Ormiston Six Villages Academy in Westergate are celebrating today as the Class of 2026 collect their examination results.
Year 11 students have secured a wide range of exciting post-16 destinations. Most students are progressing to Level 3 pathways, including A Levels, T Levels and advanced vocational courses, studying subjects ranging from science and mathematics to law, engineering and the creative arts. Others have secured apprenticeships or specialist pathways, including the Armed Forces, animal management and equine studies.
The school is delighted with the strong results achieved in English and mathematics, which continue to exceed the national average. There was also a notable increase in the number of students securing top grades, with 27% achieving at least one grade 7, 8 or 9. Students performed exceptionally well in religious studies, art, photography, textiles, 3D art & design, media studies, French, and hospitality & catering, while also achieving success across a range of other academic and vocational subjects.
While every student deserves to be applauded for their achievements today, special recognition goes to those outstanding individuals who attained an exceptional number of top grades including Matthew, Lucy, Dominika, Wilbur, Lily, Emilio, Farah, Eddie, Lucy and Megan.
The school is particularly proud to share that Matthew was named the highest-performing student in Cambridge OCR’s GCSE History B (Schools History Project) this summer. This is an exceptional achievement and a testament to his hard work, dedication and enthusiasm for the subject.
Paul Slaughter, Principal at Ormiston Six Villages Academy, said:
“Today is about far more than examination results. It is about recognising the commitment, character and perseverance shown by our students throughout their journey at Ormiston Six Villages Academy. We are incredibly proud of everything this cohort has achieved. They have embraced opportunities and demonstrated the core values that define our academy community. The results they have achieved today will open doors to exciting next steps and future aspirations.
“I would like to thank our dedicated staff for their unwavering commitment to our students and our parents and carers for the support and encouragement they have provided over the years. Success is always a collective effort and today’s celebrations belong to our whole community. Most importantly, I would like to congratulate every student receiving results today. I am proud of each student whether moving on to A Levels, vocational programmes or apprenticeships and wish them every success in the future; I am confident they will continue to achieve great things.”
Ormiston Six Villages Academy is incredibly proud of the year group and looks forward to seeing them thrive in the next stage of their education, training and careers, with everyone wishing them every success and happiness for the future. The students leave the school with much to be proud of and will always remain valued alumni of the Six Villages community.