Students up and down the country as well as across Leeds have been discovering their results today, with students hoping to get into their top university choices especially anxious.
This year is only the second time pupils across Leeds have sat summer exams since 2019. Grades were generated by schools in 2020 and 2021 due to the pandemic, with results based on internal assessment and work produced over the course of pupils’ studies.
This year results will be similar to those from 2019, with an allowance made for disruption faced by pupils in subjects where national performance was found to be lower than levels seen prior to the pandemic. Here are some of the best photos taken across the day...
7. Students celebrate their A Level results
The Sixth Form at Horsforth offers students everything they need to succeed and last September saw the opening of the new, state-of-the-art sixth form campus. Photo: Horsforth School
8. Students celebrate their A Level results
Ella Ward who achieved three A* grades in English Language, Maths and Physics, said “I’m over the moon with my results as they have secured my place at the University of Manchester to read Physics with Astrophysics. I’ve worked hard, but have felt supported all the way, and can’t wait for what comes next." Photo: Horsforth School
9. Students celebrate their A Level results
Staff and students at Brigshaw High School are today celebrating fantastic A Level and vocational results. Photo: Brigshaw High
10. Students celebrate their A Level results
Thanks to the hard work of both students and staff, there is lots to celebrate, with many students gaining places at university or on an apprenticeship, as well as those who are entering the workplace. Photo: Brigshaw High
11. Students celebrate their A Level results
Principal Mr Tim Jones said “The students and staff at Woodkirk Academy should be proud of the grades that have been attained. Our school values are Word Hard, Be Kind and Take Responsibility. So many students have demonstrated these outstandingly well." Photo: Woodkirk Academy
12. Students celebrate their A Level results
Assistant Principal and Director of Sixth Form, Mrs K Clarke, said “The Sixth Form Team and teachers across the school are always proud of the achievements of our students. This year is no different; our Year 13 cohort have been outstanding ambassadors for the school." Photo: Woodkirk Academy