Council leaders praised the efforts of young people across East Sussex as this year’s A level and GCSE results were announced last week.
There were strong performances in English and maths and Councillor Bob Standley, lead member for education and inclusion, special educational needs and disability at East Sussex County Council, said: “Our young people have coped admirably over this last academic year and have worked hard to ensure they were well prepared for their exam.”
Despite the challenges of the last two years, Rye College students have produced strong performances across the main measures. Although the last academic year has been turbulent for many young people, educational outcomes reflect the college’s determination to minimise the impact on examination results.
In the basic measure of students passing both English and maths, standard passes rose from 57% in 2019, when students last sat formal examinations, to 63% and strong passes equalled 2019’s performance at 38%. Taken alongside the students’ other results, these grades mean that on average students leave Rye College with a standard pass in all their qualifications.
Headteacher Dom Downes, said: “These results are a cause for celebration and we are exceptionally proud of our students. These outcomes reflect the young people’s commitment to learning, hard work, and resilience in the face of unbelievable challenges. Their achievements ensure they can progress to the next stage in their education and we wish them every success as they move on to higher education, employment, or training.”
There has been much to celebrate with a healthy number of grade 9s being awarded – the highest grade available. Jean Lancaster achieved four such grades in English literature, English language, history and art; Betty Furmston three Grade 9s in English language, English literature and drama, Lucy Dilworth gained two in English language and drama, and Harriet Taylor gained two in English literature and history. Among other high performers across a range of subjects are George Williams, Joseph Potter, and Sam Wood.
Meanwhile, in vocational qualifications, the exceptional ‘distinction*’ grades were awarded to Daniel Stout in Btec music, Joseph Potter in sports science, and Zac Willson and Harley Glazier in travel and tourism.
While the government once again suspended the school accountability regime for another year, leaders at the college are confident these outcomes demonstrate the maintenance of high standards, allowing students to progress on to their desired destinations.
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