Students celebrate A Level results day 2022 across Yorkshire

'Amazing' year for King Ecgbert School

• 71 per cent of students achieved A*s -As
• 55 per cent of BTEC students achieved distinction *s or distinctions
• 45 per cent of grades were straight A*s, As or distinction*, distinction

York College celebrates 'hugely impressive' results day

A ‘determination to succeed’ has seen York College celebrate some of its best ever results among A Level, vocational and T Level students.

Celebrating with the students on results day was York College chief executive and principal, Lee Probert, who pointed out this year’s A Level cohort sat formal exams for the first time since primary school. He said:

Testament to their hard work we're celebrating their best ever high-grade profile with 11.3% of students achieving A* grades.

More than half of our A Level students achieved A*, A and B grades and 51 of our students achieved all A* and A grades. These are hugely impressive outcomes. Alongside A Level results, we also celebrate all Level 3 vocational results, including this year’s first ever T Level cohort, where 100 per cent of students passed these brand new qualifications.

T Levels are a two-year technical qualification, equivalent to three A Levels, and combine classroom-based theory and industry work placements.

Among those receiving good news was former Huntington School pupil, Emily Brookes, who gained a Distinction in her Art & Design Foundation Diploma, post-Level 3, and is now on her way to university in September to study fashion.

She said:

I’m feeling pretty accomplished. After A Levels, the distinction in my Art & Design Foundation course allows me to go on to Birmingham City University to study Fashion Design. Hopefully then I’ll move on to work within the fashion and textiles industry.

A Level student Nicholas Farrington, 18, from York, achieved an A* in Geography and Psychology and an A in Chemistry. He said:

I was shocked to be honest because the results were a bit higher than my predicted grades. I’ve got an offer from Leicester, which I’m in a position to accept, but because I did better than expected I can also look at other options. I’m looking to study geography.

Fellow York College student Abdul Karim, 22, described his result as a ‘life changer’ after gaining a Distinction in Level Three IT Technology. He’s now looking forward to carrying on his studies at the University of Hull.

I feel incredible and I still can’t believe it. The first thing I did was cry. Because of these results I can now go to university – it’s a life changer. York College has helped me go from zero to this. I’m a little sad because I’ve had a great time at York College. Every floor means something to me and all my tutors have been great. I love it more than my home.

I’m really excited to be going to university - now I believe I can really do something.

'Huddersfield New College is today celebrating the successes of our Class of 2022'

Huddersfield New College is today celebrating the successes of our Class of 2022 who are progressing to some unique, exciting and lifechanging destinations following confirmation of their A Level and BTEC grades today.

Our Class of 2022 have secured a fantastic 98% pass rate for A Level and 97% pass rate for BTEC, with 60% of these grades being the much coveted high grades (A*-B or equivalent), placing the College in the top Colleges nationally for student progress on Advanced Level qualifications.

This group of students have had to overcome a range of additional challenges as they have been the ones most significantly affected by the pandemic during the course of their Level 3 studies, and the first group of students who have experienced a return to formal examinations since the pandemic began.

Our gallery below showcases just some of the amazing destinations our young people are celebrating securing today.

Marcus Smith-Connor, Principal comments: “I would like to congratulate our Class of 2022 on their results. Our graduating Year 13 students have not only had to contend with the usual pressure of exams, but also three years of significant disruption to their studies. Their resilience in the face of this has been awe-inspiring, and the qualifications they have obtained are opening the doors to exciting destinations and empowering them to shape their own future. Their hard work, resilience and determination over the past two years has paid off today, and will continue to ensure they excel in their future endeavours. Today is a new chapter for our outgoing Year 13, and I wish all of them the very best as they embark on the next stage in what we are sure will be an incredible journey!"

Pocklington School celebrate receiving their A level and BTEC results

Students at Pocklington School are celebrating the culmination of their two year Sixth Form journey as they receive an outstanding set of A level and BTEC results.

