City of Oxford College and University Centre would like to congratulate the 109 students who passed their A Level qualifications today. The college celebrates a 97.4% pass rate, 3.6% up on last year.
Fourteen of the 20 A Level subjects at City of Oxford College and University Centre secured 100% pass rates.
The City of Oxford College and University Centre Business Studies A Level subject maintained a 100% pass rate for the fourth year, 11.6% higher than last year’s national average.
Other notable A Level subjects that achieved a 100% pass rate include:
- Computing, 8% higher than last year’s national average.
- Law, 6.1% higher than last year’s national average.
- Chemistry, 4 .7% higher than last year’s national average.
Hannah O’Neill, Group Director of Academic Studies Faculty and City of Oxford College and University Centre, said: “We are immensely proud of our A Level learners at City of Oxford College and University Centre, who have worked tirelessly to achieve their goals.
“Many have overcome challenges along the way, demonstrating resilience and commitment to success. We wish every learner the best of luck for their next steps.
“I would also like to thank the fantastic team of teachers, support staff and managers who have nurtured our learners through their studies. Their hard work and dedication to our Learning Philosophy enables our learners to succeed and grow.
“There will be students across the country who have not achieved their desired outcomes and feel disappointed, but I urge these individuals to use this feeling as motivation to keep working hard, and to be open to new opportunities to develop and learn.”
James Singh was one of the college’s top performers, achieving A* grades in Maths and Physics and an A grade in Chemistry. He will now take up an offer from the University of York where he will study Maths.
James said: “I’m really pleased with what I got, and I feel relieved to be honest. I did expect the grades as I’d worked hard.”
“I want to thank my teachers very much, I really appreciate them, and they’ve all been very helpful, especially my Chemistry teachers, Sumaira and Arthur, and my Maths teacher, Seyed.”
“College was a really good experience, and I really enjoyed it. I didn’t really like secondary school that much, but I really enjoyed college.”
Ostyn Bendall-Smith achieved an A* grade in Law and 2 A grades in Psychology and Sociology. He is working as a Teaching Assistant and will take up an offer to study Education Studies with SEN next academic year.
“I am so happy with my grades. I did so much better than I thought I did, and I am going to university and it’s going to be great! I’m going out with my family for dinner to celebrate, they’re so proud.”
“I needed BBC for Oxford Brookes University and with the better grades, I may reapply next year to Cardiff University as I have the grades now too, but I haven’t decided yet.
“I loved being at college and would recommend it to other people. The transition from school to college was great, you’re treated like an adult, and you’ve got more freedom over what you’re doing.
“Psychology was my favourite subject, I found it really interesting. My teachers were all really lovely and supportive. I have communication needs, and they were all really helpful and understanding and adapted the way they were teaching to help me.”
Armin Csizmadia achieved 3 A grades in Art and Design, Media and Psychology. He will now take up an offer from the University of Reading where he will study a Double Major Art and Psychology programme.
Armin said: “I got A grades! I was amazed, especially with the media grade, as I’d been unwell during the exam. I’m really looking forward to university now.”
“Psychology was the subject I found most interesting, and I really liked it. Art was my favourite subject because of my amazing teacher, Aimee, and all I achieved this year; it holds a special place in my heart.
“I would like to thank Aimee for her honesty and straightforward communication style and for supporting me to achieve the grades I needed. She made art a really happy subject.
“I’d recommend City of Oxford College and University Centre as the top college for art, as there are amazing opportunities, you can do everything there. There are amazing studios, cameras and teachers.”
Daniel Asztalos achieved an A* grade in Business Studies and A grades in Psychology and Sociology. He will now take up an offer from Thames Valley Police to begin a degree apprenticeship programme.
Daniel said: “I am over the moon, I put in a lot of effort, so it didn’t come as a shock. I knew I could do it and although I had some setbacks, I’m very happy with the results.
“I’m going to be a police officer, so I’m doing the degree apprenticeship and will start in October.
“I’d like to thank my teachers. It’s been a tough year, but I thank you for all your support.”
Ellie Ryan achieved an A* in English Literature, an A grade in Psychology and a B grade in Sociology. She will now take up an offer from the University of Bath where she will study Psychology.
Ellie said: “I am feeling relieved, like a weight has been lifted. I want to say thank you to everyone who helped me along the way at college, whether that was academically or emotionally.
“Psychology was by far my favourite subject, as it’s the subject I have the most interest in; human behaviour is fascinating to me.
“I would recommend City of Oxford College and University Centre. It is an inviting and comfortable atmosphere full of people who wish you every success.”
Cheri Ashby, Deputy Chief Executive Officer at Activate Learning, said: “Today we are celebrating the fantastic achievements of so many of our A Level students who received their results this morning.
“The incredible effort, resilience and commitment shown by our students has been recognised today. On behalf of Activate Learning, we would like to extend our heartfelt congratulations and wish you every success in the next stage of your journey.
“We are particularly proud of the significant grade improvements this year across the Activate Learning group, which is a testament to the efforts of our students and teachers, overall:
- 97.6% of students that took an exam got a grade, an increase of 3.7% on last year.
- High grades have increased – A* grades are 1.9%, A-B are 7%, and A-C are 14.5% higher than last year.
- 12 subjects achieved a 100% pass rate
“We are incredibly grateful to our hardworking managers, teachers and support staff for their dedication in supporting our students to achieve these excellent results.
“We are constantly overwhelmed by their relentless determination, energy and commitment to ensuring our students successfully progress onto higher levels of study or employment. They are inspiring Learning Philosophy role models for our students.”
City of Oxford College and University Centre offer a wide range of A Level subjects. These include Art and Design, Biology, Business Studies, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, English Literature, Further Mathematics, Geography, History, Law, Mathematics, Media, Philosophy and Religious Studies, Photography, Physics, Politics, Psychology, and Sociology.
Graduating students are invited to join the Activate Learning Alumni network, which celebrates and recognises the achievements of former students and apprentices. Activate Alumni promotes lasting connections, lifelong learning opportunities, and giving back. Graduates will receive regular communications on upcoming opportunities, exclusive alumni benefits and Activate Learning community news.
Activate Learning offers Higher Education programmes in Oxfordshire for students progressing from A Levels, including degree subjects ranging from Computing, Digital Technologies, Furniture Design and Make, and Sports Coaching, Fitness and Rehabilitation and Apprenticeship opportunities. Learn more on the college website or contact Activate Learning on 0800 612 6008.