A teenager from Suffolk received a personal message from the prime minister after successfully completing his T Level qualification.
Maliki Mullett, 18, from Ipswich, studied engineering at Suffolk New College.
Earlier in the year, Maliki welcomed Sir Keir Starmer to the college as part of an event relating to Sizewell C.
Maliki was asked to speak in front of the world’s media as he welcomed the PM to the county.
Then yesterday, the college put a picture of Maliki opening his results on LinkedIn and Sir Keir directly replied to the post.
Sir Keir said: “Congratulations Maliki! I’m so pleased to see you do so well in your T Levels. Your journey is so inspiring, and I wish you every success in the future.”
On getting a message from Sir Keir, Maliki said: “I’m very shocked – but it’s made my day.”
In terms of his results, Maliki continued: “I got a merit and I was very pleased that the hard work has paid off.”
In relation to what’s next, Maliki said: “I’m currently working for H.F.Bond & Co LTD – and then I’ll be going to the University of Essex to study mechatronics (later in the year).”
Reflecting on his memories of being a student at Suffolk New College, Maliki added: “My favourite memories are all positive of the college. My favourite moments have been going to Northern Ireland for a study trip and meeting Sir Keir.”
Alan Pease is the principal and CEO of Suffolk New College. Mr Pease said: “Maliki was one of thousands of students who successfully opened their T Level and vocational results yesterday. It was a brilliant day that saw an incredible 95% pass rate for all level three learners who studied with us. One student (Esther Pyett) achieved the top score in the country on her childcare course. I’m so proud of Esther, Maliki and all of our students.” In terms of Maliki getting a message from Sir Keir, Mr Pease added: “That was a really nice touch from Sir Keir. Maliki clearly made a positive impact on the leader of the country.”