In the face of the unprecedented challenges presented by the Coronavirus pandemic over the last two years, Pocklington School's ‘Class of 2022’ have displayed incredible courage, drive and resilience whilst placing trust in themselves and the dedicated academic, co-curricular and pastoral support offered by the School. Their results reflect not only the hard work put in by both students and staff, but also the quality of the relationships between teachers and pupils - something that is valued extremely highly at Pocklington School and a vital aspect of ensuring students’ success. Their positive approach to working together, as well as determination to succeed and drive to work hard, are commendable and will stand them in excellent stead for the future.

Overall, 24% of all results were A* grade (or BTEC equivalent) with 46% of students gaining at least one A* grade and 22% gaining two or more A* grades. 49% of all results were at A* or A grade (compared with a national figure of 36.4%) and 74% were the A* to B grades sought by Russell Group universities. Eighteen different subjects had 100% A* to C grades and the overall pass rate for all subjects was 100%. The students have much to celebrate with 93.2% of exam results being A*-C grades – the school’s best ever examination results.

Tim Morris, Head of Sixth Form at Pocklington School said: "I am immensely proud of our students. They have grasped every opportunity presented to them and risen to my challenge of becoming the best version of themselves."

Barnsley Sixth Form College celebrates another excellent set of A Level results

Barnsley Sixth Form College is celebrating another excellent set of A Level results with a 99% overall pass rate and a 100% pass rate in 20 subjects, including some of our largest subjects, such as Biology, Business, Psychology and Sociology.

Many of the students are now looking forward to starting Higher Education courses at universities throughout the country, including Bristol, Durham, Loughborough, Newcastle, Sheffield and Warwick.

Outstanding individual successes include Jayden Camm, who achieved A*s in Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths and Physics and is going on to study Maths and Physics at the University of Warwick. He said: “The staff at Barnsley Sixth Form College are approachable and always available to help. If you have an aim, the College will support you as much as they can.”

Shona Lane received A*s in History, Law and Religion, Philosophy and Ethics and is now progressing to study History and Philosophy at Newcastle University. She said: “I have enjoyed both the social side of studying at Barnsley Sixth Form College and my classes. The Sixth Form provides a supportive learning environment and I would advise anyone thinking of studying A Levels to work hard and complete their work as soon as possible.”

Kelly Rinaldi, Barnsley Sixth Form College Principal, said: “I am immensely proud of our achievements this year; both staff and students have worked incredibly hard to achieve such fantastic results after what has been a challenging few years. I wish every student the best of luck in their next steps and hope they look back on their time at Barnsley Sixth Form College with pride.”

Wakefield Girls Highschool celebrate 'amazing' results

A spokesperson for the school said: "Our students have once again achieved outstanding A Level results and are going onto an array of exciting and diverse destinations and courses. This is greatly deserved after displaying consistent and remarkable determination throughout the past two academic years, adapting to changing guidelines, in moving between in-person and online teaching, and preparing for the full examinations of this year. This was their first experience of public examinations as a result of the pandemic.

"The courses on which they have been accepted cover Humanities, STEM, Creative Arts, Languages, professional studies such as Law, Teaching and Nursing, covering all four corners of the country from St Andrews to Exeter and Lancaster to East Anglia.

"Head, Heidi-Jayne Boyes, is absolutely delighted for all her students and staff. The students were praised for their positive and proactive approach to everything they do. She went on to thank them for their support of each other, commenting especially upon the strong sense of community that continues to flourish. The teachers and support staff were commended for their agility, creativity, dedication and perseverance in preparing and supporting students, both academically and pastorally.

"The 2022 cohort has achieved 81.5% A*-B, 59.5% A*/A grades with 8 students gaining 3 or more A* grades, and an amazing 36% achieving 3 or more A grades or above. Most importantly, they leave Wakefield Girls’ High School with awareness, understanding and a strong sense of social responsibility, extremely well equipped and ready for their future choices."

