Stand-out individual successes

Paige Williams, who gained A*A A and will be studying biomedical science at Oxford, where she will be joined by Brittany Cooper, who also achieved A* and two As to study medicine.

On results day Brittany said: “I am really happy. I have wanted to go to Oxford since I was four years old and I have wanted to study medicine since year 10. I have got there through determination and the personal support and encouragement from the Academy. I am really excited about becoming a doctor, helping people and I will only want to work for the NHS.”