Gerard is heading to Oxford

former Holy Cross High pupil has been accepted into the prestigious Oxford University.

Gerard O’hanlon, who has just completed his sixth year at the school, will head to St Hugh’s College, Oxford, next month.

He applied to Oxford following a school career in which he excelled in every aspect including being school captain, a debating champion and achieving five As in his Higher examinations in S5.

Following his application, Gerard was invited to the university for an interview, where he obviously impressed the professors.

He was offered a place, on condition that he achieved two A passes in Advanced Higher English and mathematics. The 18-yeara old duly delivered and will begin his university career in St Hugh’s College Oxford on October 1 where he will study politics, philosophy and economics.

Marie Fagan, head teacher at Holy Cross, said: “We are extremely proud of Gerard’s achievements and are delighted for him.

“Throughout his time at Holy Cross High School, Gerard has been an exceptional student and an inspiration to us all.

“Studying politics, philosophy and economics at Oxford is a fantastic opportunity for him and one which I am sure he will fully embrace.

“On behalf of everyone at Holy Cross High School, I wish him every success.”