A-Level results for sixth forms and colleges in and around Leamington, Warwick and Kenilworth

Students at Royal Leamington Spa College achieved a stellar set of A-Level results in the face of Covid-19 disruption.

A-Level students at the college, which is part of WCG (formerly Warwickshire College Group), achieved an overall pass rate of 100 per cent.

The results mean Royal Leamington Spa College has improved its pass rate by 1.9 per cent compared to 2019.

The perfect pass rate was achieved across 15 courses including economics, mathematics, history, psychology, physics, chemistry and more.

James Stacey, Head of A Levels at WCG, said: “It has been a difficult year for our students as a result of Covid-19 and the impact had on exams and assessments.

“We are sure there will be some relief amongst students now that their results are now out and we’re incredibly proud of their efforts to achieve what they have this academic year.

“These results certainly represent the dedication and hard work put in by students and tutors, because even during lockdown classes continued right up to, and beyond, the end of term.

“We would like to congratulate everyone receiving their results today and we look forward to following them closely as they take the next steps in their education and careers.”

WCG provides help and advice for all students, whatever their grades and is able to provide guidance on all the options available to students receiving their results.

WCG's Careers Advice team can be reached on 0300 456 0048 and the group's higher education clearing line is 0330 135 6840.

Despite the anxious and unique set of circumstances, Kingsley girls of all abilities and backgrounds have exceeded expectations with fantastic personal achievements in their A-level results this year, securing a diverse range of first choice destinations.

These results reflect the quality of work undertaken by students and teachers and the efforts of staff to compile a persuasive evidence base to underpin their grading estimates.

The Kingsley School sixth formers have achieved a 100% pass rate, with 35% of grades A*-A, 71% of grades A*-B.

Alongside exceptional performances in A-level subjects, a number of students participated in Cambridge Technical courses, in which 100% Distinction* grades were awarded in Business Studies, IT and Health and Social Care.

All girls who applied have secured places at their first choice universities, with the remainder opting for gap year opportunities and deferred entries for next year. Amongst the excellent destinations are:

Head Girl Rebecca Winn, from Warwick, who has already moved to Florida Gulf Coast University after signing to train and compete in the USA’s highest university division for swimming and diving.

Head Girl Lily Constance, from Harbury, studying Neuroscience at University of Manchester

Evelyn O’Sullivan, from Alcester, studying Bio veterinary Science at Harper Adams University

Lily Williamson, from Leamington Spa, studying Childhood Studies at Aberystwyth University

Meghna Gupta, from Leamington Spa, studying Hospitality at Oxford Brookes University

Jenna Morgan, from Wellesbourne, who has secured a Nursing place at University of Leeds following a gap year Round Square opportunity at Rockport School in Ireland

Hollie Jones, from Henley-In-Arden, studying Veterinary Science at University of Liverpool.

Sophie Walsh, from Warwick, studying Pharmacology at University of Leeds

Matilda Dumas, from Warwick, studying Agriculture with Animal Science at Harper Adams University

Year 12 girls at Kingsley secured brilliant AS Level results, with exceptional performances in English, French, Economics, Art, Politics and Psychology.

Having secured such excellent grades, this cohort has set a very high standard with a strong indication of excellent A-level results next year.

Head of Sixth Form, Dawn Morgan, said: “At Kingsley, we strive to encourage a strong work ethic with students adopting good study practices from the outset and these fantastic results reflect our girls’ and staff team’s hard work throughout their courses.

"All girls have adapted to very difficult circumstances and we wish to congratulate each of them warmly on these well-deserved achievements.

"They have, without exception, conducted themselves with grace and courage and we are immensely proud of them.”

Campion School pupils have continued to build on the successes of the past five years, with our Year 13 pupils achieving outstanding results once again.

The students have achieved a 100% pass rate in A levels, with 58% of pupils achieving grades A* or A and 98% achieving grades A* to C.

Pupils studying BTEC qualifications have achieved equally high with a 100% pass rate and 89% achieving Distinction* or Distinction grades.

The results are consistent with the teacher predictions and mock exams that all the pupils sat.

Many pupils have achieved 100% A* or A grades, including Phoebe Moss, Helena Hall, Hamzah Malik, Teagan Gough, Nuno Bettencourt, Pawal Kuczynski, Harmandip Singh and Danielle Wright.

Phoebe went on to achieve A*A*A in History, Psychology and Biology and Helena Hall achieved A*AA in Business, Maths and Economics.

All of these pupils have secured positive destinations with the vast majority going off to top universities.

Jassa Panesar, Headteacher, said: “This has been a very challenging time for all our student but particularly our students awaiting exam results.

"We are very pleased that the A level results that our teachers submitted have been validated by the exam boards and represent the excellent team work our pupils, parents and staff have developed over the past seven years.

"This team work has seen us through this strange year. I am very pleased that the school’s upward trajectory in examination results has continued even during these challenging times. Our pupils have shown great character and resilience. Along with these excellent results, this is a recipe for success. Well done to all of you.”

Mandeep Sandhu, Assistant Headteacher in charge of Sixth Form, added: “Our students have worked incredibly hard during their Level 3 studies and are very deserving of their results.

"These results are a reflection of the effort, perseverance and positive attitude that they have shown every day at Campion School - we are confident that if our students had the opportunity to sit their exams, they would have achieved just as high, if not better.

"We are particularly proud of this Year 13 cohort who, through circumstances beyond their control, have gone on to show an unparalleled level of maturity.

"We extend our congratulations to each and every student and wish them the greatest success in their futures.”

The Arnold Lodge School community is celebrating another exceptional (and record breaking!) set of results at A Level.

Of all grades awarded, 10% were at A*, 32% at A*-A, 55% at A*-B and a 100% pass rate.

Most impressively, on average, pupils at Arnold Lodge achieved 5 grades above their targets set by external testing upon entry into the school (the highest ever value added score for ALS).

This is a significant achievement for the pupils, staff and wider school community and reflects the academic value added for the pupils at Arnold Lodge across their time at the school.

Among the individual success stories were Kim Jackson who achieved A*, A*, A in Biology, Mathematics and Geography; James Schofield who attained an A, A and B in Politics, Sociology and English Literature (as well as the equivalent of an A* in Music) and Anup Lally who attained an A, A, B in Politics, Sociology and English Literature.

Particular congratulations must go to Anna Balbao who attained A* and A in German and French respectively, having studied these courses condensed in just one year.

Headteacher, David Preston, said: “Given the challenges pupils have faced this year, I am delighted that our Sixth Form results reflect the hard work and dedication of our pupils over the whole of their courses.

“Our whole school community – teachers, parents and pupils – will, I know, be delighted to see such exceptional results.

As our pupils now head off to work and university, I look forward to hearing of our pupils’ continued achievements and future successes.”

The vast majority of Southam College students have been able to access their destination of choice following the release of A-level grades today.

Provisional results at the school are showing an improvement on previous years, however it is difficult to summarise final school performance such is the uncertainty following recent government announcements.

Headteacher Ranjit Samra said:. "Today is a day to recognise the talent and dedication of our students.

"They have shown incredible resilience and whatever grades they achieve we could not be more proud of them.

"We know that they will go onto make a wonderful contribution to society.

"It is also a time to recognise the efforts of staff who have supported students and their families in some very challenging times."

Notable student performances included: Molly Versey with A*A*A*, Melissa Voice, Emily Heydon and Ben Fisher with A* A* A.