Hello, I am

Aarav Benani

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“Study hard, game harder, and never stop creating — that's the cheat code to life.” — Aarav, probably

The story so far

A curious mind with big dreams and even bigger ambitions.

Hi there! I'm Aarav, a -year-old student at an independent school in Bushey where I'm proud to be a STEM and Academic Scholar.

I love diving deep into mathematics and building things with code. Whether it's solving a tricky maths challenge, giving a public speaking performance, or building a working Mars rover model — I'm always up for a challenge!

When I'm not studying, you'll find me swimming, playing chess, cycling around, or hunting for rare Pokémon cards. I also enjoy gaming — particularly Minecraft and Roblox.

I have a deep love for travelling and exploring new cultures and countries. From bustling cities to peaceful countryside, every trip teaches me something new about the world and the people in it.

This website is my little corner of the internet where I share my journey, achievements, and thoughts. Welcome!

10+ Achievements
4 Years Best Student
3 Years School Council
9+ Interests

Things I'm proud of

Every medal, certificate, and moment that made the hard work worth it.

UCMAS Abacus Grade 10 - Distinction

Passed the international standard of UCMAS (Universal Concept Mental Arithmetic System) Abacus Grade 10 with distinction.

Junior Duke Platinum Award

Completed the Junior Duke Journal Platinum award in Year 6, demonstrating a wide range of life skills and personal development.

ABRSM Piano Grade 4

Achieved Grade 4 Piano certification from the Associated Board of the Royal Schools of Music (ABRSM).

LAMDA Public Speaking Grade 7

Achieved Grade 7 in Public Speaking from the London Academy of Music & Dramatic Art (LAMDA).

Swimming Silver Grade

Achieved Silver grade in swimming from the UK Swimming Association.

STEM & Academic Scholar

Awarded STEM and Academic Scholarship at an independent school in Bushey.

Best Academic Student - 4 Years Running

Achieved the best academic student award for four consecutive years at an independent school in Bushey.

Silver in Junior Maths Challenge

Achieved a Silver certificate in the UKMT Junior Mathematical Challenge (JMC) in Year 7.

Eye Level Maths Olympiad Silver

Won the Silver award at the Eye Level Maths Olympiad 2022.

Inter-School Maths Challenge

Represented the school in the Year 6 inter-school Maths challenge.

School Council Member

Elected as School Council member for three years — Year 5, Year 6, and Year 7.

Where it all happens

The place that shapes who I'm becoming.

Independent School, Bushey

STEM & Academic Scholar

An independent co-educational school known for academic excellence. Proud to be a STEM and Academic Scholar with four consecutive Best Academic Student awards.

Beyond the classroom

The stuff that keeps me busy when the bell rings.

Mars Rover Model

Built a live, working model of a Mars rover — combining engineering, electronics, and creative problem-solving.

Invention of the Electric Light Bulb

Academic scholar research topic exploring the history, science, and impact of the electric light bulb invention.

When I'm not studying

The things that make me, me.

Reading
Swimming
Badminton
Chess
Coding
Cycling
Travelling
Movies
Pokémon Cards

Gaming

Minecraft

Roblox

Life's too short to stay in one place

If it's scary and exciting at the same time, I'm probably already doing it.

I absolutely love travelling and exploring new places — different countries, different cultures, different food. Thanks to my travel-loving dad, I've been lucky enough to see a lot of the world already. Every trip teaches me something new and makes me want to explore even more. Whether it's wandering through busy streets, tasting food I can't pronounce, or just watching a sunset somewhere far from home — those are the moments I live for.

But I'm not just about sightseeing. I love the adventures too — the kind that get your heart racing and leave you with stories worth telling.

Adventures I've ticked off

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Scuba Diving

Exploring underwater worlds

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Paragliding

Soaring above mountain valleys

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Hot Air Balloon

Floating above the clouds at sunrise

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Highest Zip Lines

Pure adrenaline, full speed

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Insane Roller Coasters

The scarier, the better

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Exploring New Countries

New places, new stories

My Passport Stamps

18 countries across 3 continents — and the list keeps growing.

🌍 Europe

🇬🇧 United Kingdom
🇫🇷 France
🇩🇪 Germany
🇨🇭 Switzerland
🇱🇮 Liechtenstein
🇪🇸 Spain
🇮🇹 Italy
🇬🇷 Greece
🇹🇷 Turkey
🇳🇱 Netherlands
🇧🇪 Belgium

🌏 Asia

🇮🇳 India
🇦🇪 UAE
🇸🇬 Singapore
🇹🇭 Thailand
🇲🇾 Malaysia

🌍 Africa

🇪🇬 Egypt
🇲🇦 Morocco

Earned, not given

A collection of certificates and awards picked up along the way.

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More certificates will be added soon!

What's on my mind

Thoughts, stories, and things I'm learning along the way.

STEM Fair 2026

Aerodynamics & How Aeroplanes Fly

An interactive guide to the science of flight — exploring lift, drag, thrust, and how wings make it all possible.

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Building a Mars Rover

A detailed look into how I built a working Mars rover model from scratch.

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My Coding Journey

From writing my first line of code to building this website.

Say hello

Got a question or just want to chat? I'd love to hear from you.