Staff and students at West Lakes Academy are celebrating a fantastic set of A Level results for 2025, with many students securing places at top universities, apprenticeships, and industry placements.
Among those celebrating today are:
- Beth Blythe – A, B, B
Beth will complete a year-long placement at React Engineering through the React Futures Programme before heading to Lancaster University to study Biology. Beth will return to React as a graduate when she has completed her degree.
“I am really happy with my grades and excited to start my year in industry before heading to uni. I applied for the programme with React and feel really lucky to have been successful and that I can study my chosen STEM subject at Lancaster next year.”
- Sophie Hoyle (left)– Distinction, B, B
Ellie Lawson (right) – Distinction*, A*, D
Both students are celebrating getting the results they needed to begin degree-level apprenticeships with Sellafield.
- Thomas Pavey – A, A, B
“I’m feeling over the moon, I got what I wanted and more to study Physics at Newcastle University. I’m a bit nervous about leaving home but really excited too. The exams were quite stressful but my family were really supportive.”
- Ellen Sherwen – Distinction*, B, C
Ellen is heading to Harper Adams University to study Land Management. She celebrated her results with her mum, Marie Sherwen.
- Josh Gibbs – B, B, Distinction
Josh will study International Disaster Management and Humanitarian Response at Manchester University.
“I worked hard during my exams and I’m happy that I’ve got the grades needed to get on to my course at Manchester. It’s a bit nerve-wracking moving away but I’m excited to see what it’s like.”
- Abigail Hill – A*, C, Distinction
“I can’t even say how I’m feeling, I’m just so happy I passed biology and that it’s all done now. I’m going to York to study Physiotherapy. I knew I wanted to study something healthcare related and possibly linked to sports and the open day at York convinced me this was the course for me, I’m really excited.”
Stephen Grant, Headteacher said:
“We are extremely proud of our students and the results they have earned. Every grade is the outcome of sustained effort, commitment, and the invaluable support of families and our dedicated staff. Our students have met challenges with determination, grown in confidence, and are now exceptionally well prepared to take their next steps in education, employment, or training.”
Maria Stott, Head of Sixth Form, added:
“It is a privilege to see so many elated students receiving their outstanding and hard earned A Level and BTEC results. These students have chosen to stay in education and commit to two years of in-depth study in their chosen subjects. This has resulted in excellent outcomes for our students who are now opening doors to their next steps. It is moving to see our young people being rewarded for their efforts, leaving us to enter into the next phase of their life, taking their place in society and continuing to realise their full potential. We are so proud of each of them and wish them all the very best for their futures!”
