• 100% pass rate
• some exceptional grades
• some students 'up-trading' to better university courses as their results are higher than predicted
• quotes from both students and the college Principal

100% A-Level pass rate for Ivybridge Community College

1-in-5 grades are A/A*

Ivybridge Community College has recorded exceptional A-Level results, with 100% pass rates across all subjects and one-in-five being either an A or A* grade.

This is an increase on last year’s 99% pass rate, with an impressive 181 students securing places at universities.

“These are terrific results that show exceptional progress in our sixth form,” said Rob Haring, Principal of Ivybridge Community College, “and I’m extremely proud of both staff and students for their hard work and commitment.  We operate an inclusive sixth from policy, so to achieve a 100% pass rate really is fantastic. What’s more, many of our students have got higher-than-predicted grades, which means that they can now apply through clearing to upgrade their university courses.

The proportion of Ivybridge students that achieved A*-B grades was also an excellent 44%.

“The results are particularly remarkable when you consider that national results have remained ‘stable’,” added Rob.  “It’s also been an important part of our role as a college to support those students whose grades are not those anticipated, and I’m delighted to say that with our help many of these students have still managed to secure places at their chosen universities.”

Student quotes
Among those who achieved the ‘gold standard’ of three A grades is Kathryn Baines.  Kathryn achieved top marks in Psychology, Physical Education, and Sociology, securing herself a place at Exeter University studying Psychology.  “I’m so excited,” said Kathryn, “and I can hardly believe how good my results are.  Exeter was my first choice because it is one of the best places in the country to study Psychology – and it’s a bonus that it is close enough to home that I can easily come back and visit.  Ivybridge has been an exceptional to study – my teachers have been so supportive and I will miss everyone.”  Kathryn will live in halls at university and hopes to continue her part-time job as a gymnastics coach to help fund her studies.

Another student that recorded top grades is hard-working Manon Lambert.  “I’ve got five As,” she said.  “I’m so relieved – it means that I can now go to Oxford to study Economics and Management.”

Alistair Lee, who gained two As and a B, has secured a place studying Medicine at Leeds University.  “It was tough, but it’s been worth it, knowing that I have got onto my course” he said.  “Those who have worked hard for the past two years have got the rewards for their efforts.”

Ellen Bulgen, who got two As and an A*, did so well that she is hoping to ‘trade up’ her university course.  “I am really chuffed,” she said.  “I had to work very hard, but it has been worth it.  I’m now planning to take a gap year and then go to Leeds University to study Medicine.” 

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PHOTO CAPTIONS

1.      Ella Bulgen (left) (A, A, A*), and Daisy Burris (A*, A*, A) opening their A-Level results
2.      An ecstatic Dolly Hollett (A,C,C)after opening her exam results
3.     Rob Haring, Ivybridge Community College Principal, with student Katherine Page-Bailey (A,B,D) as she opens her results.
 

Notes to editors
About Ivybridge Community College
Ivybridge Community College is a success-orientated establishment, which has always prided itself on supporting students to achieve to their highest potential.

With more than 2,200 students, it is one of the largest schools in the UK and has an OFSTED rating of Outstanding.

The college's goal is to motivate and challenge its students.  Talented and dedicated staff, disciplined students, supportive parents and an enthusiastic governing body, all work for a common purpose – allowing students to flourish.  The college offers great alternatives to students drawn from an increasingly diverse populace and from a large area of Devon. Tertiary growth has been spectacular over the past ten years currently reaching over 550 students.

Press contact
 For further information, photos, or to interview Rob Haring contact James Reddy on 07967 835947, james@jamesreddy.co.uk.