2023 A-Level Results

2023 A-Level Outcomes at Heathfield Community College

Through their own phenomenal hard work and commitment, and their exceptional partnership with their teachers, Year 13 have secured some fantastic outcomes this year. They are now able to enjoy the fruits of that hard work, taking up their places on some of the most competitive and aspirational courses available.

In an increase on even recent years’ high achievements, 33% of students applying for University this year have successfully gained places at Russell Group universities across the country. Our most popular subjects for University progression include STEM (Science, Technology Engineering and Maths) (30%), Social Science (20%), Art & Design (15%) and Humanities (12%) which reflect great performances in range of subjects at the College.

Alongside of students progressing into University a large number are continuing into other routes including the Police and RAF as well as apprenticeships in areas such as accounting and engineering. Congratulations to, Isabelle Cottrell, Hazel Fox, Sian Sanger, Ollie Smith.

We continue to support a number of very talented students into Art Foundation courses which enable them to develop skills and build portfolios for the creative industries. Some students are also taking time away from education following their success, taking a Gap Year with employment and travel opportunities in this country and abroad.

Students collecting A-Level results this year were those whose GCSE results were Teacher Assessed Grades in the midst of the Covid Pandemic making their A Levels the first external exams they had sat. Their journey to this point has been complex and challenging for them. This year has also seen grade boundaries returned to pre-pandemic levels and outcomes falling nationally to enable the post-Covid reset.

The grades achieved and their destinations are a credit to them and their staff, they have exceeded national benchmarks in many ways, overcoming the many obstacles in their path and working hard to achieve their goals. All staff at Heathfield Community College are exceptionally proud of Year 13 and the hard work that they have consistently shown. They can be proud of themselves, their outcomes and their aspirational progression routes. We congratulate all our students and celebrate the hard work that they have shown to get to this point, along with the relentless support of their parents and carers.

Notable student successes include:

  • Emilia Hudson (A*, A*, A*), Biochemistry, University of Nottingham
  • Saffron McGain (A*,A, A) currently taking a gap year
  • Isabel Murphy (A*, A, A), studying History and Sociology, University of Sheffield
  • Marcia Stubbings (A, A, A, A), studying Physics with Astrophysics, University of Warwick
  • Oli Sargent (A*, A, A, A in EPQ), studying Biology, University of Bath
  • Iona Taylor (A*, A, A), studying Modern Languages and Politics, University of Leeds
  • Charlotte Carpenter (A*,A*,A), studying Biology, Loughborough University
  • Bethany Casse (A*,A, B), studying English and Modern Languages and Cultures, University of Sheffield
  • Freya Flagg (A*, A*, A and A* in EPQ), studying Physics, University of Southampton
  • Zack Goldsmith (A*, A*, A*, B), studying Civil Engineering, University of Southampton
  • Ethan Whymark (A, A, B), studying Computer Science, University of Sheffield (2024)
  • Lola Ellis (A*, A*, C) progressing onto Art Foundation
  • Joseph Goodsell (A*, D*, B), taking a gap year before studying Product Design, Middlesex
  • Bree Bailey (A, A, B), studying Physics with Astrophysics, University of Sussex
  • Polly Bennett (A, A, B, A* in EPQ), studying Cellular and Molecular Medicine, University of Sussex
  • Catherine Hamilton (A, A, B), studying Psychology, University of York
  • Ethan Huggett (A, A, B, C), studying Data Science with a year in industry, University of Bristol
  • Henry Millet (A, A, B) progressing onto Art Foundation
  • Aliesha Pooley (A, B, B, A in EPQ), studying Childhood and Youth Studies, University of Winchester
  • James Cassidy (A, B, B) studying Economics with International Finance and Banking, Nottingham Trent University
  • Finn Gately (A, A, A), studying Aeronautical and Astronautics / Spacecraft Engineering, University of Southampton
  • Freya Molineaux (A*, B, B), studying Biomedical Sciences, University of Southampton
  • Bethany Hutchinson (A*, D*, B, B), studying Fashion, Communication and Promotion, Norwich University of the Arts

In addition to the 2023 cohort, a number of students from 2022 have secured places this year on courses across the country. This includes Medicine, Graphic Design, Politics and International Relations, Psychology and Marketing.

Director of Sixth Form, Paul Evason and Head of Year 12 and 13 Samantha White, said “Following the disruption of the past few years, students in Year 13 should be immensely proud of their achievements. These are the first formal examinations they have taken and they rose to the challenge showing resilience and determination. The results achieved will support students with progressing onto their onward destinations whether this be locally or further afield. We wish them well and look forward to the impact they can have as Alumni of the College”.

Headteacher Caroline Barlow said, “We are incredibly proud of our students and what they have achieved based on how hard they have worked. They have been true to their aspirations which are varied and ambitious, showing real character and self-belief. We are delighted for them and their equally hard-working parents and carers who have supported them through this time! Congratulations to all.”

Continuing the partnership: Heathfield Alumni

We pride ourselves on our thriving and engaged community which extends beyond the school gates and is a valued part of students’ lives long after they leave. Heathfield Alumni play an important role in sustaining and developing our happy and successful environment, where students gain a range of rich experiences and opportunities. See here for more information and to register: https://www.heathfieldcc.co.uk/?page_id=1298338