St Peter’s celebrates success in A Level results

Pupils at St Peter’s School were celebrating today after receiving their A Level results.

Over 80% of grades were at A* to B with 48% at A* to A, with over a quarter of the cohort achieving three or more A Levels at A* to A. St Peter’s has also seen an increase of grades at A* to A and A* to B from last year. 

STEM subjects across the board have had a very impressive year, with subjects such as DT, Maths and Physics securing over half of their results at A*/A. Our most popular A Level this year was Mathematics, with 48 pupils in the cohort and 65% achieving an A* or A and all those taking Further Mathematics achieving A* to B.

Art also saw an impressive 7 A*s, and 100% of pupils achieving A*-B, and two pupils, Alice and Nadia recognised as national top performers. Modern Foreign Languages saw 80% of grades at A* to A.

The school is proud of the achievements of all pupils, and amongst the excellent results overall, there have been some outstanding individual performances.

Amelia achieved A*A*A, as well as being an accomplished musician and actor, and confirmed her place at The University of Cambridge to study Theology, Religion, and Philosophy of Religion.

Ethan received A*s in DT, Mathematics and Physics, and an A in Chemistry. An exceptional STEM student, this year Ethan entered his DT A Level coursework into the National Technology, Design and Innovation competition and will be studying Mechanical Engineering at Durham.

Max secured 3 A*s in Drama, English and Religious Studies.

Oliver was very pleased with his results of 3A*s in Maths, Physics and Biology. Another set of very impressive STEM results, Oliver will be attending Durham University to study General Engineering.

William W received his 3 A*s in Economics, Maths and Physics. He will now go on to study Economics at The University of Edinburgh. 

A previous winner of the prestigious Arkwright Scholarship, Scarlett received A*AA in Chemistry, Maths and Physics. She is planning to study Chemical engineering in London.

In addition to winning the St Peter’s Award this year, Will M-K gained an impressive four A Levels and one AS, comprising A*AAA and A in Economics, French, Mathematics, Music and Further Maths. Will is a true St Peter’s all rounder, consistently achieving incredible academic results (including twelve 9s at GCSE) whilst performing at the highest level in music. Will was BBC Young Chorister of the Year, and holds a Grade 8 in singing, trumpet and piano, and his excellent A Level Music anthem was performed at the School’s Commemoration Service this year. 

Chihiro received A*A*AA in Maths, Further Maths, Physics and Chemistry and will be continuing her studies at The University of Edinburgh in Physics.

Cris G-L was thrilled with his AAA results and acceptance to Durham University, which he achieved alongside competing with the school team for the School’s National Cricket Final this year, which they went on to win in a spectacular final at Lord’s Cricket Ground. The players balanced their studies with intense training, and it’s an incredible accomplishment to leave us with both brilliant grades and a National Title.

Such strong results have meant pupils are moving onto excellent opportunities with well over two thirds to Russell Group and other highly competitive universities in the UK and overseas. For the first year, we have seen Durham University as the most popular choice for our pupils, with an impressive 15 pupils gaining a place there in September.

Jeremy Walker, Head Master says:

“I congratulate all of our Upper Sixth pupils on their results today.

The pupils and their teachers should be proud of the work they have put in over the last two years, and the results they have achieved.

Alongside achieving excellence in their academic studies, life at St Peter’s is about so much more, and the vast range of co-curricular interests and achievements in sport, music, drama, journalism and debating this year have been exceptional.

I would also like to take to express gratitude to all my colleagues who work tirelessly every year to uphold the highest academic and pastoral standards.

As our new Old Peterites take their next steps, whether that be into further education or elsewhere, I have confidence that the friendships they have made, the skills they have acquired and the values and interests they have developed during their time at St Peter’s will lead them to make a positive impact in the world.

I wish them all the best of luck for the future and look forward to hearing of their many successes.”