Digitech Studio School Bristol has been celebrating the achievements of its students in their post-16 qualifications.
The school, which works in partnership with Boomsatsuma, Robins Foundation and Bristol School of Acting saw 60 students achieved the highest grades in media, game design, art, acting and dance. Many will do courses and apprenticeships in these specialist areas.
Chris Ballard, the school’s principal, said: “We are immensely proud of all of our graduating Year 13 students’ achievements and outcomes. We congratulate all students and look forward to hearing about their success in the future as they move on to the next part of their journey in higher education, apprenticeships or employment.”
Luke Fazackerley, Boomsatsuma head of college, said: “The superb graduating class of ‘24 have put a lot of hard work and effort into their studies. These students have produced excellent work throughout, met live client briefs with enthusiasm and professionalism, with a great team of tutors pushing students to create outcomes beyond their years.
Polly Wardle, Robins Foundation Head of Education, said: “Our strong relationship with CLF and Digitech Studio School underpins our successes and we are very grateful for their ongoing support.
Results included 92% of students achieving a Distinction* or Distinction in the Level 3 Extended Diploma in professional acting.
Stuart Wood, Bristol School of acting head of school said: “The results are exceptional on every level and are a testament to the talent, discipline, and generosity of spirit shown by this remarkable group.”
The future’s bright
Cabot Learning Federation’s Post-16 students have achieved well in A-levels and vocational qualifications. High numbers have been successful in securing university places as well as apprenticeships and employment.
Kath Cooper, principal of CLF Post-16, said: “It has been a joy to see such happiness from students and their results and delight with them as they plan and accept their next steps, an exciting time for all. The students have worked so very hard across the two years and they deserve to celebrate their success.”
Among this year’s cohort there are some amazing success stories:
Blue (Siam) Chuaibamrung has accepted a place to study physics at University of Bristol. Blue is just 17 years old and self-taught GCSEs in Thailand. He achieved four A levels.
Lucca Bacca has accepted a place studying Motorsport Engineering at Oxford Brookes University while he awaits the outcome of his interview to join the armed forces.
Rattapong Gosney has secured an apprenticeship for decorating with a company and training through SGS.
Latalia Williams has secured a place at Birmingham City University to study midwifery.
Steve Taylor, CLF chief executive, said: “There are some extraordinary stories of young people achieving well against the odds, showing the tenacity and commitment to invest in themselves and their futures. Well done to them and thank you to the many colleagues who have nurtured their potential.”
CLF hails GCSE students’ successes
CABOT Learning Federation is celebrating GCSE success at its three schools in our area: Hanham Woods Academy, John Cabot Academy and Digitech Studio School Bristol.
Everyone at Hanham Woods is extremely proud of the Class of 2024. Their outcomes are a result of the hard work and dedication shown, not only during Year 11 but throughout their time at the Academy.
Some notable results include:
- Lily-Mae: 9, 9, 9, 9, 8, 8, 8, 8, 6
- Amy: Dist*, 9, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7
- Emily: 9, 8, 7, 7, 7, 7, 7, 6, 6
Principal Steve O’Callaghan said: “As these students move on to the next chapter of their education, we hope they continue to climb the mountain to become the best version of themselves. We wish all students the very best for their next steps.”
John Cabot Academy is pleased to announce another year of outstanding achievements. This year 79% achieved a grade 4 or above in English and Maths and 60% achieved at least 5 in both subjects.
Kate Willis, principal, said: “We are incredibly proud of all the hard work and achievements of our students. Our teachers have worked tirelessly to engage, challenge and motivate our students so that when they leave us they have a strong sense of self, place and the agency to fulfil their potential. I would like to thank parents and carers for their support for our academy, one another and their children over the last five years.”
Digitech Studio School Bristol is pleased to report a set of strong outcomes by its students in GCSEs and vocational qualifications. The grades achieved are testament to the hard work, commitment and resilience the students have demonstrated over the past two years at Digitech. The results in the creative and digital vocational subjects, which underpin the specialist curriculum at Digitech, have been excellent again this year.
Chris Ballard, the school’s principal, said: “We want to congratulate all of our Year 11 students and are extremely proud of all their work, achievements and outcomes.
“Worthy of special mention are Alex Mapson, Louisa Davis, Oscar Patterson, Oliver Pincott, Iolo Breakspear-Purcell, Miles Giles, Chloe Little, Siri Makela, Marnie Tickner and Leah Lewis, all of whom achieved a particularly impressive array of qualifications.
“Thank you to all the staff who have worked tirelessly to ensure all of our students are able to progress onto their next steps.”
SGS results ‘impressive’
STUDENTS at SGS Sixth form have achieved an “impressive set” of A-level, T-level and BTEC results, say tutors.
The college in Filton says 75% of learners attained grades A-C in their A-levels, with 70.6% achieving an A or A in maths, 77.5% achieving A-B in psychology and 89.5% gaining an A-C grade in biology.
The college described overall pass rates as “strong”, with 97.3% of candidates achieving a grade in all of their qualifications.
The first T-level students, who studied the new qualification combining classroom learning and workplace experience, achieved a 100% pass rate.
Performances on BTEC courses were described as “excellent”, with all students achieving pass grades and 60% of learners being awarded distinction or distinction* profiles.
South Gloucestershire and Stroud college has six main campuses, with around 3,800 learners aged 16 to 18, the same number of adult learners and 900 apprentices.
Head of SGS Sixth (academic) Becky Riddell said: “I am delighted with the achievements of each and every one of our learners. The grades they have achieved and the distance each learner has travelled is testament to their hard work, dedication and commitment to their studies at SGS.
“It is important to acknowledge our fantastic curriculum teachers and wider support teams, including our heads of year and well-being team who have contributed to the academic success. Without them, we wouldn’t be where we are today.”
St Brendan’s celebrates
SIXTH form college St Brendan’s says its students’ A-level and BTEC results are a “tremendous success”.
The college in Brislington, which draws sixth form students from across the region, had more than 900 people collecting results on August 15.
Leaders said the overall A-level pass rate was above 95%, including 629 “high grade” passes.
The college has also seen another increase in BTEC grades, with 287 Level 3 BTEC and Applied General courses either distinction or distinction*.
A spokesperson for the college said the students had performed well despite the disruption they had experienced in their education during the pandemic and subsequent years, and a toughening of grade boundaries.
The college said a record number of students had secured apprenticeships in fields including accounting, law, computing and engineering, with employers across the region including Airbus, Burges Salmon, BT and the NHS.
Principal Marian Curran said: “I am immensely proud of each and every one of our students for their outstanding achievements.
“Their hard work, determination, and unwavering spirit have resulted in excellent results.
“Not only have they excelled academically here at St Brendan’s, they have also become well-rounded individuals, ready to embrace the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.
“I would also like to extend my heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated staff for their tireless efforts in shaping the future of our students.
“The success of our students is a true reflection of the collective commitment of our entire college community.”