‘Because everyone’s in one place, you make and have really good friends. If you board there are films and DVDs in the evening. We get special treats and there are lots of opportunities to play sport and other activities. We sometimes go on trips abroad to sing as well as making CDs and being on radio and TV.’

Former Head Chorister Aforji has the last word:

“I was proud to be able to do something that nobody else in my family had done and being Senior Chorister was a great responsibility.

“I had two ways of life: one was my home life with my brothers and parents, the other was School and Choir, both of which I thoroughly enjoyed. I am much more organised and independent than some of my friends and I would recommend anyone trying to gain a place at a Choir School if they have a good voice.

“All the choristers, whatever their family background, have a common interest and talent in music, which will stay with them throughout their life.”