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A level Exam Results 2017 (415 Exams)

Grade	Percentage
A* A	45%
A* AB	74%
A* ABC	89%

Grade	Percentage
A* A	45%
B	29%
C	16%
D	8%
E	2%
U	0%

Ashbourne students defy the downward national trend in top A-Level grades

In 2016, Ashbourne’s students achieved 51% A*/A grades in their A-Level exams, a rise of 4% from last year. This contradicted the downward national trend in A-Level grades. Across the country the proportion of A-Level grades achieved in independent schools that were A* or A was 48.7%, down from 49.3% last year, still far above the national average of 25.8%. Set against the tougher standards set by the A-Level exam boards, Ashbourne’s A-Level results are all the more remarkable.

We are very proud of our students’ achievement and acknowledge the primary importance of their effort. Without their ambition, determination and hard work our college would not be as successful as it is. We believe that our students also benefit from these key factors:

Our students have high expectations, which are encouraged and nurtured by some very talented teachers.
Personal and UCAS Tutors spend much of their time with students individually, to monitor their progress constantly throughout the year and to ensure a really confident university application.
Small classes promote engagement, which is further enhanced by extending the normal teaching time.
There is competition for places in our upper sixth form; students must reach at least C grade standard at AS before proceeding to the second year of A Level. Morale is boosted because the students share similar ambitions and goals.
Preparation for exams is a priority. Constant regular testing provides a vital benchmark for all.
Personal Tutors insist on the highest standards in behaviour and academic discipline.
The College has an informal atmosphere, helping students to develop a sense of independence and responsibility so that they can flourish when they arrive at university.
Student happiness is paramount; it is rare to find an unhappy student at Ashbourne.

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A level Exam Results 2016 (328 Exams)

Grade	Percentage
A* A	51%
A* AB	76%
A* ABC	92%

Grade	Percentage
A* A	51%
B	25%
C	16%
D	6%
E	2%
U	0%

Will Jacobs
A – English Lit A – History A – Maths History at LSE – London School of Economics and Political Science (University of London)

Hong Minh Nguyen
A* – Chemistry A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A* – Physics Engineering at Cambridge University

Anna Shmatenko
A*- Media A – English Lit A – Russian B – SpanishEnglish at Cambridge University

Mahynour Elbessoumy
A- Maths A- Economics A – Further Maths A – French Economics at LSE – London School of Economics (University of London)

Danielle Bernard-DeShong
A – Biology A – Chemistry A – Maths Gap Year

Jessica Howe
A – History A – Biology A – Gov Pol Bioveterinary Sciences at Royal Veterinary College (University of London)

Valentina Funaro
A* – Biology A – Maths A – Chemistry A – Psychology A – Spanish Biomedical Science at Imperial College (University of London)

Soala Ajienka
A* – Physics A* – Maths A* – Fine Art A – History of Art Architecture at Cambridge University

Ramasu Ramasu
A – Maths A – Chemistry A – Physics Engineering (Electronic and Electrical) at UCL

Nikita Bourtakov
A* – Media Studies A* – Maths A* Russian (sat at previous school) Politics and East European Studies at UCL

Xiaoyu Weng
A* – Chemistry A* – Further Maths A* – Maths A* – Physics Mathematics at Cambridge University

Zheng Liu
A* – Further Maths A* – Maths A – Physics A – Chinese Civil Engineering at Imperial College (University of London)

Dinh Hieu Phan
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – History B – Economics Economics and Economic History at LSE – London School of Economics and Political Science (University of London)

Abdulrazaq Momoh
A* – Maths A* – Physics A – Biology A – Chemistry Gap Year

Tracy Nwokoma
A* – Biology A – English Lit A – Chemistry Gap Year

Antonio Magalhães Deccache
A* – Further Maths A* – Maths A* – Physics A* – Portuguese Civil Engineering at Imperial College (University of London)

Shahjahan Mirza
A* – Economics A – Accounting A – Maths Economics at UCL

Uliana Shesterkina
A* – Maths A* – Russian A – History of Art C – Art (Fine Art) Architecture at University of Edinburgh

Lucas Frayssinet
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – French Business Management at Kings College (University of London)

Lucia Zubalova
A* – Film A – History of Art A – GermanHistory of Art at Courtauld Institute of Art (University of London)

A level Exam Results 2015 (354 Exams)

Grade	Percentage
A* A	47%
A* AB	74%
A* ABC	92%

Grade	Percentage
A* A	47%
B	27%
C	18%
D	6%
E	2%
U	1%

Student Highlights 2015

Danial Rahimi Farahani
A* – Maths A* – Persian A – Biology A – Chemistry A – Further Maths Medicine at UCL

Zige Zhang
A* – Maths A – Physics A – Chinese A – Further Maths A – Chemistry Chemistry at Durham University

Yanni She
A* – Physics A* – Chinese A* – Further Maths A* – Maths Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College London

Lidiia Makarova
A* – Art A* – Russian A* – History of Art A* – Textiles Art and Design at Central St Martin’s

Anastasia Angeli
A* – History of Art A* – Russian A – Art A – Maths Architecture and Planning at University of the West of England

