STUDENTS at SGS Sixth form have achieved an “impressive set” of A-level, T-level and BTEC results, say tutors.
The college in Filton says 75% of learners attained grades A*-C in their A-levels, with 70.6% achieving an A* or A in maths, 77.5% achieving A*-B in psychology and 89.5% gaining an A*-C grade in biology.
The college described overall pass rates as “strong”, with 97.3% of candidates achieving a grade in all of their qualifications.
The first T-level students, who studied the new qualification combining classroom learning and workplace experience, achieved a 100% pass rate.
Performances on BTEC courses were described as “excellent”, with all students achieving pass grades and 60% of learners being awarded distinction or distinction* profiles.
South Gloucestershire and Stroud college has six main campuses from Bristol to Gloucestershire, with around 3,800 learners aged 16 to 18, the same number of adult learners and 900 apprentices.
Among those celebrating was T-level learner Kayla Date, of Patchway, who was awarded a distinction in early years and childcare and is heading to Bath Spa University to study primary education. She hopes to become a primary school teacher.
Kayla said: “I am really happy with my results. I had such supportive teachers which helped me throughout my course and I am now I am really looking forward to going to university.”
Isaac Lee received an A* in A-level maths, and As in further maths and economics. He will study economics at Bristol University.
Isaac said: “I am very happy with my grades. I would really like to become a financial advisor and this is the first step in my journey.”
Ahmed Elhjaje will study sociology at the University of the West of England after achieving Bs in sociology and law, and an A in philosophy.
He said: “I have been stressing out so much but I am so happy. The teachers have been amazing and I don’t think I could have done it without them.”
Other students are set to start degree apprenticeships with major accountancy and building firms.
Head of SGS Sixth (academic) Becky Riddell said: “I am delighted with the achievements of each and every one of our learners.
“The grades they have achieved and the distance each learner has travelled is testament to their hard work, dedication and commitment to their studies at SGS.
“It is important to acknowledge our fantastic curriculum teachers and wider support teams, including our heads of year and well-being team, who have contributed to the academic success through their 121s, consistent and unwavering support and their extensive and exceptional subject expertise and pastoral care.
“Without them, we wouldn’t be where we are today.”