Sixth Formers at BET Schools Celebrate Outstanding A Level Results

Students at Bohunt Sixth Form and Steyning Grammar School Sixth Form, which are both part of the high-performing Bohunt Education Trust (BET), celebrated this week, having received their A Level results – enabling them to secure places at prestigious universities and take their desired next steps.

At Bohunt Sixth Form, a staggering 100% of students achieved A* for EPQ, whilst 43% of students taking A Levels achieved grades A*/A – almost double the national percentage and against a national decrease in the top grades. 70% of students achieved A*-B and 86% A*-C. 

At Steyning Grammar School, results in Applied A Level subjects were exemplary, with more than 60% of grades achieved at Distinction or higher.

Sixth formers at SGS also continue to excel in the academic subjects with several students securing places at prestigious universities such as Cambridge and Warwick and for highly competitive degree subjects such as Medicine and Law. A Level Maths (44% A*- A), A Level Photography and Spanish (40% A* – A) and A Level Chemistry results (37% A*-A) were particularly strong.

Students’ excellent results at both sixth forms are testament to the hard work and commitment shown throughout their studies. Individual standout achievements included: 

• Matilda G, who achieved 3 A*s and is studying Ancient and Modern History at St. Hilda’s College, Oxford.
• Harry L who achieved 3 A* and will study at Cardiff
• Ela S, who achieved 3 A*s and will be studying Politics and International Relations at Bath University.
• Anya O who achieved 3 A* and will study Biochemistry at Bristol
• Jay G and Millie S who will study veterinary sciences at Liverpool and Nottingham respectively
• Tom F who achieved an A* in all 4 of his subjects:  Chemistry, History Maths and Further Maths will be going on to study Maths at Warwick University; this was achieved alongside his role as President of SGS Sixth Form.
• Daniel W who achieved an A* in Chemistry alongside 3 As in Biology, Maths and Further Maths and goes on to study Medicine at Cardiff University.
• Florence L goes on to study Philosophy at Cambridge after achieving A* in RE and A in English Literature and History and Annie R who achieved A*, A*, B, B and is going on to study English, also at Cambridge University. 

Clare Hodgson, Head of Bohunt Sixth Form, said: 

“We are extremely proud of all our students receiving their results. Over the last two years, they have all shown immense commitment, resilience and motivation to undertake their studies and achieve such excellent outcomes.”

Adam Whitehead, Headteacher at Steyning Grammar School, said: 

“We are delighted to see so many of our students achieve results which will enable them to secure places at university, high level apprenticeships or their desired careers.  Their outcomes reflect their hard work over the past two years, achieved with support from parents and the staff at Steyning Grammar School.”

Bohunt Sixth Form offers inspirational opportunities for those who relish intellectual challenge and enjoy in-depth learning of subjects, supported by teachers who are experts in their field, and who know their students best. The Sixth Form also delivers an enrichment programme which offers a wide array of opportunities to stimulate and develop students both inside and outside the classroom.

Steyning Grammar School’s Sixth Form boasts a welcoming and high-achieving college offer, with a broad range of A-Levels and applied courses that are designed to equip students for university, apprenticeships or the world of work. Alongside high academic attainment, there is a focus on excellent pastoral support and guidance, as well as an array of enrichment opportunities to help students become the best they can be. 

Neil Strowger, Headteacher at Bohunt School and Trust Leader at Bohunt Education Trust, said: 

“We are immensely proud of our 2023 cohort’s efforts and achievements. These students have remained positive despite significant disruption to their studies whilst working towards GCSEs. Their resilience, determination and hard work has resulted in so many securing places at top universities and going on to pursue their desired next steps and we wish them all the very best for their future.”