King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form Celebrates A-Level Results

Students of King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form have once again secured a superb set of A-Level results with 70% of all grades at A*-C. 

After years of dedication to their studies, students have achieved their very best and have the skills and knowledge they need to reach their full potential. 

Each year, an exceptional student from King Edward VII Academy is selected for the prestigious Gold Medal Award received from the King in an in-person awards ceremony. We are delighted to announce this year’s winner as Charlotte Clark. 

Charlotte has excelled during her time here at KES, demonstrating exceptional dedication to her studies and a strong commitment to supporting others. As a ‘Reader Leader’, she has played a vital role in mentoring Key Stage 3 pupils, while also offering valuable support to her peers.

Her academic ability and work ethic are truly outstanding, culminating in A Level results of A*, A*, A, and B. Charlotte’s genuine passion for English has been a driving force behind her success, and she will continue to pursue this at Durham University, where she has earned a place to study English Literature.

Charlotte’s contributions and achievements make her a truly deserving recipient of the award from His Majesty. 

Charlotte said: 

"Upon opening my results I felt intensely relieved and proud of myself for the work I put in throughout the past two years. My time at KES sixth form was wonderful, allowing me to study my favourite subjects and also learn who I am as a person. I would like to give a massive thank you to my English teachers, Miss Clarke and Miss Lewis, without them I would not be pursuing English at university next year. I am proud of myself and all the staff at KES Sixth Form for helping me excel and win the Royal Gold Medal Award" 
 

Head Student Yousif Fakhri also achieved an exceptional set of results (A*A*A) and has achieved his ambition of studying medicine at UEA. 

Amelia Gooding, triple Distinction* in Sport and Physical Activity who will be studying Sport Science at Loughborough University said:

"I felt over the moon when I opened my results. My time at KES has been amazing and the support I have received throughout the years has been just as amazing! I plan to continue my studies at Loughborough University where I will be doing BSC sports science, coaching and physical education. I am so excited to see what the future holds for me and I can't thank KES enough for the role they have played in helping me receive a place at my dream university."
 

Other notable A Level successes include: 

Tajus Mockevicius (AAB) who will now pursue an Engineering apprenticeship. 

Prema Poudyal (AAB) who will be studying Computer Science at Durham University with a scholarship. 

Isabel Son Crisan (AAB) who will be studying Law at Durham University. 

Precious Mintah-Baah (ABC) who will studying Pharmacy at Brighton. 

The sixth form is delighted to have achieved another year of Level 3 success. This includes a 100% pass rate in the Sport & Physical Activity and Health & Social Care courses, with those taking the extended diploma (equivalent to 3 A Levels) achieving an average grade of Distinction*.

Key Level 3 student successes include: 

Oliva Jackson, triple Distinction* in Sport & Physical Activity and C in Criminology 

James Dunn, triple Distinction* in Sport & Physical Activity. James has also signed a professional football contract 

Hollie Huntingdon, double Distinction* in Health & Social Care and B in Psychology who will be studying Psychology at UEA 

Darren Hollingsworth, Principal said: 

“This year’s results represent the strongest outcomes KES has achieved in many years, and we couldn’t be prouder. 

These results are a testament to the resilience, ambition, and dedication of our students, as well as the unwavering support of our staff and families. It is incredibly rewarding to see their hard work and determination reflected in these excellent results. 

Whether they are moving on to university, apprenticeships, or employment, we wish each and every one of them success and happiness in the exciting journeys ahead. We congratulate all our Year 13 students and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in the future.” 

These results mean that this is the seventh successive year that once again 100% of students achieved a place at university, an apprenticeship or full-time employment. 

Alistair White, Head of Sixth Form said: 

“We are extremely proud of our Year 13 students. We all become incredibly invested in every student’s future and we understand first-hand how hard they have worked to get where they are today.  

I am delighted for our Royal Gold Medal winner, who has achieved some truly outstanding results and fulfilled her ambition of studying English at Durham 

I am equally pleased that we have once again supported each one of our students in achieving their next step. We wish them all the very best for the future - we can’t wait to see what it holds for them!” 

Open Day 

King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form will be hosting its annual Open Day on Thursday 16th October from 5:30pm to 8pm and encourage those interested in applying for the sixth form to attend for a tour of its magnificent building and state-of-the-art facilities, and speak to current students, teachers, and the principal.