Success Stories

2009/10 was a great year and we have so many examples of successful students. We are proud of all of them. Here are just a few examples - more are available in our Course e-Brochure and out PDF downloads for each subject.

Lauren Peters
COURSE: A Levels in Chemistry, Mathematics and Further Maths
YEAR: 2008 - 2011

Lauren came to the College from Lode Heath School and excelled at A Level, as well as completing an Extended Project. She left College with A* grades across the board, including in her Extended Project. In particular, her achievements in Physics were truly outstanding, as she achieved full marks over both years. She has progressed to Lady Margaret Hall at Oxford University to continue her Physics studies.

“When I checked my results I was in shock! I’m very chuffed of course. I’m extremely excited about going to Oxford. When I visited I loved the city and the colleges and it had a very friendly atmosphere. I’m looking forward to mixing with like-minded people and being taught by high flyers in my chosen field of study."

James Jarema
COURSE: A Levels in Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Maths and Physics
YEAR: 2009 - 2011

James came to the College from Arden School. He achieved an A* grades in Mathemtics and Physics, as well as A grades in Chemistry and Further Maths. That earned him a place at Homerton College Cambridge, where he will study Engineering. He was also a keen basketball player during his time at the College and took part in the Engineering Education Scheme, which allowed him to work with a local business on a real engineering project.

"I've really enjoyed it at the College, especially as I have met so many new people and I really enjoyed playing for the Basketball Academy. Academically, the support offered my teachers made my subjects much more understandable and enjoyable."

Georgina Mynott
COURSE: A Levels in Biology, Mathematics, Physical Education and AS Psychology
YEAR: 2009 - 2011

Georgina came to the College from Light Hall School. She achieved an A grade in her AS Psychology at the end of her first year and then followed that with A* grades in Biology, Mathematics and Physical Education in her second year. She also got an A* in her Extended Project and has progressed to Loughborough University to study Sport & Exercise Science.

“The best thing about the College was being able to select and study subjects that really interested me. These subjects were taught by knowledgeable and enthusiastic teachers, which helped me to develop a deeper knowledge. Additionally, studying in a large College, more akin to that of a university, has enabled me to take responsibility for my learning and therefore enable me to progress the study and personal skills essential for excelling in university and life beyond.”

Matthew Parker
COURSE: A Levels in Chemistry, Mathematics, Further Maths and Physics
YEAR: 2009 - 2011

Matthew joined the College from Tudor Grange School. He achieved an A* in Mathematics and a further three A grades in his other subjects, which has earned him a place at Christ College, Cambridge to study Engineering. He also did an Extended Project on earthquakes, inspired by the devastating earthquake and tsunami in Japan and got a B for that work.

"The best thing about my time at the College was the level of independence that came with the more flexible timetables and the fact that my subjects were the ones that I had chosen to pursue; therefore it is much more interesting. The College has also been responsive and helpful to problems, particularly with advice for my university application."