This International Women’s Day, Lower Sixth pupil Thomas introduces some fascinating stories as we discover how Cheadle Hulme School’s Waconians - past and present - have been inspired by the women in their lives.

Over 30 minutes, meet Sixth Form water-skiing star, Lucy who reveals more about what it takes to balance her studies whilst balancing on water, as she shares what gender equality looks like in her sport.

Lower Sixth Scientist and musical theatre lover Audrey talks all things rocket science and pursuing her love of STEM subjects in an often male-dominated field after leaving her school in Mexico and moving to the UK in Year 9.

Meanwhile aspiring structural engineer Grace discusses building the bridges in her path towards her perfect career after receiving the coveted Arkwright Scholarship Award and work experience with Network Rail.

Old Waconian and Imperial College student Lauren, Class of 2019, joins the discussion to share the post-school view and reveals how her study of medical bio science has developed her passion for human health and will be taking her overseas to New York.

Senior School pupil Amy discusses gender equality and the conclusions of her research about “Why Men Should be Feminists” which picked up one of this year’s CHS Duncan Mathison prizes.

And hear the views of some pupils offering the ‘male’ perspective about the importance of International Women’s Day.

Who do they all pick as their own inspirational role models? There’s only one way to find out…