Felpham Sixth Form Celebrates Excellent Results as Students Secure Their Next Steps
Students and staff at Felpham Community College were celebrating today as Sixth Form students achieved an excellent set of A Level and vocational qualification results, enabling large numbers of young people to progress to their chosen university courses, apprenticeships and employment opportunities.
The results represent one of the strongest sets of outcomes achieved by the sixth form in recent years and reflect the hard work, resilience and ambition of students. Among the 100% of students passing, a quarter of them achieved the highest grades of A*-A at A level and 55% at Distinction*- Distinction, with many securing places at their first-choice destinations. These include Oxford University, other prestigious universities, and apprenticeships and work placements.
Their success marks the culmination of years of commitment from students and teachers alike, and provides further evidence of the increasingly strong outcomes being achieved within the school’s sixth form provision.
Zoe Brixey, Head of Sixth Form, said:
“We are absolutely delighted with this year’s results and incredibly proud of everything our students have achieved. These outcomes are a reflection of the dedication, perseverance and ambition that this year group has demonstrated throughout their time in the sixth form.
We have high expectations for our students and they have risen to that challenge. What pleases me most is seeing so many young people achieving the results they need to progress to their preferred destinations and begin the next exciting chapter of their lives. They should be immensely proud of themselves.”
Among the many excellent performances were:
Samuel Shelton A*A*A*A*
Hattie Middleton A*A*A*B
Michael Cackett A*A*A
Lucy Lloyd AAA
Libby Pennicott AAA
Ben May Distinction* Distinction* Distinction*
Daniel Birch Distinction* Distinction* Distinction*
Olivia Gierlach Distinction* Distinction* Distinction*
Lucy Lobley Distinction* Distinction* Distinction*
These students represent the highest overall outcomes among many personal successes, but across the board staff stressed that success should be measured not only in grades, but also in the wide range of destinations, aspirations and achievements represented across the year group.
Michelle Kelly, Deputy Headteacher, said:
“We are exceptionally proud of our students and of the results they have achieved this year. These outcomes reflect the collective efforts of students, staff, families and governors, all of whom have played a part in supporting young people to achieve their goals.
“The results are particularly pleasing because they demonstrate what can be achieved through determination, excellent teaching and a culture where every student is known, valued and encouraged to succeed. Whether students are progressing to university, higher apprenticeships or employment, they leave us with the skills, confidence and character to make a positive contribution to the world beyond school.”
FCC Student Comments:
Shawn ‘I want to be an accountant. I got two As and one B and have been accepted into my first-choice university – Nottingham.
Joseph “I got AAB and an A in my EPQ (Extended Project Qualification). I am really happy, as I was predicted ABC. I am going to Southampton University to study Physics – I want a career within engineering hopefully.”
Jessica “I was expecting three B grades – I got an B in English Language, an A in Psychology and an A in Criminology – I am so happy! I am going to Plymouth University.”
Libby “I want to be a vet. I am going to study Veterinary Medicine at Harper and Keele University. I got three A grades.”
Ayrial “I was not expecting my results to be as good as they were! I got an A* with my EPQ. A C in Physics, an A* in Psychology and an A in Business. I am going to Loughborough to study Psychology”.
Sam “I go 4 A*s which is what I was predicted, I am very happy as that’s what I was hoping for, but didn’t know if it would happen! I am going to Warwck to study Maths, not sure what I want to do after that but definitely something to do with maths!
Michael “I 2 got A*s and an A which was what I was predicted. I am off to Southampton to study Maths.
Felpham Sixth Form continues to provide a thriving post-16 experience, combining strong academic and vocational pathways with personalised support, leadership opportunities and enrichment programmes that prepare students for successful futures. Anyone interested in joining Felpham Sixth Form can find out more by visiting Felpham Sixth Form or by contacting the school via fcc@felpham.org.uk.
