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Three south Essex schools celebrate record-breaking year of A-Level results
THREE south Essex schools are celebrating a record-breaking year of A-Level results.
From the highest grades in their history to record numbers of students securing their first-choice university places, Chase High School, The Appleton School and Cecil Jones Academy have each set new milestones.
At Chase High School, in Prittlewell Chase, Westcliff, the number of students enrolling at university has surged by 15 per cent compared to last year – the highest level on record.
Students with their results at Chase High School (Image: Chase High School)
More students than ever have also secured their first-choice of university.
Among the top performers were Maria Ali, who earned four Distinction grades in business and media.
Another was Jemima Omombo who achieved Double Distinction* in business, a B in English and a C in psychology.
She has now enrolled on a unique programme with Harvard University.
Head of sixth form Emma Mulford said she was 'immensely proud' and excited to see students flourish in the next stage of their journey.
She said: "I am immensely proud of all of our students who have received their results.
"Their success is a testament to their hard work, determination and resilience."
The Appleton School, in Croft Road, Benfleet, recorded the highest A-level results in its history.
Headteacher Sarah Cox described them as 'record-breaking' and 'testament to the incredible efforts' of students and staff.
The Appleton School celebrating its highest A-level results in its history (Image: The Appleton School)
Standout achievers included Gemma Clift and Jacob Walter, who both secured three A*s and will study at Warwick University, and Hayden Wakefield, who achieved four As and will study chemical engineering at Nottingham.
Students will move on to a wide range of degrees and higher-level apprenticeships, from medicine and law to finance and engineering, with success across both A-level and BTEC courses.
At Cecil Jones Academy, in Eastern Avenue, Southend, results also reached record heights, with 20.2 per cent of grades at A* to A and 41.9 per cent at A* to B.
Pupils at Cecil Jones Academy (Image: Cecil Jones Academy)
Among the top achievers were Opeoluwa Adewole, with three A*s, and Ali Kamaly, with two A*s and an A.
Students are progressing to a diverse mix of university courses including medicine, maths, economics, and civil engineering.
Headteacher Richard Micek said: "I'm exceptionally proud of our students.
"Their hard work and perseverance have truly paid off.
"This year we have a record number of students securing places at universities with many of these being at top institutions, which is a fantastic achievement and reflection of their commitment and determination."
