A-Level Results
A triumphant year for students’ results and destinations at the Gumley Sixth
Students and staff across the Gumley Sixth are once again celebrating incredible results in this years A Level and Vocational examinations.
Success achieved in the 2023 A Level and Vocational grades now provide a springboard to a range of exciting opportunities, with many students progressing on to respected universities across the country, including Russell Group universities, impressive apprenticeships and coveted careers.
Highlights of the 2023 examinations include:
- 74% of all grades achieved were A* - C; with 53% A*-B.
- 67% students undertaking the LAMDA exams achieved a Distinction Award and 23% attained a Merit Award in Solo Acting, Public Speaking and Verse and Prose.
- Nicole looks forward to studying Computer Science combined with Mathematics at Royal Holloway University after achieving 2 A*s and an A in Maths, Further Maths and Physics and an A in the EPQ.
- Jayashree will read Medicine at the University of East Anglia and celebrates 3 A’s in Chemistry, Biology and Maths.
- In September, Jasmine will read Italian Studies at UCL-Venice University, following the achievement of A*BB grades in Italian, Maths and History respectively.
- Gumley Girl Hira eagerly awaits her start at University of Liverpool to read Law, after attaining A*AB in Sociology, Classics and History.
- Tyra celebrates gaining entry to her first-choice university Kings College London, with ABB grades in Maths, Further Maths and Biology.
Embedded within the foundations of the Gumley Sixth is a dedication to helping students to get ahead. A broad range of courses, the highest academic standards, The Gumley Scholars programme, a commitment to personal development and enriching extra-curricular programme are designed to complement ambitions and ensure students stand out from the crowd.
“I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Gumley Sixth Class of 2023! Your achievements, measured by grades, destinations, attitudes and character are truly impressive and I am blown away as I witness you all as young adults, proudly embarking on your next chapter. Thank you to our astonishing staff, whose commitment has enabled our students to reach their potential and go on to continue creating their stories as they carve out their future careers. It is your hard work and commitment that has given you the opportunity to prosper in your chosen pathway. I hope to welcome you all back in the future as part of our thriving alumni network and inspire the next generation of Gumley Girls!” Headteacher, Mr Byrne
Anthony Graham, Head of Sixth Form, said:
“I could not be prouder of the hard work and talents of every student at the Gumley Sixth.
Today, we are celebrating their dedication, commitment, perseverance and most importantly, the achievement of their goals. Their aspirational approach to academic study whilst also being role models for the rest of the school and maintaining their interests and passions is commendable.
I wish them the very best in the exciting futures which lie ahead.”
Stephen Byrne, Headteacher, responded:
“I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate the Gumley Sixth Class of 2023!
Your achievements, measured by grades, destinations, attitudes and character are truly impressive and I am blown away as I witness you all as young adults, proudly embarking on your next chapter.
Thank you to our astonishing staff, whose commitment has enabled our students to reach their potential and go on to continue creating their stories as they carve out their future careers. It is your hard work and commitment that has given you the opportunity to prosper in your chosen pathway.
I hope to welcome you all back in the future as part of our thriving alumni network and inspire the next generation of Gumley Girls!”