St Bonaventure’s 6th Form is celebrating another strong set of Post-16 results with a near 100% pass rate and 2/3rds of students getting A* to B, continuing a tradition of high achievement and success. Many students will progress to leading Russell Group universities, including UCL, York, Warwick, Nottingham, Manchester and Birmingham, while others have secured places on competitive degree apprenticeships, opening the door to various future careers and reflecting a range of different successes. 

Students achieved hugely positive progress measures, with 80% of all our subjects in the top quarter for progress. Student Lasian was stunned to hear that she had made the most progress out of everyone in the year group. Achieving ABB in Sociology, Religious Education and Politics, she is delighted to have secured her first choice place at Warwick University to study Sociology and Politics. “I really didn’t think I would achieve the results I have, so much so that I wasn’t going to apply to Warwick, but Mr Bartlett, Assistant Headteacher and Assistant Director of 6th Form, told me to go for it – and look what I’ve done!”

Headteacher Chris McCormack was full of praise for Year 13 students following their results, “We are very proud of this year group and of the staff who have supported them throughout their journey. Behind every grade is a story of hard work, perseverance and, in many cases, overcoming challenges along the way. What makes us particularly proud is not simply where our students are going next, but the people they have become during their time with us. As our students move on to university, apprenticeships and employment, we will keep them in our thoughts and prayers and look forward to hearing about all they go on to achieve.”

Emmanuel and Jeziah both achieved D*D*D in BTEC Sport and are both off to the University of Birmingham to study Sport, Coaching Science and Business. 

With his D*D*D in BTEC Business, Aaron has secured a place to study Accounting and Finance at the University of Birmingham. In BTEC Sport, 80% achieved Triple Distinction or above, while Business included several Triple Distinction and Distinction-star outcomes.

For many students, results day marked the end of a journey that began when they first joined St Bonaventure’s as Year 7 pupils. They now leave the school on a high note, fulfilling their dream and joining their first-choice university. Among them is Chris, who achieved AAAB in Maths, Further Maths, Physics & Chemistry. He is set to pursue a Master’s degree in Maths and Physics at the University of Manchester. 

Arsennii, who joined the school in Year 10 from Ukraine, is off to UCL to study Human Geography, having achieved A*BB in Maths, Physics and Geography. He said, “I have enjoyed being a student here, and am pleased with my results. I challenged myself with A level Physics and loved studying Geography. The department was so supportive, and I learned so many new skills and loved the excellent fieldwork.”

Another happy student was Macy, who received 3As in Geography, Politics and Psychology and needed a moment to take in her results before expressing joy at securing a place at the University of Nottingham to study Geography & Business. “I can’t believe it. I worked so hard, and I’m so happy. Coming to St Bon’s for 6th Form was the best decision. I was challenged but not too much pressure, it’s a fantastic community here.”

Melissa’s results of BBC in Economics, Sociology and Business have secured her a prestigious Degree Apprenticeship with Jaguar LandRover. She’ll begin working at their Headquarters in Warwickshire and study towards a Masters Level 7 Degree in Finance. 

Wayne Templeman, Director of 6th Form, said, “I’m very proud of this year group and what they have achieved. Fantastic outcomes like these are the result of students putting in the work, teachers giving their time and expertise, and families supporting their young people throughout the two years. One of the things I have enjoyed most about this group is seeing how they have grown in confidence. They have looked out for one another, celebrated each other’s successes and built strong networks which will help them in the future. That sense of belonging matters. Students do better when they know that people believe in them, and that has been clear to see throughout their time in the Sixth Form. We wish every one of them the very best for the future. Wherever they go next.”

St Bonaventure’s 6th Form remains one of the most popular destinations for Post-16 education in Newham and beyond, once again receiving in excess of 1,800 applications for the 185 places we have available for our new Year 12 cohort. The 6th Form offers a broad range of academic and vocational pathways, with students progressing to Russell Group universities, other leading higher education institutions, competitive apprenticeships and a wide range of professional and career opportunities.

The success of this year’s 6th Form comes as St Bonaventure’s looks ahead to a landmark year. In 2027, the school will celebrate its 150th anniversary, marking a century and a half of educating young people in East London. A programme of events will take place throughout the anniversary year, bringing together current students, staff, former students, families and the wider St Bonaventure’s community to celebrate the school’s history and look ahead to its future. To be part of this celebration, please join the mailing list via this link.