Students across the Isle of Wight are opening their A-Level results today (Thursday) and finding what awaits them on the next stage of their educational adventure.
These results, published today, will determine whether or not students can attend their chosen Universities.
To celebrate their success, here’s a collection of results from across the Island’s VI Forms.
Cowes Sixth Form
The Sixth Form students at Cowes Enterprise College, have achieved some excellent results which reflect the hard work and commitment shown throughout their studies.
All students across the academy performed incredibly well, with some of the individual standout achievements including:
- Kieron Young has successfully achieved A*, A*, A and will be reading Mechanical Engineering at the University of Manchester
- Lucy Ashdown (Pictured below) has successfully achieved A*, A*, B and will be reading Psychology at the University of Surrey.
- Fina Bell has successfully achieved A*, A*, B and will be reading Psychology in Education at the University of York
- Lexi Bird has successfully achieved A*, A, A and will be reading Illustration at the Brighton School of Art
- Samuel Rivett has successfully achieved A, A, A, Distinction and will be reading Psychology at the University of Exeter
- Billy Williams has successfully achieved Distinction*, Distinction*, B and will be studying Sport and Exercise Science at the University of Chichester
Rachel Kitley, Principal at Cowes Enterprise College, said:
“We are incredibly proud of our students and what they have achieved this year. Their results reflect another strong year for the academy as a whole, but also demonstrate the dedication and commitment of the pupils themselves, as well as our hardworking staff and supportive wider community. We look forward to seeing the future successes of our students.”
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Christ The King College
Despite national trends, a significant number of students at Christ The King College achieved high grades (15% of all grades were A/A*’s).
Students performed very well in the broad range of subjects we offer, doing particularly well in Geography, Computer Science, Drama, Maths & Business Studies. Students also performed exceptionally well in the Extended Project Qualification, which is completed in addition to 3 A levels.
The Head of Sixth Form, Hayley Conway-Hughes, has said:
“This is a day of celebration for a cohort of young people who have never before had the opportunity to take external examination assessments. They should feel extremely proud of the grades they are taking home today.”
One of the success stories was Aurora Tout-Williams (pictured below) who is going on to Edinburgh University to study English Literature.
The Island VI Form
In Newport at the Island VI Form Campus, students and staff at The Island VI Form are celebrating a fantastic set of A level results.
Dave Mumford, Head of the Island VI Form said:
“I am delighted with the results today and am extremely proud of the students. It has been a pleasure to see them opening their results and to congratulate them on their success. We have over 150 young people leaving us to pursue a vast range of courses across the country, many at top Russell Group universities.
“As always, my thanks go to the staff and parents who have supported the students throughout their journey with us. We are all excited to see where their next steps will take them.”
An Island VI Form spokesperson has said:
“We have seen some fantastic individual results this year in the students’ A level and BTEC studies with some gaining straight A grades or double distinctions. The governors and staff are all incredibly proud of the students who have worked hard over the past 2 years and shown immense dedication to gain the results that they truly deserve.”
Priory School
Students at Priory School in Whippingham achieved a 100% pass rate with nearly 50% of all grades at A or B.
All leavers achieved 3 A Level or AS Level grades and go on to their first-choice university or into the work place, including a place at Jesus College, Oxford
Principal DEJJ Lloyd, has said:
“They leave us as principled young adults equipped with the skills and qualifications necessary to thrive in the complex world beyond our school gates. All of the staff are very proud of our pupils and their achievements, and we wish them well in their endeavours and welcome them into our alumni community, where we hope they will remain engaged with school life and use their experience to benefit current pupils.”
Ryde School
At Ryde School 16.4% of gardes were A* – the highest achievement at the level since 2014 – whilst a total of 37% were A*-A.
Head Master Will Turner commented
“This cohort should be very proud of what they have achieved and the impressive results are a credit to them and their teachers.
“What is particularly noteworthy is the range of destinations and courses pupils are moving on to. We have pupils going on to study more traditional University courses such as English, History, Geography, Law, Economics, Psychology, Maths, Engineering and Sciences. We also have others moving on to courses such as Forensic Investigation & Cyber Security, Computer Game Design, Maritime Business, Musical Theatre and Dance, Live Events Production and Nursing.
“This reflects the wide range of interests among our diverse pupil body and the breadth of the curriculum offered at the School. 2 pupils have also gained sports scholarships to US universities. All of us at Ryde School wish this cohort the very best as they move on to the next chapter of their lives.”
Platform One College Of Music
Receiving their results earlier this week, a total of 26 students achieved the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Music, which is equivalent to taking 3 full A Levels.
Many students exceeded challenging targets, with 14 students gaining the equivalent of 3 straight A grades. This is an incredible outcome. This is 54% of students achieving – Distinction, Distinction, Distinction grades. 4 students achieved Distinction* Distinction* Distinction*
Education Director David Pontin has said:
“We are absolutely delighted with results again this year. We are so proud of the achievements of each and every student. It is fantastic that all of our students will progress to their first-choice universities, with some students progressing straight into employment”.
The Isle of Wight Council also shared their congratulation students who have worked hard to achieve their A-level, technical, vocational, and apprenticeship qualifications this year.
The council expects to have the full picture of results, achieved by students who sat examinations, in early 2024 when the final and validated data is published by the Department for Education.
Andy Tickner, County Education Manager – Participation & Lifelong Learning said:
“On behalf of the council, I would like to congratulate all the Island’s brilliant post-16 students for their hard work and determination. We must also thank the many dedicated teachers and tutors in our colleges, sixth forms and our training providers who have helped young people as they have worked towards these qualifications”.
This will be a time of different emotions for many students and the council offers a range of advice and support for young people wondering how to take the next steps towards their careers after their results.
The council’s Island Futures team provides qualified, independent careers advisers who are available throughout the exam results period to talk through options, including moving on to university, higher apprenticeship choices, employment or other training. The team is skilled in assisting students who are worried they don’t have the grades they were expecting, or if their plans for September have changed and they are unsure what to do next.
Island Futures has a dedicated post exam support service available to call today (Thursday) on (01983) 823888, between 09:00 and 16:00, The service is available at any other time via email [email protected].
There is also an extensive range of careers information available online via the council’s Island Futures website www.iow.gov.uk/islandfutures
Young people who may be feeling uncertain, anxious, or stressed about the future can also seek support from www.youngminds.org.uk who offer online support including a guide for dealing with exam results.
Got their golden tickets off the island to never live here again. Separating the wheat from the chaff.
Off to uni to read illustration of Art? What the f…….. that’s going to get you a job isn’t it – not!!!! What a waste of money that will be? Why not use those brains and do something like become a teacher, or a medical professional. Learning about art can be done for FREE in any library by reading books? People like you annoy me as just another confused fool that hasn’t a clue what to do so chose rhe most pathetic course going which will get you nothing.
You obviously don’t understand why universities exist. The pursuit of knowledge is a great human endeavour and brings many rewards. Universities do not exist to hand out qualifications that get you a job.
Boring what a 2aste of money