Sixth Formers Celebrate Examination Results

The moment of truth for Sixth Form pupils arrived today as their A Level examination results were revealed. The hard work and preparation put in by our students across their time at Shiplake appears to have paid dividends, as 89% have secured places at their chosen universities. This figure could rise further in the hours and days to come as institutions assess candidates who have narrowly missed the entrance requirements.

Several students have delivered exceptional individual performances and deserve special recognition. Sophie Arnold achieved A*AA in History, English and Media respectively which is a magnificent achievement. She comfortably exceeded the entrance requirements from the University of Warwick, where she will begin studying in September. A* grades were also attained by Danny Rumbelow and Hux Loudon in Art. The Art Department were very pleased indeed to see over 50% of their Year 13 cohort achieve A grades or above.

Other delighted faces on Thursday morning included Freddie Lang (Mathematics, Economics, Biology) and Charlie Hancock (History, Economics, English), who both achieved ABB grades. Charlie will be moving to Bristol to study at the University of the West of England. Meg Barron-Cutts is also travelling west to Bath to study English and Drama, after gaining three Bs.

Headmaster Gregg Davies explained: “We are pleased with the results our Sixth Form leavers have achieved. Across all subjects taken, 8% of candidates gained an average per entry of 120 UCAS points or more (equivalent of A grades), 32% gained an average of 100 UCAS points or more (equivalent of B grades or above), and 78% achieved an average of 80 UCAS points or more (equivalent to C grades or above). These results do not include any further scores gained at AS Level, and put the majority of our students in a strong position to access higher education courses of their choosing.”

Year 12 pupils also learned the results of their AS examinations today. Overall, the module grades look very promising and there is plenty for them to build upon next year. The Headmaster reserved special praise for Freddie Ireland and Jamie Mottram who performed admirably, achieving straight As and three As and a B respectively. Mr Davies commented: "Freddie and Jamie will be looking to follow in the footsteps of Sophie Arnold next year and are both considering Oxbridge applications alongside new Head of College Yeem Chanthanawan."

At the start of term, all pupils will be given guidance and advice on which subjects to continue studying and whether any remarks or re-sits are required.