The wait is now over for nervous college and sixth form students across Northern Lincolnshire anxiously awaiting their A-level results. And, the picture is looking good, with reports of record breaking results and personal success stories across the area. As always, our reporters have been out and about speaking to staff and students alike, to bring you all the headline figures and stories of individual achievements. Further coverage will also appear in a free bumper 12-page special, so make sure you pick up your Grimsby Telegraph on Tuesday.
Oasis Immingham Academy has not been included in our coverage, as the school declined to release any information about this year's A-levels, adding that students were able to pick up their results online.
PICTURES: A-level results day round-up
Tollbar Academy
BRIGHT futures beckon for students at Tollbar Sixth Form College after celebrating a 99.8 per cent pass rate in their A-levels.
Of the 142 students, 95 per cent achieved three or more A-levels, with more than half achieving the top grades of A* to B.
One hundred per cent of students achieved at least two A-levels, and more than 80 per cent achieved grades A* to C.
Among those celebrating top results was Stephen Naulls, 18, from Immingham, who is set to study medicine at Imperial College London.
He secured the place after gaining A* grades in biology and chemistry and an A in history.
PICTURES: A-level results day at Tollbar Sixth Form College
Stephen said: "I was quite worried about my history results so I'm delighted with the grades I've achieved.
"Medicine is the career that best encompasses my love of science and my desire to help people, so I'm really looking forward to starting my course in October.
"I can't wait to go out with my friends tonight and celebrate."
Stephen Moon, principal of the sixth form, said: "We are very proud of the achievements of the students.
"Their success reflects the hard work and commitment from both the students and the staff over the last two years."
Jo Creese, Director of Tollbar Sixth Form College, said: "This is a wonderful achievement for our students, who once again have performed magnificently in some very difficult subject areas. The majority will have achieved their first or second place universities and we are extremely proud of their hard work and dedication."
Stephen Moon, Principal of the Academy, said "We are very proud of the achievements of the students. Their success reflects the hard work and commitment from both the students and the staff over the last two years."
Franklin College
STUDENTS at Franklin are celebrating an "outstanding" set of A-level results, with a pass rate in excess of 99 per cent.
More than 40 courses achieved a 100 per cent pass rate, while more than half the students on 20 of those courses achieved grades A* to B.
Among the high achievers were Sarah Withers and Jess Gostelow, both 18, who are both set to pursue careers in science.
PICTURES: A-level results day at Franklin College
Jess, from Cleethorpes, will study medicine at the University Of Durham after achieving an A* in biology and As in chemistry, maths and extended project.
She said: "I can't wait to relax and go to sleep now I've got my results – I didn't sleep a wink last night!
"I honestly didn't think my results would be as good as they are. I thought I'd been given somebody else's.
"I'd love to become either a GP or a neurologist in the future."
Sarah, from New Waltham, will study pharmacology at the University Of Manchester after receiving an A* in biology, B in chemistry and A in her extended project.
She said: "I thought I wanted to do a history degree until I started Franklin and discovered how much I love biology.
"I feel so happy."
Principal Trevor Wray said: "This set of results demonstrates what we already know, Franklin is a great place to study and stretch potential.
"I am so pleased that we are once again celebrating a magnificent set of results."
Havelock Academy
STUDENTS at Havelock Academy are celebrating a successful year – with more A* to B grades awarded than last year, and the average UCAS points per pupil rocketing by 120 points to 545.
Michal Dzieweczwnski has become the first student in the school's history to successfully apply to study medicine at university.
He will be heading to Newcastle University having achieved A* in biology and chemistry and a B in maths.
The school has celebrated some record-breaking results, with Casey Spall, 19, gaining 590 UCAS points – the most the academy has ever seen.
Of all exams taken, 27 per cent of candidates were awarded A* to B grades, while the number of students gaining three or more A-Levels had risen from 38 per cent to 50 per cent.
The academy's principal Nigel Whittle said: "It has been a real honour to see our students celebrate their successes.
"On a personal level, I take real delight in knowing that each year we are seeing more young people getting the grades they need.
"Compared to last year, more A* to B grades have been awarded.
"The average points per pupil has rocketed by 120 points and the number of students achieving three or more A-levels has risen by just over a third on last year.
"Our plans for our sixth form are also very exciting. New buildings, enhanced courses and a real focus on continuing to provide enrichment opportunities that make UCAS forms really stand out are all at the forefront of our thinking.
"I wish every one of our students who are leaving us today the best of luck for the future, and challenge those students who will be opening their envelopes next year to emulate and exceed the impressive individual successes we have seen today."
Maria Hargreaves, head of sixth form, added: "The school has done really well.
"Our biggest success story has been three stand-out students, who are among the best we have ever had here.
"We are so proud of all the students who have worked so hard.
"They deserve their results."
The third big achiever was Rhianna Joyner, 18, who walked away with two A*s, an A and a B.
She is now getting ready to start at Keele University, where she will study psychology and neuro-science.
She said: "I did really well, a lot better than expected.
"So I'm over the moon with my results. I couldn't really sleep that well and I kept waking up through the night to check my phone."
Twenty-four out of 30 students applying for a university place were successful, while the other six applied to go through clearing.
De Aston School
DE ASTON School's sixth formers were commended for their excellent individual A-level performances.
Overall the A*-E pass rate was 99 per cent, with an excellent 49 per cent of De Aston students achieving the equivalent of at least one A grade at A Level.
Caistor Grammar School
THERE was much jubilation at Caistor Grammar School as Headmaster, Roger Hale, described the 2014 A level results as among the best ever in the School's history.
The highlights include 76.4 per cent of all results being A*-B (including general studies) and 47.5 per cent of all grades being at A* or A.
Once again, as reported, the pass rate at the school was 100 per cent, with every student gaining at least four passes.
Cordeaux Academy
Cordeaux Post 16 students were celebrating resounding successes in their recent examinations and assessments.
A quarter of all A-level grades were at A*-B with a 93 per cent pass rate.
Amongst the most impressive achievements were the outstanding A* grades in business for Abi Beaney, Rosie Taylor and Sarah Tobin.
Monks' Dyke Tennyson College
Principal Mike Eyre, said: "The excellent results are testament to the hard work put in by both students and their teachers.
"Overall, the pass rate for BTEC results was 100 per cent and for A Level results it was 99 per cent - fantastic!
"I am proud of our students and their achievements and I would like to wish them every success in whatever they choose to do next in their careers."
King Edward VI Grammar School
Headteacher of King Edward VI Grammar School, James Lascelles said this year had seen pupils achieve the highest average UCAS points score in the school's history, of 407.
He said: "These A level results are a real testament to the collaborative and supportive relationships that exist here between the staff and the pupils.
"In many ways this year group personifies what we stand for as a school – excellent results, combined with outstanding contributions to the wider life of the school and community."
Oasis Academy Immingham
The academy has declined to release any details about this year's results, adding students are able to access their own results online.
St James' School
JUST eight students at St James School completed their A-levels this year – including international students from Italy, Hong Kong and China.
And John Hampson, head of senior school at the Bargate school, said staff and pupils alike were "delighted".
He said: "We are delighted with our A-level results this year.
"Among our star performers were Eden Edmonds from Grimsby, who gained an A* in mathematics and B grades in biology, chemistry and English literature.
"Eden is looking forward to starting her zoology course at Leeds University in September.
"We are also very pleased for Jonathan Kwok, a boarding student from Hong Kong, who gained an A* in mathematics and a B in further mathematics, securing his place at Exeter to study financial accounting.
"We would like to wish all of our students good luck with their future studies at their chosen universities."
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