A-level Success at Sefton Sixth Form College
Students and staff at Sefton Sixth Form College are celebrating another year of impressive A-level results, with students’ hard work, determination and commitment recognised in their achievements.
The College achieved an impressive 97% A-level pass rate, with over two thirds of students securing grades A* to C. The number of high grades has been particularly outstanding this year, with the academic distance travelled by several students far exceeding expectations. A-level performance ‘value-added’ is also the highest seen by the College since the Covid-19 pandemic.
For students, based at the A-level college campus in Litherland, results day marks the culmination of two years of dedication and learning. As they celebrate their successes, students are now preparing to take the next steps, be that university, apprenticeship or employment.
These results build on the College's recent recognition as one of only two sixth form colleges in Merseyside (excluding 16-19 academies) to hold an Outstanding Ofsted grade, and as ranking in the top 6% of further education colleges nationally for A-level progress for the second consecutive year.
Deborah Faulkner, Campus Principal at Sefton Sixth Form College, said:
A-level results day is always a special moment, and it has been fantastic to see the excitement and pride on our students’ faces as they celebrate their achievements. Whether they are progressing to university, moving into employment or taking their next steps in another direction, we know they leave Sefton Sixth Form with the skills, confidence and ambition to succeed.
We have also had some brilliant success with our first cohort of Year 12 Further Mathematics students, who are now progressing onto their second year.
I would like to congratulate every one of our students and thank their families and our staff for the important role they have played in their success. We couldn’t be prouder of them.
Due to the excellent results achieved, many students will now be progressing to study higher education at some of the most prestigious universities, including the University of Sheffield and Durham University. Alternatively, some students are progressing onto degree-level apprenticeships or full-time employment.
Mathilda Bardi, A-level Business, Computer Science and Mathematics student, said:
I achieved three A*’s and I’m absolutely thrilled with my results. There were definitely times when A-levels felt overwhelming, but the support from my teachers at Sefton Sixth Form College really helped me stay focused. I’m so excited to be heading to university and starting the next chapter.
Manu Bolivar Perez, A-level Business, Economics and Criminology student who achieved A*, A*, B, said:
I genuinely didn’t expect to get these results, so I’m absolutely over the moon. I’ve worked really hard over the last two years and there were definitely moments when I thought I couldn’t do it, but my teachers were always there to help. I’m so glad I chose Sefton Sixth Form.
Lucas McNamara achieved A*, A, A in A-level Economics, Business and Mathematics who is off to study Economics at the University of Liverpool said:
I’ve worked towards this moment for the last two years and it feels amazing to finally see all that hard work pay off. Sefton Sixth Form has given me the knowledge and confidence to take the next step towards my future career, and I’m so excited to see where it takes me.
Abdul Alkidra is another success story, gaining a place at the prestigious Hull York Medical School. He said:
Wow, I am delighted with my results and getting my place at Hull York. I have had a fantastic few years at Sefton Sixth Form College and I want to thank all my tutors for the support they have shown me. I am looking forward to celebrating and starting my next chapter at university; becoming a doctor has been a lifelong dream.
As the students embark on the next phase of their journeys, Sefton Sixth Form College remains committed to providing continuous support and guidance. The academic excellence witnessed today reflects the College's role in shaping future leaders and contributing positively to society.