Susannah Bain
A* – English Literature A* – Drama and Theatre Studies A – History A – Philosophy History at UCL

Alina Antonova
A* – English Literature A* – Drama and Theatre Studies A – History A – Philosophy History at UCL

Jiaming Ning
A* – Further Maths A* – Maths A – Physics B – Accounts Mechanical Engineering at Imperial College London

Trung Bui
A* – Maths A – Business Studies A – Economics B – Further Maths Management Science at UCL

Julia Stakhorska
A* – Russian A – Media Studies A – Maths B – German

Bita Barghi
A – Biology A – Maths A – Persian B – Chemistry Psychology at Queen Mary University, London

Diana Hilsdon
A* – Russian A – English Literature A – Psychology C – Biology Linguistics at UCL

Siannae Anderson
A* – English Literature A – Drama and Theatre Studies A – Art English and Theatre Studies at University of Warwick

Khadija Owusu
A* – Biology A – Chemistry A – Maths Medicine at St George’s

Nicola Brownless
A* – English Literature A – Drama and Theatre Studies A – Psychology Gap Year

Demelza Williams
A* – English Literature A – History A – Classic Civilisation English Literature and Classics at University of Edinburgh

Kerry Ashworth
A* – German A – French A – History French and Management at King’s College London

Ayub Yusuf
A* – Maths A – Physics A – Further Maths Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Imperial College

Boitshepo Laletsang
A – Maths A – Physics A – Biology UCL – Biomedical Engineering

A level Exam Results 2014 (291 Exams)

Grade	Percentage
A* A	54%
A* AB	77%
A* ABC	91%

Grade	Percentage
A* A	54%
B	22%
C	14%
D	6%
E	3%
U	1%

Student Highlights

Jae Hyuk Yang
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A – Physics Mathematics at UCL

Quynh Mai Do
A* – Maths A* – Further MathsA – Physics A – Chemistry Chemical Engineering at UCL

Phi Bang Vo
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A – Physics Mathematics at Cambridge

Karolina Anna Cybulski
A- Film A- English Literature A- Drama Film Production at the Arts University Bournemouth.*

Tuelo Nadia Kgomotso
A – Maths A – French A- Economics B – Further Maths Economics and Mathematics at Royal Holloway London.

Angela Man Ching Wu
A* – Biology A – Chemistry A – Maths Biomedical Science at Imperial College

Justin Charles Vallis
A* – Economics A – English Literature A – Maths Economics at Durham.

Daniel Johnston
A* – Biology A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A – Physics Aeronautical Engineering at Imperial College London.

Robert Madge
A* – Media A – English Literature A – Drama A – Phil English Literature at Warwick.

Sofia Diazmeen Sofia Diazmeen Sabben
A* – English Literature A – Drama A – Biology Humanities at the New College of the Humanities.

Bartosz Burkot
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – Economics A – German A – Polish Mathematics at Warwick.

Alina Kuzmich
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – Chemistry A – Russian C – Physics Chemistry at Warwick.

Yolanda Yaoyi Xu Cheng
A* – Spanish A* – Maths A – Further MathsA* – Physics Electrical and Electronic Engineering at Southampton.

Hussain Patel
A* – Sociology A – Maths A – History A – Gov Pol History at UCL.

Rodrigo Ribeiro
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – Chemistry A – Physics A – Portuguese Airspace Engineering at Bristol.

Flora Opeoluwa Fajemirokun
A* – Maths A – Chemistry A – Physics Computer Science at UCL

Chun-Yu Chou
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A* – Chinese A – Economics Economics and Management at Oxford.

Sina Bekarian
A* – Maths A* – Persian A – Further Maths A – Physics Business Studies at City

Assel Yerdenova
A* – Biology A* – Russian A* – Maths A – Chemistry Goethe-Institut.

Daniel Beurthe
A – English Literature A – Latin A – Maths B – Economics

Omar Kouli
A* – Biology A* – Maths A* – Arabic A – Chemistry A – Physic Medicine at University of Toronto

Vanessa Badas
A – Chemistry A – French A – Spanish Medicine at Exeter

Francesca Nardone
A* – Music A – French A – Maths Liberal Arts at King’s College London

A level Exam Results 2013 (284 Exams)

Grade	Percentage
A* A	45%
A* AB	74%
A* ABC	89%

Grade	Percentage
A* A	45%
B	29%
C	15%
D	8%
E	4%
U	0%

Student Highlights

Huy Quang
A* – Accounts A – Maths A – Further Maths Business Management at King’s College London.

Jean Burnazyan
A* – Maths A* – RussianA – Economics A – Further Maths He did two years course in a year. Very hardworking and well organised. This is evident from the final exam results. Morse (Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics) at Warwick.

Anna Carobin
A* – Spanish A – Biology A – Italian B – Chemistry B – Maths Anna was very driven and took her studies very seriously. Her essays were a pleasure to read: they demonstrated her maturity and clarity of thought. At the same time, she was instantly likable,approachable and very down-to-earthNeuroscience at King’s College London.

