Maya on A-Level Results Day provided by Pendleton Sixth form college

Students of Pendleton Sixth Form College are able to celebrate an exceptional year of A-Level results, achieving a 99 percent pass rate.

A part of the Salford City College Group, the school also saw a marked increase in A* grades, particularly in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics), Humanities and Creative subjects.

Among the many success stories from A-Level Results Day, there are students who have secured places at leading universities to study subjects ranging from Medicine to History to Biochemistry, with a number of learners progressing to Oxford and Cambridge.

Maya Kabour achieved an outstanding two A* grades in Biology and Mathematics, as well as a grade A in Chemistry, and will now be going to the University of Oxford to study Medicine.

The star student said: “My teachers were very supportive and encouraging when I was studying for my A-levels and applying for my university course.

“I am so grateful to Pendleton Sixth Form College and look forward to starting my Degree studies at Oxford in September.”

George Clark-Clouston, who chose to study at Pendleton Sixth Form College accomplished an impressive set of results, which include an A* in Mathematics, an A in Further Maths, a B in Physics and a Distinction Star in Engineering.

George now looks forward to studying Mathematics at the University of Manchester in September.

As well as that Gracie Galvin has equally inspiring results and is now progressing onto a Master’s in Civil Engineering (MEng) at Queen’s University Belfast, having achieved three A* grades in Mathematics, Geography and Photography, as well as an A grade in Further Maths (AS).

Following the success of her grades, Gracie said: “I enjoyed studying at Pendleton Sixth Form College, my friends and teachers were really supportive and encouraged me with my studies.”

This year’s results not only reflect the hard work and ambition of individual students but also demonstrate the College’s continued commitment to academic excellence and innovation.

As Group Principal Rebecca Parks said: “We are immensely proud of our students and all they have accomplished. A-Levels are academically demanding, and our learners have risen to the challenge with determination and resilience.

“These outstanding results showcase the breadth of talent and aspiration within our student community.”

“We are proud to serve the City of Salford and to contribute to its growing reputation for educational excellence and opportunity.”

And this was emphasised by Jackie Flynn, Chair of the Salford City College Group Corporation, who added: “The Governors are incredibly proud of the standards consistently upheld by the College. The results this year reflect the dedication and pursuit of excellence shown by both students and staff.

“These outcomes are a powerful reminder of the strength and potential within our college community and the City of Salford.”

More information about the Salford City College Group or Pendleton Sixth Form College can be found here.

 

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