Nearly two thirds of all grades at Leweston were A* or A, over twice the national average. Whilst the proportion of top grades in England is about 1% higher than 2019, Leweston’s grades are 20% higher than the last set of pre-COVID results at the school.
Almost half of the students achieved at least two A* or A grades, and Caitlin, Katerina, Mimi and Anna achieved an impressive 4 A*, 12 A and 2 B grades between them.
Those students taking the popular Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) achieved 100% A* and A grades. Much sought after by universities, the EPQ helps students to develop independent research, essay writing and time management skills and enables them to explore a subject of their choice. Other subjects that saw majority A* and A grades this summer were Chemistry, Geography, Economics, Computer Science, Religious Studies, Fine Art and Photography.
Mr Paget-Tomlinson, Headmaster commented:
“It has been well reported in the run up to A Level results day that there was a plan to bring grades back down in line with pre-pandemic levels, after sharp rises in 2020 and 2021, when results were based on teachers’ assessment; however, our students have out-performed these pre-COVID years. This is testament to the hard work and dedication shown by Year 13, as well as the teaching staff that support them. I am incredibly proud of their achievements and delighted by the wide range of courses and destinations they have chosen. This is truly a reflection of our intent to find the right pathway for each individual pupil”.
Students will be leaving to take up places at universities including Durham, Exeter, York, Bristol, Nottingham, Reading and Hartpury on courses as diverse as Medicine, History and Ancient History, Politics and Modern Languages, Computer Science with Maths, Politics, Philosophy and Economics, Product Design Technology and Equestrian Sports Science.