A-Levels: Manor School Sports College, Raunds

'Execeptional pride' is the way that Manor School leaders have described their feelings on A-Level results day.

Ofqual grades released today show excellent outcomes and progress at the Raunds school.

Teachers say the investment in facilities, resources, leadership and curriculum at the school is paying dividends.

Of the awarded grades, 26 per cent were A*/A.

All students who applied for a university course have been offered their first or second choice course and university.

Principal Jay Davenport said: “In spite of the turbulent circumstances this year, we would like to congratulate all our students for their individual successes. Although students did not have the opportunity to showcase their knowledge and understanding in final examinations, the significant evidence used to determine their grades released today are testament to their hard work and tremendous effort over their seven year journey in secondary education.

"We acknowledge the continued support from parents and carers and the dedication and commitment from all of our staff.”

Among the stand-out performances worthy of recognition include:

- Karsa Ambikaibakan who has been offered a place to read medicine at the University of Cambridge.

- Thomas Stanier who is going to read media journalism and publishing at Oxford Brookes University.

- Rebekah Elliot who is going to study English language at the University of Warwick.

- Evie Elliot who will be completing an apprenticeship at a large multinational food manufacturer.

- Louis Exall will be studying Acoustics and Music at the University of Southampton.

- Oliver Warner is going to study mathematics at the University of Bath. He was the school's only further maths student for which he gained an A*.

Chris Hill, CEO of the Nene Education Trust, said: "The progress and achievements of this cohort of students is testament to the investment that Manor School and Nene Education Trust are making in post-16 education.

"The sixth form at Manor School is an exciting place to be.”

Prospective applicants to the sixth from can still get in touch by emailing Darren Carter at [email protected] at any time, or phoning the school on 01933 623921 from Tuesday, September 1.