Lionheart students celebrate A-level success

Students once again demonstrated their academic ambition with a staggering 35.4% of A-level grades awarded at A*-A  - this was almost 12% higher than the regional average for the East Midlands – and 83.7% at A*-C,  a testament to the aspirational culture cultivated at our ‘Outstanding’ sixth form.  

Beauchamp City were also proud to see six students take up places at Oxbridge. Among them was Sophie who, after achieving 3A*s, will study French and Russian at the University of Cambridge. 

Elsewhere, Azdin is off to the University of Leicester to study Medicine after acquiring 2A*s and an A in Biology, Chemistry and Maths, while Zira and Frances will both start degrees in English and History – Zira at the University of Warwick and Frances at the University of York. 

“We are delighted with the excellent A-level results achieved this year - they are testimony to the hard work and dedication of our students,” said Associate Principal Catherine Bartholomew 

“We hope that our departing students enjoy this next phase of their education and we look forward to seeing them in December to collect A-level certificates, and find out how they're getting on.” 

Beaming smiles lit up Beauchamp College as students celebrated another year of outstanding A-level and Level 3 results. 66.2% of A-level grades were awarded at A*–B, with 85.3% at A*–C, maintaining the high standards the college is known for. 

Among them was Andi, who will study Medicine at the University of Cambridge after achieving three A*s, while Otis and Saran are heading into Dentistry at Sheffield and Newcastle universities respectively. 

“We could not be more proud of this inspirational year group and can't wait to see the impact that they will go on to have once they leave us,” explained Associate Principal Alice King and Head of Sixth Form John Oswin 

“We know that these grades will open an infinite number of doors to them and they deserve to celebrate their achievements before embarking on their exciting next steps.” 

Students celebrated another year of outstanding results, with 81% of A-level  and other level 3 course grades awarded at A*–C, and every student securing a place at their first choice university. 

This year also saw a notable rise in top A-level grades from Castle Rock students, with 19.3% of entries at A or A* and A*–B grades doubling since 2024, at 38.6%. The school also achieved a 100% pass rate across all Level 3 courses. 

Among the many success stories, Amy is heading to Durham University to study Physics after achieving two A*s and an A. Jemima, who secured three As, will study Chemistry at the University of Birmingham, while Rose is off to the University of Leeds to study Biomedical Sciences. 

“We are incredibly proud of the achievements of our students,” commented the Sixth Form Team at Castle Rock. 

“Not only have they gained excellent results, but they have demonstrated ambition, dedication and resilience throughout their time with us. 

“We wish them the best of luck in their next steps and look forward to working with them through our alumni network and supporting future students as they leave their legacy at The Castle Rock School.” 

Cedars Martin students celebrated a 100% pass rate across all A-level and Level 3 courses, with the cohort thoroughly engaged with their learning across the academic year. 

Students are now preparing to take exciting next steps; Lewis will study Mechanical Engineering at De Montfort University, Mateen is heading to New Vision University in Georgia to begin his Dentistry career and Jaskiran will study Radiography at Cardiff University – working towards his ambition to become a Sonographer. 

“It was fantastic to see our students receive their results this morning and hear the buzz of excitement when discussing their next steps,” said Dan Thomas, Head of Sixth Form.   

“I am delighted that Cedars Martin has enabled our aspirant and dedicated students to achieve their potential and pursue their future dreams.  We are incredibly proud of them and wish them the very best for the bright futures ahead of them.”