- 94 students took A Levels at Felsted in 2017
- 34% of all grades were A* or A (an increase of 3% on 2016, despite the new reformed A Levels, which are supposed to be more difficult)
- More than 87% of all grades were C or better
- The pass rate was higher than 99%
- 22 students took the International Baccalaureate Diploma with 100% pass rate. If IB results are combined with A Level grades, the A*-B percentage is 72% overall, with 90% of all grades A*-C or the equivalent
- Many subjects achieved exceptional results; German, Physics, Latin and Further Maths all achieved 100% A*-B, with History, Government & Politics, Art & Design, Chemistry, Maths, Psychology and Theatre Studies all achieving more than 75% A*-B grades
I am delighted to see so many outstanding results, reflecting the hard work of our students and teachers. As a result of these achievements, many Felstedians will be going off to the best universities around the world. Combining both our IB results with A Level grades, the A*-B grade percentage is 72% of all entries. With A Levels undergoing significant reform, there was always a slight concern that this year’s results would see a dip, but in fact, Felsted students have improved on their performance across the board. Congratulations to everyone who took exams at Felsted, and the very best wishes for your future studies or careers.
Chris Townsend, Headmaster.
Felsted’s top scorer was Luke Johnson, who gained three A*s in Business Studies, Maths and Further Maths, plus an A grade in Geography. Luke, an Academic Scholar, will be taking up his place at Deloitte’s, on their BrightStart Higher Apprenticeship Programme.
Bypassing university and leaping straight into a professional ‘earn-while-you-learn’ career, Luke will be a qualified accountant within five years. Luke balanced his studies at Felsted with playing football and squash.
Felsted’s top girl was Katie Smith, who gained an A* in Art, 2 As in Biology and Maths and a B in Chemistry, achieving her offer to study Biology at Bristol.
I can’t thank Felsted enough - it is such an amazing school.
I would never have achieved these results without all their amazing support!Katie Smith
Luke Johnson & Katie Smith
Felsted’s Top Ten achievers included:
Ugo Eze, a traditional boarder from Nigeria who gained an A* in Maths and three B grades in Chemistry, Physics and Further Maths, achieving his offer to read Maths at Exeter. Ugo enjoyed playing top rugby for the School.
Emily Butler, who gained two A*s in PE and Psychology and an A grade in Geography, exceeding her offer of AAA to read Geography at Exeter next year. Emily, an Academic Scholar, also played for Felsted’s 1st hockey and netball teams.
Triplets Tom, Ben and Elicia Carrington all achieved their top offers. Tom gained an A* in History and Maths, plus an A grade in Economics to read History at Bristol. Ben achieved three A grades in Geography, Economics, Maths to read Economics and Finance at Edinburgh (where his older sister is also currently studying).
Both Tom and Ben were academic scholars, balancing their studies with playing 1st team hockey and football. Elicia, an Art Scholar gained an A* in Art and B grades in English and History of Art and will be going on to read Fine Art at Newcastle University. Indeed Elicia gained a perfect paper in one of her History of Art exams on Art and Architecture of 15th Century, following an inspirational field trip to Florence at Easter.
Angus Muir gained an impressive A* in Economics and Geography, with an A grade in Religious Studies. He achieved his offer to read International Relations at Edinburgh, but is hoping to defer entry until 2018, as he is currently working at St.Kevin’s School in Melbourne for a year. Angus, an Academic Scholar, enjoyed balancing his studies with playing first team hockey, alongside prefect duties.
Lara Peck gained an A* in Chemistry and Maths and an A grade in Physics. Lara was also an Academic and Sports Scholar at Felsted and captained the 1st XI hockey to the National Finals at the Olympic Park a few months ago. Lara has decided to take a Gap Year travelling to South America and gaining work experience, before applying to university next year.
Yifan Yao, a full boarder from China gained two A* grades in Maths and Further Maths, and an A grade in Chemistry. She achieved her offer to read Computer Science at University College, London.
Hannah Barratt achieved an A* in German and two A grades in Latin and French. As an Academic and Music Scholar, Hannah fully immersed herself into Felsted School life. Hannah is planning to take a year out to study abroad.
Matt Morley-Jacob gained an A* in Geography and A grades in Economics and Maths, achieving his offer to read Geography at Exeter University. Matt, an Academic Scholar, played 1st team hockey alongside captaining boy’s tennis. Alongside his team members, he reached the Aegon School’s Mixed National Finals two years in row.
Photo: Angus Muir / Lara Peck / Hannah Barratt / Matt Morley-Jacob
100% International Baccalaureate Pass Rate for Felsted