The Department for Education has released data demonstrating Truro and Penwith College's exceptional A Level results.
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Truro and Penwith College is once again celebrating the incredible achievements of its A Level students, as recently published Government data confirms the College is the top performing college in Cornwall and ranks among the very best in the UK.
The Department for Education data revealed that almost 900 A Level students at the College achieved fantastic results last summer. Many have since progressed to leading universities and exciting careers.
Truro and Penwith College’s A Level students achieved an average grade of B-, well above the national average and far surpassing other local providers, including the next ranked college with an average grade of C-.
The College’s progress score of 0.11 also highlights how much further students go at Truro and Penwith College, underlining the exceptional teaching and support they receive. Last year, A Level learners at Truro and Penwith College collectively achieved over 700 A*-A grades and almost 1500 A*-B grades. This success has seen over 1,000 students secure their first-choice university place in 2024, opening doors to bright futures across the country.
Success stories include students progressing to study Medicine at the University of Bristol, Law at University of Exeter, Mathematics at the University of Cambridge, Engineering at the University of Bath, History at the University of Oxford and Creative Arts at Falmouth University, while others have secured prestigious apprenticeships and employment opportunities with major employers such as the NHS and Babcock International. Amelia, who received an offer from the University of Oxford to study Law, commented: “I’ve been planning to go to the University of Oxford since I was about 12 years old. I am so happy to have been accepted. I couldn’t have done any of it without the help of the law department and my amazing law teacher Lara who has done so much to help me achieve this.”
In total, the College recorded a 100% pass rate in 54 academic and vocational subjects, including Health and Social Care, Travel and Tourism, Creative Media, and more, reinforcing Truro and Penwith College’s reputation as a centre of academic excellence.
This fantastic news follows hot on the heels of the College’s recent Ofsted inspection, where its provision for 16-19-year-olds (Education Programmes for Young People) was awarded an Outstanding grade, as well as further Outstanding judgements in Behaviours and Attitudes, Personal Development, and Apprenticeships.
Ofsted praised the College for its ambitious curriculums, expert teaching, and student support, commenting: “Students on education programmes for young people are taught ambitious curriculums that equip them very well with the skills, knowledge, and resilience needed for their next steps. Teachers skilfully design lessons that build knowledge incrementally and challenge students to apply their learning very effectively.
“Leaders have cultivated a culture of excellence that drives exceptional teaching. Many [students] achieve the highest grades and produce work of exceptional quality.”
Principal Martin Tucker said: “We are incredibly proud of our students and staff. These results reflect not only the hard work, dedication, and talent of our learners but also the outstanding support they receive every step of the way at Truro and Penwith College. We are thrilled to be recognised as the leading college for A Levels in Cornwall and among the very best nationally.”
Truro and Penwith College continues to be the number one choice to achieve success.
