Congratulations to students across the Cabot Learning Federation (CLF) who are celebrating an impressive set of post-16 results, with strong outcomes across academic, vocational and creative courses and a wide range of university, apprenticeship and employment destinations.
At The SPACE, based at Monkton Wood Academy in Taunton, students achieved exceptional results in the Level 3 University Arts London Extended Diploma in Performing and Production Arts. 100% passed, 98% achieved a Merit or higher and 72% achieved a Distinction, equivalent to three As at A-level. In the Extended Project Qualification, 100% achieved a B or higher, with 88% achieving an A or higher and 65% achieving an A.
Students are progressing to leading drama schools and universities, including Italia Conti, Royal Central School of Speech and Drama, LAMDA, Chichester and Bath Spa, across courses including musical theatre, acting, dance, production, filmmaking and fashion.
At CLF Post 16, students also achieved strong A-level and vocational results, with 70% of vocational students achieving grades from Distinction* to Merit. Students, including those with SEN, have secured places at top universities and competitive apprenticeships, with destinations including Bristol and Cardiff universities.
At Tewkesbury Academy, 40% of A-level grades were awarded at A*-B, while 15% were A*-A and almost 60% were A*-C. Students have secured a diverse range of destinations, including university courses in cyber security, sports journalism, interior design, business, finance and criminology, alongside high-quality degree apprenticeships.
Winterstoke Hundred Academy is also celebrating the achievements of its Year 13 cohort, with an increased number of A and A* grades across academic and vocational pathways. Students have secured places on competitive university courses, degree apprenticeships, industry placements, employment and further training.
CLF CEO Steve Taylor said: “It’s great to see young people complete their time at school with us so successfully and leave ready to go on and thrive. Their strong results reflect their application, resilience and drive, alongside the dedication of our staff and the support of families and communities.
“From outstanding academic and vocational achievements to exceptional creative successes, our students are now progressing to an exciting range of universities, apprenticeships, training and employment.
“I wish them all the very best as they take their next steps and look forward to seeing all they go on to achieve.”
