SETTLE College students achieved their best ever results to buck the declining trend in grades nationally.
Record numbers achieved the top grades in A Level and vocational courses, with 55 per cent achieving A*, A and B, and equivalent grades – an 11 per cent improvement on 2013.
Head girl Amber Duxbury, who has just returned from a World Challenge Expedition to Sri Lanka, will study at Leeds Metropolitan University after gaining C Grades in history and psychology and a distinction in Sport Studies.
“I am surprised and delighted,” she said. “I can’t wait to begin my life at university.”
Principal Michele Costello said: “Settle College continues to flourish and grow stronger. We encourage all students to strive to be the best they can and we could not be prouder this year.”
Chair of Governors Rosemary Rees, said: “The governors are absolutely delighted with these splendid results and send our warmest congratulations to all the students and staff.”
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