Oldham Sixth Form Students Break College Records

Oldham Sixth Form College is once again celebrating outstanding A-Level and Vocational results including two students who achieved the highest marks in the country.

Hafsa Begum gained the highest score in A-Level Law and Tyler Holland in A-Level Photography. 

The students’ achievements are a milestone, with 67 percent of students achieving all A*/A or vocational equivalents.

This summer's results exceed the national pass rate and are once again some of the strongest achievements in the college's history.

Suzannah Reeves, Principal of the College, said: "As always we are delighted with the achievements of our students. We are proud to say that despite COVID interruptions throughout the start of their secondary school experience, our students have done a fantastic job.

“I am immensely proud of the dedication of students and staff who gave Oldham Sixth Form College such excellent results".

A majority of students on A-Level courses have again surpassed the national pass rate (97.5 percent) and high grades achieved by students are impressive, with over 1700 high grades awarded.

Significantly, 30 courses secured high grades (A*- B or vocational equivalent) for the majority of students and a quarter of all OSFC students applying to university will be progressing to Russell Group Universities in September.

Moses Kabwika achieved A*AA in Maths, Further Maths and Physics and Aisha Mahmood will be studying at her first-choice university on a Child Nursing degree, having studied Health and Social Care, Sociology and History.

Both Aisha and Moses faced significant challenges as young people but have flourished whilst studying at the college.

In addition, Francesca Lloyd secured a place to study Veterinary Science at Cambridge University, while Ameera Aslam will be studying Medicine at Hull York Medical School, and Sarrinah Chaudhry will shortly commence her dentistry degree at the University of Manchester.

Also, Ayesha Begom, Hafsa Begum and Megan Rainton all achieved three outstanding A* grades.

Nick Lowry, CEO of The Pinnacle Learning Trust said: “The students at OSFC are ambitious and industrious. They have worked hard for their qualifications, and I applaud their successes both now and in the future.

“I wish all our OSFC's students' well in their next steps towards university, employment, apprenticeships and training.”

Students enjoyed celebrating their results with college staff on results day and are looking forward to OSFC's celebration evening event in September, when they will be given a big send off by the college staff and governors.

Helena Aston, Chair of Governors said: "These outstanding results are yet again a true reflection of how all students thrive at OSFC and we are so proud of their achievements."