesey Football Club
Responsible for motivating the team, setting up matches, and supporting younger players. Developed leadership, reliability, and communication skills through regular training and matches.

Interests

I enjoy playing football for my local club, where I thrive in a competitive and team-focused environment. In my spare time, I explore new programming languages and love challenging myself with coding projects or logic puzzles.