Calderdale Council congratulate students on A level results day 2022

On A level results day 2022, Cllr Adam Wilkinson, Calderdale Council’s Cabinet Member for Children and Young People’s Services, said:

“I’d like to congratulate all the Calderdale students receiving their A-Level results today and wish them all the very best for the future, whatever their plans.

“Students receiving their results today have shown incredible resilience as they have dealt with the disruption to their studies caused by COVID. I’ve been so impressed by the hard work and commitment that young people have shown, and they should all be very proud of their achievements.

“I’d also like to thank schools for supporting students throughout this challenging period and for their ongoing efforts and encouragement to ensure that young people achieve their potential.

“There’s lots of support available for anyone who didn’t get the results they expected, or for those unsure about their next steps. Whatever the situation, it’s important to remember that you’re never alone and there’s lots of advice available through schools, C&K Careers and Open Minds to help you in your next steps and chosen future path.”

Students at Ripon Grammar School celebrate A level results day 2022 as A-level grades rise

Ripon Grammar School gets grades to achieve dream of becoming a doctor

Ripon Grammar School student Febe Elsayghe was inspired to study medicine after helping care for her disabled sister Monica.

The 18-year-old, who achieved three A*s in maths, chemistry and biology, and will study medicine at Newcastle University, found juggling online learning with her caring role during lockdown particularly challenging.

Her 23-year-old sister’s learning disability and autism means she has difficulty communicating and needs assistance with everyday activities, so Febe and parents Reham and Joseph, along with 20-year-old sister Jessica, need to help with everything from dressing to feeding.

“It was definitely harder during lockdown as we were all inside and trying to balance that with online school was a hard task,” says Febe.

“Monica was taken out of her normal routine and wasn’t able to understand the unusual situation. It was difficult to deal with, but we all came together as a family to help.”

She added: “When I was young, I was curious about my sister’s condition and would ask her care team questions as well as doing my own research. That’s when I began to get interested in a career in medicine.

“I found the genetics and intricacy of the human body really interesting, and I knew I wanted to help people.”

Febe, who also has a part-time admin job at a local estate agent and is a keen dancer, added: “Ripon Grammar School handled the Covid situation so well and managed to make my time at sixth form unforgettable.

“The past seven years at RGS have been amazing and I would like to thank all the staff for all the great memories and helping me get to the next stage of my life!”

One student celebrating her results found studying “quite lonely”

Sophie Edwards, 18, from Mirfield, got CAA at Greenhead College and is due to start a corporate degree apprenticeship with Morrison’s in Bradford. “I’m so excited I can’t wait.”

She found studying during the pandemic “quite lonely” as she missed her friends as well as face to face teaching.

Greenhead College student gets two As and an A*

Hamzah Hassan, 18, got two As and an A* and is heading to Leeds University to study computer science. “I told my parents calmly that I got in - I was in shock.

"Applause erupted and mum was absolutely over the moon. I do it for her.”

How to appeal if your results are not what you expected

For some, today will be a day to celebrate but for those who don't get the grades they needed, all is not lost. Here is everything you need to know about what your options are if your A Level results are not what you expected.

Students who don't have the grades they need for their chosen university course can look for an alternative course through UCAS's clearing system.

Click here to read the full story on how to appeal through clearing.

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Maths was the most popular subject this year

The JCQ said the most popular subject this year was maths, while psychology remained the second most popular.

English literature saw the biggest drop in candidates for a single subject, falling out of the top 10 most popular subjects for the first time, reports PA Media.

JCQ chief executive said the results “represent a huge milestone”

Kath Thomas, interim chief executive of the JCQ, said the results “represent a huge milestone” in the country’s recovery from the pandemic.

Congratulating students, she said: “Not only is it the culmination of two years of hard work, but these students are the first to have taken formal summer exams in three years, so we should all celebrate this achievement.

“Exams are the fairest way to assess students, as they give everyone the chance to show what they know.

“Today’s results therefore represent a huge milestone in our recovery from the pandemic and are testament to the diligence and resilience of young people and school staff across the country.

“As intended, these results are higher than the last set of summer exams in 2019, but lower than last year’s teacher-assessed grades.

