Earlier today [Thursday, 14 August], students at St John Plessington Catholic College in Bebington celebrated receiving their A-level and BTEC results.
From 8am, students and their families filled the school hall, eager to find out the results following two years of hard work and dedication. Staff were also on hand to offer their congratulations, as well as expertise to students who had questions about their results and next steps.
St John Plessington Catholic College, which is part of Holy Family Catholic Multi Academy Trust, has reported that provisional data shows significant improvement in the progress that our students achieve at Key Stage 5, which continues to improve year on year.
91% of students have been successful in securing their first choice university course, compared to 82% nationally.
60 per cent of A-level grades this year were grades A* – C, while 95 per cent of grades were A* – E. The school also achieved a 100 per cent pass rate in its vocational subjects, with 70.7 per cent of grades at Distinction* / Distinction, and 100 per cent securing Merit and above.
Amongst the many incredible achievements were those of:
Isobel Barlow achieved a Distinction* in Media Studies, an A in sociology and a B in Art and Design. Isobel is going to study animation at Edge Hill University.
Peter Nielsen-Scott secured A*, A, A in maths, biology and physics, respectively. Peter has gained the entry criteria to study mechanical engineering at the University of Liverpool, but may seek degree apprenticeship in this field or something similar.
Peter said: “I am very pleased with the results and I am looking forward to starting my university course. Thank you to my teachers for all of their support. I couldn’t have done it without you.”
Thomas Marshall achieved A, B, B in maths, geography and physics, respectively. Thomas will be heading to the University of Liverpool to study mechanical engineering.
Thomas commented: “I am thrilled with my results and I am so excited for the next stage of my journey at the University of Liverpool.”
Sinead Walsh received a Distinction in Health and Social care, a Distinction in Media Studies and a C in Sociology. Sinead plans to study Criminology at Edge Hill University.
Jacob Fox-Thomas achieved a Distinction* in Business Studies, a B in History and a C in Maths. Jacob is going to study business at the University of Liverpool.
Sophie Smith secured a B in English and a B in History, as well as a Distinction* in Business Studies. Sophie will go on to study history at the University of Liverpool..
Thomas Greaves achieved Distinctions across all his subjects: information technology, business studies and science. Thomas has secured himself an apprenticeship and will be continuing his learning in the workplace.
Guiliana Frigo received A*, B, C in Art, History and Maths, respectively. Guiliana plans to study architecture at UCL.
Senior Assistant Headteacher and Director of Sixth Form, Mrs Alison Lock, said: “It has been a delight to welcome our Sixth Form students back to school this morning for one last time and celebrate their brilliant results. I am incredibly proud of all they have achieved, and they should be too.
“Today’s results are testament to the commitment students have shown towards their studies over the past two years and I am delighted that they’re now able to reap the rewards of their hard work. Well done, class of 2025!”
Mr Peadar McLoughlin, headteacher of St John Plessington Catholic College, added: “I would like to congratulate all St John Plessington students who collected their A-level and BTEC results today. Our students have lived our values of pride and determination since starting sixth form in 2023, and it’s been fantastic to celebrate their fantastic outcomes this morning.
“On behalf of all St John Plessington staff and governors, I wish every student the very best of luck in their future endeavours.”