YSGOL Bryn Elian students celebrated receiving their A-Level results, as they all embark on the next step of their lives and careers.

Staff at the Colwyn Bay school were full of praise for their students, and said: “We cannot underestimate how difficult the course of education has been for this particular cohort since the country entered a National Lockdown in March 2020.

“This group of young people have overcome adversity and challenge in the most difficult of circumstances showing resilience at its very best in unprecedented times.

“They have also clearly demonstrated a great level of maturity which will serve them very well in the next phase of their lives.

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“We are all very proud of the hard work that our learners have put into their studies and are delighted with their achievements and wish them the very best for their future at university or the world of work.

“We would also like to thank our dedicated staff for guiding our learners though this turbulent time, preparing them for their A level exams.

“We thank our parents, communities and governors for their support in ensuring the achievements and success of all our pupils.

“Well done, year 13, and all the best for your future successes!”

Some of the top performers included:

  • Mathew Evans - achieved 2 A*, A and B and is going to Cardiff University to study Mechanical Engineering
  • Amelia Grundy - achieved 4 A grades and will go to Cardiff University to study English Language and Literature
  • Emi Rosenwould - achieved 2 A* and 2 A grades and is going to study Psychology at the University of Manchester
  • Charlie Williams - achieved 3 A grades and is going to study Wildlife Conservation at Bangor University
  • Chloe Sharp - achieved 2 A*, A and B and is going to study Geography at Durham University
  • Freya Gill - achieved 1 A*, 2 A and 1 B grade and is off to Bristol University to study Biology
  • Kiera Waller - achieved A*, 2 A grades and a B and is going to study Zoology at Exeter University

Most learners at Ysgol Bryn Elian have accessed their first choice university place.

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