The overall A level average grade at T6 Sixth Form in Lacy Road, Middlesbrough, increased between 2023 and 2024.
This is echoed in an increased average points score, rising from 28.09 (2023) to 30.65 (2024). Similarly, students achieved a 91% pass rate across all A levels, up 9% on last year.
The newly launched Extended Project Qualification was a resounding success, with 66% of students achieving an A/A* grade.
Significant improvements were seen in A level Biology, English Language, English Literature and Law – with average grade measures rising by one or more grades.
The proportion of students who received AAB in two facilitating subjects increased by 10%. Similarly strong performances were seen in BTEC subjects.
Head of sixth form Phillip Scarr said: “We are immensely proud of our students’ achievements.
“Exam success is testament to our students’ character. This cohort has withstood the lockdown disruption in Years 9, 10 and 11, owing to the pandemic.
“Thanks also goes to our amazing T6 staff, who have shown resilience, care and expertise in equal measure to ensure students fulfil their potential.
“I wish our Year 13 cohort all the best for their future.”
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Sophie secures her place at Medical School
Sophie Rashid showed resilience throughout her time at T6 Sixth Form to secure Medicine at Manchester University.
Sophie earned As in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics. As part of her enrichment she completed an Extended Project on breast cancer, for which she earned an A* grade.
Sophie attended St Edward’s Catholic Primary School and Trinity Catholic College before choosing T6 as her further education provider. Throughout this time Sophie has shown outstanding dedication to her studies and unrelenting support for our ethos and standards.
Sophie said: “I am relieved and glad all my hard work has paid off. I have really enjoyed my time as part of the NPCAT family from primary school through to T6. I would also like to thank all my teachers for their help and support.”
History buff Joseph heads off to Durham
Joseph Roche
Joseph Roche excelled in his T6 studies to gain a place at Durham University where he will study English Literature.
Joseph secured an A* in History and A grades in English Language, English Literature and his Extended Project.
Joseph’s NEA piece for A Level History featured an outstanding essay on Tsarist and Soviet Economic Development. His Extended Project focused on History curriculum content at secondary level in local schools. This is testament to his passion for teaching and education.
Joseph attended Outwood Academy Acklam Secondary School before choosing T6 as his further education provider. In his time here he has thrived both in and out of the classroom, supporting the sixth form through the oracy skills he has developed in his time here.
Joseph said: “I am very proud and have exceeded my expectations in my A level results. I would like to thank all my teachers and a special thanks to my mum.”
Soccer ace Will scores place on sports course
Will Gatiss
T6 Football Academy student Will Gatiss earned top grades and is looking forward to a career in Sport at Teesside University.
Will chose to join T6 Sixth Form from Laurence Jackson Secondary School in Guisborough to gain first-class academic qualifications while also developing his football career.
Will achieved a Double Distinction in Double BTEC Sport and a Distinction in BTEC Business. His teachers are thrilled with Will’s well-deserved success.
Head of T6 Football Academy Dave McTiernan said: “Will has always been a joy to work with and was instrumental in contributing to the team winning the league in Year 2. He has always been a hugely valued member of the Football Academy, both on and off the pitch.”
Will said: “I am very happy with the results I have achieved, and I am excited about my next steps in sport at Teesside University. I would like to thank all my teachers and a special thank you to the T6 Football coaching team.”
Hard work pays off for gifted Paige
Paige Heseltine combined natural academic flair with endeavour to achieve outstanding A Level Results.
Paige achieved an A* grade in Chemistry, an A in Mathematics and a B in Physics. Paige has spent all her education in the NPCAT family, attending St Joseph’s Catholic Primary School and Trinity Catholic College Secondary School.
Paige will use these excellent grades to go on to study Chemistry at the University of York.
“I am delighted with my A Level results and would like to thank all my teachers and T6 staff,” she said.
