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Enjoy, Succeed, Progress
NEW COLLEGE Celebrating Success 2013 NEW College achieved record breaking examination results in 2013 with a pass rate of 99%.
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Student Success Already an established provider of academic excellence, this year, despite a well-publicised “toughening up” of the A-Level “gold standard”, students at the college achieved results giving an overall pass rate of 99%, a high grade rate of 46% and an A* to C rate of 74%.
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Well over half of all A-Level subjects offered achieved a pass rate of 100%.
Congratulations to Ben and James! NEW College A Level students Ben Cooke and James Coppin have both been offered places at Oxford University. Ben, who studied History, English and Geography, will take up a place at Balliol College and will be reading English. James Coppin, who studied Chemistry, Physics and Maths, will read Chemistry at Christchurch College.
At AS level, the halfway point in a student’s A-Level programme, the pass rate at high grade rate soared to its highest level ever, placing it well above the national average, and securing the college’s reputation as a top provider of post-16 education and qualifications. NEW College’s Principal, Pauline Hagen, said: “Once again, it is students and staff who have provided these fantastic statistics, which reflect so well on the College. We are very proud of them and grateful to their parents who support us so well.”
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Other successes include student, Oscar Holch, who has been successful in securing a place at the prestigious Royal Academy of Music in London.
Congratulations to Oscar!
Oscar studied Government & Politics, History and Music at the sixth form, applied for both the Royal Academy of Music and the Royal Northern College of Music and was successful in both.
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Carla Reeson
NEW COLLEGE AWARDS
Cathedral High School “Can’t believe it! I’m so proud of myself and all the hard work the teachers have put in! Thank you!” University destination:
2013 has seen NEW College awarded certification by the Investors in People Group for being recognised as an on-going, dedicated and committed organisation for over ten years.
Nottingham University Results obtained:
Law-A*, Psychology-A* and Biology-A*
Jess Nicholson Brayton High School “I am so glad I made the decision to come to NEW College. The teachers and support have been great.” University destination:
Taking a gap year PE-A, Psychology-A and Dance-A
Rebecca Stoppard Rachel Olley Crofton High School
Minsthorpe Community College
“I am really happy with my final exam results!!!” University destination:
Nottingham Vet School Results obtained:
Chemistry-A*, Biology-A* and Maths-A
Briana Powell Kings High School “I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at NEW College and believe that the commitment of the teachers has helped me to achieve what I needed to go to the Uni of my choice. Thank you!” University destination:
Durham University
“I’ve had an amazing time, met some amazing people, I never thought I’d be this sad to leave!” University destination:
York University Results obtained:
Results obtained:
Geography-A*, Psychology-A* and English Literature-A*
Maths and Stats-A*, Chemistry-A, English Literature-A and Further Maths (AS)-A
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Jack Goodman Kettlethorpe High School
Jessica Pearson The Snaith School “I have really enjoyed my time at college and I am really pleased with my results.” University destination:
Huddersfield University Results obtained:
Biology-A*, Maths-A and Health and Social Care-A
Kate Adams Ossett Academy “Thanks for a great two years.”
“I am really pleased with my results, thanks NEW College!” University destination:
Durham University University destination:
York University Results obtained:
Results obtained:
Physics-A*, Maths-A*, Further Maths-A* and Chemistry-A*
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Spanish-A, English Literature-A*, Biology-A* and History-A*
Andrew Cook Crofton High School
NEW COLLEGE AWARDS The College has achieved Stage two in the Investors in Diversity Award (a national standard which recognises equality, diversity and inclusion).
“A great college with amazing teachers.” University destination:
Nottingham University Results obtained:
Maths-A, Further Maths-A, Accounting A* and Economics-A
James Coppin The Snaith School
“Had a brilliant time at NEW College.”
University destination:
Oxford University Results obtained:
Maths-A*, Chemistry-A* and Physics-A
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Ben Cooke The Kings School
Holly Dickinson Castleford Academy “I’m really, really happy with my results, can’t wait to start Art College” University destination:
Leeds College of Art Results obtained:
Fine Art-A*, Photography-A* and English Literature-A*
Georgia Threadgold The Kings School “Thank you NEW College.” “Perfect end to 2 years of hard work!”
University destination:
Oxford University University destination: Results obtained:
Bristol University
English Literature-A*, Geography-A and History-A*
History-A, Government and Politics-A* and English Literature-A*
Cory Emmerson The Kings School “Yes! The perfect end to 2 great years” University destination:
Manchester University Results obtained:
Maths-A*, Physics-A*, Further Maths-A and Chemistry-A
Laura Finney Minsthorpe Community College
“I’m so thrilled with my grades!” University destination:
York University Results obtained:
Maths-A, Geography-A and Chemistry-A
NEW COLLEGE AWARDS NEW College were runners up in the TES FE awards in the Outstanding Marketing and Communications category
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Ryan Bellas The Kings School “I had an awesome time at NEW college, really happy with my results.” University destination:
Leeds University Results obtained:
Maths-A*, Physics-A and Chemistry-A
NEW COLLEGE AWARDS We are ranked 19th in the top state sixth form college list out of 94. Sunday Times, Schools Guide 2013
Johnathon Miah Castleford Academy “I’m grateful I came to NEW College. It was great fun and an experience to remember.” University destination:
Art Foundation Diploma at NEW College Results obtained:
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Photography-A*, BTEC Applied ScienceDistinction* and IT-Distinction*
Cody Upright
George Warvill
De Lacy Academy
Outwood Grange Academy “Excited for the future and University.” University destination:
Sheffield Hallam University Results obtained:
BTEC Sport-Distinction*, BTEC Applied Science-Distinction* and BTEC ICT-Distinction
Chris Oakley Castleford High School “Great experience can’t wait to carry on with tourism at University.”
“Excellent place to study.” University destination:
University destination:
Sheffield Hallam University
Bolton University Results obtained:
Results obtained:
BTEC Travel and TourismDistinction*, Distinction* and Distinction
BTEC Sport-Disinction, BTEC Applied ScienceDistinction and BTEC ICT-Distinction*
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Journey to ‘Outstanding’... A2 High Grades
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Purpose built large scale art studio spaces. • Professional standard darkroom • Photo studio with state of the art digital cameras, back drops and lighting • Fashion design studio with sewing machines and mannequins • Gallery area for exhibiting work • Brand new Apple Mac computers throughout the building • Print room for screen printing, etching and spray paint work • 3D area with woodwork, laser cutter and 3D printer • Fashion design studio with sewing machines and mannequins with gallery area for exhibiting work.
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