Exam Results

THE COLLEGE ACHIEVEs outstanding a-level AND GCSE results 

2024 A-levels

Eastbourne College has been celebrating the outstanding achievements of its 2024 A-level cohort, with pupils again securing places at Oxford, Cambridge and other prestigious UK universities, as well as scholarships to highly competitive US colleges.

With over three quarters of all grades being A* to B and almost a quarter of pupils achieving a clean sweep of A* or A grades, it has been another extremely successful results day that reflects the exceptionally hard work of these talented young people. A fantastic 85% of sixth-form leavers will be heading off to their first-choice university to study courses as diverse as engineering, medicine and music.

Among the great successes this year, the College is delighted with the outstanding results of local pupils, several of whom were supported by the College with scholarships to enable them to join the sixth form from our maintained-sector partners.

All pupils applying to Oxford and Cambridge achieved their conditional offers. Among them are Henry Tang, leaving with five A*s to read history and economics at Oxford, and Tiger Ge, reading natural sciences at Cambridge, after achieving four A*s.

Discussing the experience they had studying for their A-levels, Henry, 18, said, “The college and my mentors were extremely supportive of my application and devoted significant amounts of personalised help that proved useful in every stage of my application.” Tiger, also 18, added, “My amazing teachers played a pivotal role in my application and provided a competitive edge. I was also consistently encouraged to focus on work-life balance, with an emphasis on the importance of holistic development beyond academic achievements.”

Leading the charge to elite universities across the pond is Zain Radwan, who achieved an impressive four A* grades and has been accepted to Duke University, North Carolina.

Also heading to the US are Rebecca Fisher and Annabel McKenna, who have both secured coveted tennis scholarships. Rebecca will be attending Monmouth University in New Jersey to read history, philosophy and mathematics. Annabel will be heading to Charleston, West Virginia, where she will read English, philosophy and politics.

2024 GCSEs

Eastbourne College’s celebrations continue with the announcement of another excellent set of GCSE results, with a record number of pupils achieving top grades. An impressive one-third of all exams taken were awarded a grade of 8 or 9—equivalent to an A* under the previous grading system—with more than 200 grade 9s among them.

A record 21 pupils accomplished a clean sweep of grades 7 to 9 in every subject. Within this group, three standout pupils earned ten or more grade 9s, showcasing their exceptional dedication and academic prowess.

Humreen Ellens, from Eastbourne, achieved grade 9 in all her subjects. She said: “Teachers at the College not only challenged me academically but also gave me the opportunity to explore different facets of school life, enabling me to increase both my independence and confidence.”

High-flyer, Ian Tam, a boarder from Hong Kong, said: “Throughout my GCSE journey, all my teachers provided me with support. I was allowed to develop my own passion for learning and pursue knowledge that could lead me to different paths in the future.”

Another top achiever James Dunlop, from Mayfield, said: “I’m really looking forward to staying at Eastbourne College for my A-levels. The guidance I’ve received so far will be of great help when looking to move on to university.”

Among the results, impressive strength in STEM subjects was demonstrated by 80% of grades in triple science and further maths being awarded grade 7 or higher, while among arts and humanities, almost two-thirds of results in art, history, English literature and music were awarded the equivalent of A grade or better.

Tom Lawson, headmaster at Eastbourne College, said: “The school could not be prouder of this fantastic group of pupils. The breadth of their talents is clear to see from these superb results across the spectrum of respected academic subjects we offer.

“To see a record number of pupils achieving top grades is particularly remarkable when considered alongside all their achievements outside the classroom. To have contributed to superb seasons for swimming, tennis and cricket at county and national level, while also achieving so superbly in their exams provides abundant evidence of the effort, dedication and determination that makes them true Eastbournians.”

Beyond the Results

The College does everything possible to ensure that pupils perform well in public exams. Our staff focus beyond the results too, working hard to develop young people who will live fulfilled and successful adult lives.

Pupils are given every opportunity to achieve their very best, whether it be in the academic classroom, the creative arts departments, or on the sports field. They thrive in this welcoming and purposeful environment and develop into highly able individuals who leave prepared to live positive lives; able to work with others; self-confident, resilient and who show initiative and leadership.