“This reflects the special arrangements that were put in place to support students, schools and colleges through another challenging year due to Covid.”

Student from Gomersal receives A*

Ruhan Anand, 18, from Gomersal, has A* in maths, chemistry and biology from Greenhead College.

He’s going to Imperial College London to study medicine. “I’m extremely happy - over the moon. My mum and dad gave me a pat on the back.”

Students receiving results today 'found it hard to motivate themselves'

Yorkshire Live reporter, Andrew Robison, who is speaking to students at Greenhead College in Huddersfield today, said: "Many of the students have spoken about how difficult it was during the pandemic to motivate themselves.

"They have said they got distracted by the TV and Netflix."

Huddersfield student 'buzzing' to secure place at Sheffield University

Ella Briggs from Netherton in Huddersfield has got a place at Sheffield University to study biomedical science after getting three A levels at ABA.

She was on the UCAS website this morning with mum and dad watching. She said: “We all screamed on the spot. I’m buzzing.”

Greenhead College are celebrating results today

Yorkshire Live reporter is at Greenhead College speaking to studets who recieved their A Level results today.

Chris Martin, from Honley has passed three A levels at BCB and wants to be a train driver and is now looking for a job with a train company.

A level grades down on the past two years reports JCQ

A level grades received by UK students are down on the past two years but remain higher than pre-pandemic levels.

Grades had been expected to drop back from 2021 levels – when pupils were assessed by their teachers – as part of a transition year which saw marks aiming to reflect a midway point between last year and 2019.

The Joint Council for Qualifications (JCQ) said the overall pass rate – the proportion of entries graded A* to E – fell by 1.1 percentage points from 99.5% in 2021 to 98.4% this year, reports PA Media.

A Level results day freebies - from Pizza Express to Nando's

Businesses across the UK are offering students who are receiving their A Level results today free meals, sides or desserts to help with the celebrations.

Students can claim their freebies at some of the UK’s most popular high street chains by showing their results.

Restaurants include:

• Nando's
• Pizza Express
• Las Iguanas
• Moonpig
• Frankie and Benny's
• Street Pizza Southwark

Ripon Grammar School student dedicates top A Level grades to aunt

Grieving student, Bertie Wood, has paid tribute to the devoted aunt who inspired him as he collected top A-level grades.

Bertie Wood’s aunt, chemistry teacher Jay Blundell, who was also his godmother, died aged 55, just weeks after being diagnosed with a rare brain disease as he studied for his A-levels.

Ripon Grammar School student Bertie, who vowed to make her proud, collected A*s in maths and chemistry, an A in economics and an A* in his extended projected qualification on Winston Churchill.

The aspiring lawyer, 18, said of his mentor Jay, a headteacher at Foundry College in Wokingham, who suffered from sporadic Creutzfeldt-Jakob Disease (CJD): “She was a fantastic teacher and had a real passion for her subject and learning in general.

“My mum had to be with her for the final two weeks of her life and her death affected the whole family. It would be good if we could raise awareness about such a rare and horrible brain disease.”

Bertie, from Brafferton, who will be studying law at the University Of Leeds told how he sorely missed his aunt’s help and guidance in the run-up to exams: “She was always more than willing to help me with any problems, and I was very lucky to have her. I hope I can make her proud with my results.”

Bertie, whose 12-year-old border collie Nellie and beloved great-aunt Eleanor also died during his sixth form years, said: “It has been an emotional few years for me and I can’t wait to begin a new chapter in my life.

“I would like to thank the amazing teachers and the school for their tireless work to help me achieve my results and guide me through such an important time of my life.

Outstanding results from Scarborough Sixth Form College

Sheffield Council wishes students good luck

Thousands of tweets are wishing students good luck and offering advice today

Good luck to everyone getting their results today

Students across the region will be opening their A Level results today after months of anticipation - follow how each school performed on our live blog throughout the day with regular updates.

We have reporters out and about at some colleges across Yorkshire to see how their students performed.

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