We are proud to celebrate the achievement of Ayra Amberly binti Abdullah Sani (5 Taat), who was shortlisted in the prestigious John Locke Essay Competition 2026, competing among over 100,000 students from 191 countries worldwide.

Her essay was recognised with a Commendation in the Senior Category for Philosophy, placing her among the outstanding young thinkers recognised by the competition.

On 3 October 2026, the achievement was celebrated at the competition’s black-tie awards ceremony at JW Marriott Grosvenor House in London, where she received her Commendation in recognition of her work.

This achievement reflects her intellectual curiosity, dedication to philosophical inquiry, and ability to engage thoughtfully with complex ideas on an international stage.

Congratulations, Ayra! We are incredibly proud of this remarkable achievement