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Plume College Results
Post-16 Press Release – Thursday 13 August 2026
Fantastic Examination Results!
Plume Academy is delighted to announce an excellent set of A Level and Level 3 examination results, reflecting the dedication, perseverance, and hard work of our students and staff over the past two years.
These superb outcomes enable our students to confidently take the next steps in their journeys, whether progressing to higher education, apprenticeships, or employment.
Inclusion remains at the heart of Plume Academy’s Post-16 provision. We are proud to offer opportunities to a wide range of learners by maintaining accessible entry requirements for our A Level courses. This commitment enables many students to achieve exceptional progress and personal success relative to their starting points, demonstrating the transformative impact of a supportive and ambitious learning environment.
A significant number of students have secured places at universities across the country, including several prestigious Russell Group institutions. We are especially pleased that every student who applied to university has successfully secured a place, with the vast majority achieving their first-choice destination.
Top Year 13 Achievers:
Name: Ashton P
Subjects: Business A*, Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Physics A*
Post-18 Destination: Economics at London School of Economics
Name: Jack L
Subjects: Computer Science A*, Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Physics A
Post-18 Destination: Computer Science at Selwyn College, University of Cambridge
Name: Raphael M
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Physics A*
Post-18 Destination: Physics at Merton College, University of Oxford
Name: Jack S
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Physics A*
Post-18 Destination: Physics and Astrophysics at Warwick
Name: Josh B
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Chemistry A*, Business A, Further Mathematics A
Post-18 Destination: Prospective degree apprenticeship candidate
Name: Oliver G
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Physics A
Post-18 Destination: Physics with Astrophysics at Warwick
Name: James W
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Further Mathematics A*, Computer Science A
Post-18 Destination: Gap year
Name: Adam M
Subjects: Mathematics A*, Computer Science A, Further Mathematics A, Physics A
Post-18 Destination: Computer Games Programme at Anglia Ruskin University
Name: Archie B
Subjects: Physical Education A*, Psychology A, Biology A
Post-18 Destination: Sport and Exercise Science at Loughborough University
Name: Chloe C
Subjects: Law A*, Psychology A, Business A
Post-18 Destination: Solicitor Apprenticeship at Brights Solicitors
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Mr Baster and Mrs Clark, Joint Heads of Academy, said:
"We are exceptionally proud of the achievements of our Post-16 students this year. These results are the reward for their hard work, resilience, determination, and commitment throughout their studies.
"Today's success reflects not only the efforts of our students, but also the dedication of our talented staff and the invaluable support provided by parents and carers. It has been a privilege to support these young people on their journey, and we are immensely proud of all they have accomplished. We wish them every success and happiness in the future."
Mr Hallam, Assistant Headteacher and Head of Plume College, said:
"I would like to congratulate our outstanding Year 13 students on achieving such an excellent set of results. It has been wonderful to see so many students celebrating their achievements today and securing places at their chosen universities, colleges, apprenticeships, and employment destinations.
"We take immense pride in the achievements of our Post-16 students and in the supportive community that has helped them reach this point. It has been a privilege to work alongside our dedicated staff, parents, and carers in helping our students realise their potential. I would like to thank our Year 13 leavers for their hard work and contribution to academy life, and I wish them the very best as they begin the next exciting chapter of their lives."
