Schools
SANDROYD SCHOOL - Dorset
Thank you so much for an inspiring talk.
PORTLAND SCHOOL - Nottingham
This morning was absolutely great. The feedback we’ve had from our kids has been extremely positive already. Their behaviour and conduct was also a reflection of how much they enjoyed listening to you. Thank you very much for coming all the way to Portland.
ABINGDON SCHOOL - Oxford
The students found it a most absorbing and inspiring talk. It was the perfect motivational fillip before the exams and there was a real buzz in the air afterwards. As you will no doubt be aware firing up the upper sixth in May on a Friday afternoon is no mean feat. Thank you!
BLUNDELL'S SCHOOL - Tiverton
Nothing but excellent feedback from the students from your talk. Thank you once again.
PETERSFIELD SCHOOL - in aid of the RNLI - Sir Jock Slater, RNLI Chairman
An excellent lecture last night in support of the RNLI and quite clearly enjoyed by a 'full house' - you certainly earned your supper; well done!
KING'S COLLEGE SCHOOL (WIMBLEDON)
The boys certainly did enjoy themselves! That much was obvious from the deafening applause, the number of questions and the amount of discussion amongst the boys both yesterday afternoon and today. Thank-you again for a truly inspiring presentation.
OUNDLE SCHOOL - Peterborough
Tom's presentation on his Everest experiences was extremely well received by the large gathering of young geographers. His wonderful range of photographs really brought the Himalayan Mountains alive. Thank you.
ST JOHN'S COLLEGE - Southsea
Thank you for coming to St John’s, many people have commented how much they enjoyed your presentation. I am certain you will be invited again!
HATHERSAGE Church of England PRIMARY SCHOOL
A big thank you from all the pupils and staff here at the school
MILTON ABBEY SCHOOL
It was an unforgetable, inspirational evening. We learnt a lot about mountaineering and even more about motivation. The students could not stop talking about it the next day. Thank you and hope to see you again soon at Milton Abbey!
ASHDOWN HOUSE SCHOOL
Entertaining, amusing, but above all challenging. An hour of silence from totally entranced 7-13 year olds is a difficult feat to pull off - as hard in its own way as conquering Everest!
LORETTO SCHOOL
Tom's standard of presentation, slides and video were of a high standard and most professional. He interacted very well with the pupils and fielded questions with humour and assurance. This talk is excellent value and inspirational to youngsters who might consider taking up this activity. We will certainly have Tom back for another talk.
WOLDINGHAM SCHOOL
An inspiring Lecture, thoughtfully presented which appealed to the range of girls aged 11-18. Quite a feat! Thank you.
DENSTONE SCHOOL
The pupils enjoyed a well prepared and entertaining talk. Slides were clear and the video helped the audience appreciate the hardships of the expedition. Delivery of the talk was confident and clear.
BRIGHTON COLLEGE
You went down extremely well. I think your talk really opened up their eyes to just how harrowing, and yet breathtaking, a serious expedition to the Himalayas really is.
SHERBORNE SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
Very informative, entertaining and perfectly pitched for the diverse audience. Delightful evening.
PACKWOOD HAUGH SCHOOL
We liked your answers to questions - well handled, and very thoughtful and well considered. The lecture was plainly much enjoyed and pitched perfectly for this 7-13 age group.
STANBRIDGE EARLS SCHOOL
The fabulous photos and excellent talk kept all the pupils and staff totally engaged. We will definitely want you to speak again to other year groups in future years.
ST. CATHERINE'S SCHOOL
We all loved it. Thank you so much.
GLENALMOND COLLEGE
We enjoyed your talk very much; the video was particularly effective.
KENT COLLEGE
Fast moving and amusingly anecdoted the lecture produced a real sense of tension at times and gave a good overview of Nepali culture - it's not just crampons! The sixth form were hugely appreciative.
HEADINGTON SCHOOL
It was particularly useful for girls contemplating taking part in World Challenge. We will definitely have you back.
BRYANSTON SCHOOL
The pupils didn't stop talking about it. You can tell they enjoyed it because they were unusually quiet and attentive at the Sunday morning assembly!
DAUNTSEY'S SCHOOL
...an example of how to encourage young people to break out of the sanitized and homogenized world in which they live, to seek and achieve a challenge. I would recommend him most strongly to any other school.
SEVENOAKS SCHOOL
A compelling and inspirational talk. Our students enjoyed it very much.
COBHAM SCHOOL
A very well-structured and interesting Presentation.
SUNNINGDALE SCHOOL
It was hugely enjoyable.
MONMOUTH SCHOOL FOR GIRLS
A hugely recommended lecture.
LUDGROVE
Excellent content and very suitable for ages present. Visual aids were super, especially the video and stunning slides.
PANGBOURNE COLLEGE
A fascinating presentation that kept the audience engaged and interested throughout.
GORDONSTOUN SCHOOL
We loved it! The students were enthralled by the story. A super presentation and well told.
SUMMER FIELDS SCHOOL
We very much all enjoyed your talk.
MARLBOROUGH COLLEGE
An interesting and enjoyable presentation, particularly for the non-climber. Students found the video footage especially effective.
SHREWSBURY HOUSE SCHOOL (SURBITON)
One of the best speakers we have had. Fascinating, informative and evocative. Thank you.
BLOXHAM SCHOOL
An informative, well delivered and excellently illustrated talk. Its overall effect must have been to inspire the young audience to have dreams and to aim high in everything that they attempt. Many thanks.
LLANDOVERY COLLEGE
Our lively 6th form were spellbound.
SWANBOURNE SCHOOL
The lecture was a huge sucess. It really is an inspirational story and one that is clearly very fresh in your memory. The variety of visual stimuli (video/photography/kit) was excellent for the children and they were certainly entertained. We do have a lot of speakers visit our school and it is always refreshing to have someone who can interact well with the children and tap into their imaginations so effectively. Thank you!
UPPINGHAM SCHOOL
Tom's presentation was professionally and charismatically delivered. He captured the imaginations of the pupils and fielded their questions at the end of his presentation with humour and panache. Worth every penny!
CALDICOTT SCHOOL
Tom’s talk to fifty 12 year old boys was excellent. Tom kept them enthralled and entertained during his 45 minute description of his ascent of Everest. The boys were fascinated and particularly excited to see the tent and other equipment that Tom had used on the expedition. I thoroughly recommend this lecture for a top year group at prep school.
NORTHAMPTON ACADEMY
The lecture was very well received by the pupils, they were truly fascinated by the gory details! Many thanks for coming.
KENTON COOL (IFMGA Mountain Guide)
Having been through it all myself, I found the talk a frank account of both triumph and despair on Everest. It was pitched at a level that hit nerves of both hardened climbers and Sunday walkers. Compelling, sad, funny and frightening.
THE ROSEMARY FOUNDATION
I would like to say how much we all enjoyed your presentation at the Royal Geographical Society. It certainly made a deep impression on me. What was so moving was the most engaging way you put over such a gripping story. I don't think we can thank you enough for that brilliant evening and for the magnificent financial support.
Tom has also spoken at THE DESTINATIONS TRAVEL SHOW, MALSIS, CLIFTON COLLEGE, COLSTON'S and FARLEIGH SCHOOL.