Alderley Edge School For Girls welcomed former pupil, Michelle Ackerley, back to school earlier this month to meet current pupils and speak to them as part of their monthly ‘Lunch & Learn’ events. Michelle spoke to Senior School pupils and girls from Years 5 and 6 about her time at Mount Carmel and AESG, and about her successful journey since leaving the School.
Michelle spoke fondly of her time at the School and reminisced about all of the wonderful times she had enjoyed. She was also thrilled to be reunited with some of her teachers who were still at the School. Michelle gave the girls some brilliant advice; to be resilient, to persevere, to believe in themselves and to make the most of every day.
The girls were fascinated listening to her many stories, from her interviews to her first job in television at Blue Peter. She spoke about overcoming obstacles and turning knock backs into sources for positive motivation; her message was an inspiration to us all.
“It was so fantastic to visit my old school and meet so many incredible students.” Michelle enthused.
“They really are a testament to the school. It’s lovely to see AESG going from strength to strength with teachers providing the support and inspiration needed for the girls to achieve their true potential.”
Michelle regularly hosts The One Show alongside Matt Baker, which has seen her interviewing some of the biggest names in film and television including Samuel L Jackson, Tom Hiddleston, Danny Boyle and Naomie Harris to name but a few. Michelle also presents the new series of UKTV’s Fantasy Homes by the Sea.
Having presented on BBC1’s Watchdog, and Watchdog Test House, Michelle is the roving reporter on Crimewatch Roadshow, where she can be seen getting involved in police riots, interviewing emergency service men and women and fully immersing herself in their worlds.