Published: Thursday 15 August 2024
Young people across Kensington and Chelsea have been receiving their A Level results today at sixth forms and colleges around the borough.
Across Kensington and Chelsea, provisional results show 84 per cent of students achieved A Level results at grade A* to C, significantly above the national average of 76 per cent.
Many celebrated as they received offers to their universities and apprenticeship placements of choice.
Cllr Catherine Faulks, Lead Member for Family and Children’s Services, said:
“It can’t be understated how much work goes into completing these exams. All those opening their envelopes today should be immensely proud. I hope our local students are pleased with their results, and that they pave the way for whatever next steps they desire.”
Results by sixth form/college
Provisional results will be listed here once confirmed to us.
| Sixth Form/College | Results |
|---|---|
| Cardinal Vaughan |
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| Chelsea Academy | Results pending. Please check back soon. |
| Chelsea Community Hospital | Results pending. Please check back soon. |
| Holland Park School | Results pending. Please check back soon. |
| Kensington Aldridge Academy |
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Local learners open their results
Alana, who was collecting her results from Chelsea Academy, said:
“I'm feeling very happy. I got into my first-choice university, and I'm very happy with my grades. It’s rewarding, because there's obviously a lot of adrenaline and nerves going into it.
“But as soon as you open the paper, whether you do good or bad, you've gotten through it.”
Marek Markas Zielinski, who achieved A* grades in physics, further maths and maths and a B in computer science at Kensington Aldridge Academy, said:
“I'm definitely relieved and excited for the future, lots of things are going to happen now and I'm very optimistic.”
Ana Saianu, who has been accepted to study international business with Italian studies at UCL after achieving an A*, A and two B grades at Kensington Aldridge Academy, said:
“I'm going to go home with my family and have a nice dinner. I'm ecstatic, shocked and happy!”
What support is available?
Getting your results can be a stressful experience, and it is okay if you are feeling disappointed or down.
Your school, college or sixth form should be your first point of contact if you have specific concerns about your results and what options you have ahead of you.
You can find information, advice and guidance on your next steps on the UCAS website.
If at any time you are feeling overwhelmed and want to explore support options available to you locally, visit the We Got U, U Got This website, which provides support on anxiety, depression, and anything else affecting your mental health.