Hull’s Ron Dearing University Technical College (UTC) has recorded another set of outstanding A-level and technical results, with half of all student grades this year being A or A*.

Students at the employer-led school have once again delivered stellar grades, while Ron Dearing UTC has also announced it is gearing up to open a brand new Sixth Form Centre to provide more opportunities to its young people.

This year’s cohort of 209 students has risen to new highs, underlining Ron Dearing UTC's ever-growing reputation for excellence and achievement.

Highlights of this year’s A-level and Level 3 technical results include:
• 50% of all grades A-A* (up 6% on last year)
• 93% of all grades A-C* (maintaining last year’s exceptional performance)
• Average A-level grade: B
• Average Applied General grade: Distinction+
• Average Tech Level grade: Distinction*

Ron Dearing UTC Principal Sarah Pashley said: “We’re absolutely delighted with these results. Continuing to improve on exceptionally high standards was always going to be a challenge, but our students, staff and wider school community have once again risen to the occasion and delivered outstanding outcomes.

“These achievements reflect the quality of teaching and learning at Ron Dearing UTC, the ambition of our students, and the strength of our employer-engaged curriculum. They demonstrate what’s possible when young people are given the knowledge, skills and opportunities to excel.

“We’re also thrilled that we remain on track for 100% of our students to progress to positive destinations, whether that is university, an apprenticeship or employment.

“At a time when too many young people nationally are leaving education without a clear next step, this is a significant achievement and highlights our commitment to ensuring every student is equipped for success in their future career and life.”

Luke Marshall has secured a place at Oxford University to study Biochemistry after achieving the best ever A-level results from a Ron Dearing UTC student.

Luke secured A* grades in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Physics and said: “I’m delighted with my results. I knew I had put a lot of time and effort into my revision and was very well prepared, thanks to my amazing teachers, but I didn’t expect to get all A*s!”

Among the many other student successes are friends Gover-Gabriel Muzadi and Theo Draper, who have both secured places at university to study Aerospace Engineering, heading to the University of Bristol and the University of Leeds respectively.

Approximately 50% of this year’s cohort are heading to university, while 40% are preparing to begin apprenticeships and 10% are expected to step straight into employment.

Those pursuing apprenticeships are joining companies in industries such as healthcare, aerospace and software development, while those pursuing further education at university, including at Russell Group institutions, are studying a diverse array of subjects, including aeronautics, robotics, medicine, fine art and illustration.

The success comes at an exciting time for the school, which is preparing to open a state-of-the-art Sixth Form Centre in January. Located just five minutes’ walk from the main site, it will provide an outstanding environment for post-16 learners.

Richard Martin, Chair of the Governing Board at Ron Dearing UTC and Non-Executive Director at Major Partner Arco, said: “The forthcoming opening of our new Sixth Form Centre will be another major milestone for the school and once more demonstrates our commitment to providing the very best learning environment and opportunities for young people across the region.”