Grace Emily Copeland-Tucker
A- Eng Lit A- Spanish A- Drama and T A- French Grace always put a lot of effort and time in everything she made. She had a very positive attitude towards school and really enjoyed studying Languages. She was very hard-working but also very cooperative, pleasant and friendly. Modern Languages at UCL.

Cecilia Della Torre
A* – Italian A – Spanish B- Philosophy B – Gov Pol Cecilia has a winning personality. She was always very vocal about many different controversial issues, making our debates in lessons especially lively and interesting. She was also very open, tolerant to others and dotted with a great sense of humour.Philosophy and Hispanic Studies at King’s College London

Minh Phuong Do
A – Accounts A – Business A – Maths Very well organised and highly motivated. Not afraid to seek help whenever needed. Business Management at Queen Mary.

Quoc Dat Doan
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A – Physics A – Business He had a structured approach of learning. He has an inquiring mind and always wanted to understand the principles behind. Electronics and Electrical Engineering at UCL.

Ngoc Anh Vu Ha
A* – Biology A – Chemistry A – Maths C – French Vu joined us from Vietnam in 2012 to study Biology, French, Chemistry and Maths. He was an extremely hard working member of the school and due to his hard work earned a coveted spot to read medicine at South Hampton. Medicine at University College London (UCL).

Hana Ishikawa
A* – Fine Art A* – Maths A – ChemistryHana is a truly exceptional artist who in choosing to develop her artistic imagination at university had to set aside her deep interest in science.Her artistic ability and intellect were confirmed when she was offered a place at the Ruskin School Oxford; her independence and spirit when she declined this place in favour of a course in film production at the University of Westminster. Film is Hana s true passion which she intends to exploit in future to explore the diverse culture of her native Indonesia.Film and Television Production at Westminster.

Natasha Kaulsay
A – Biology A – Economics A – History The ever impressive Natasha came to Ashbourne to study Biology, Economics and History. She was very successful in sciences and was awarded the 2013 Ashbourne Natural Sciences award for her efforts. Law at Queen Mary.

Aytan Mehdiyeva
A* – Textiles A – Art A – RussianAytan’s considerable skill with colour and pattern was matched only by her determination and hard work. Her portfolio of fashion and soft furnishing designs was of such high standard that she won a place on the degree course at Central St Martin’s, by-passing the usual requirement for a Foundation Year.Textile Design at University of the Arts London.

Andrew Kopo Motlhajoe
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A – Economics A – Accounts A – Physics Highly intelligent. He uses time efficiently to carry out his tasks. He demonstrated reasonable understanding of the subjects. He was able to assimilate facts and concepts quickly. Actuarial Science at LSE – London School of Economics and Political Science.

Phung Nhi Nguyen
A* – Economics A* – Maths A* – Further MathsA* – Psychology A – Geography Nhi is one of the most dedicated students it has been our pleasure to teach.Such a wide range is remarkable in itself but in Nhi’s case even more so when one considers that English is not her first language. Such breadth also indicates a mind which has freed itself from the often bland, formulaic, and narrow approach to education found in developing countries. It is heartening to think that her development has benefited from the liberal critical culture which is a hallmark of education in the UK. A spectacular achievement. Economics at University College London.

Thi Huyen My Nguyen
A – Fine Art A – French B – Maths Architecture at University of Kent at Canterbury.

Nicolas Alexander David Phillips.
A* – Accounts A – Maths A – Further Maths B – Economics Economics and Mathematics at University of Edinburgh.

Annabel Reed
A – Philosophy Philosophy and Theology at Oxford University.

Nicole Alina Turner
A – Drama and T A – Polish A – Eng Lit B – Spanish Nicole came to Ashbourne from Sylvia Young’s Drama School and put all her singing passion and acting acumen to great use in some outstanding performances in both the Revue and Practical Drama Exams. Comparative Literature at King’s College London.

Grace Vance
A* – Drama and T A – Eng Literature B – Spanish Grace arrived at Ashbourne fresh from Sylvia Young’s and determined to make her mark creatively in the world! During her two years at Ashbourne, Grace discovered a growing passion for the academic side of literature and this evolved eventually into a place at Bristol to study English Literature; which she has deferred for a year to pursue her first love of Performing, resulting in highly lauded auditions for Central School of Drama. English Literature at University of Bristol.

Christopher Wong
A* – Maths A – Chinese A – Chemistry A – Biology A – PhysicsConsidering the fact he did two years course in one year, it is a testimony to show his ability and understanding of Mathematics and physics. He was a very hard working and motivated student who completed the entire A-level syllabus in one yearBiomolecular Science at University of St Andrew.

A level Exam Results 2012 (260 Exams)

Grade	Percentage
A* A	40%
A* AB	67%
A* ABC	80%

Grade	Percentage
A* A	40%
B	27%
C	12%
D	14%
E	7%
U	1%

Student Highlights

Chelcie Poole
A* – English Literature A – Drama A – Italian B – History For the past two years Chelcie has devoted time to learning Italian. She took it upon herself to learn the foreign language by spending her summers working in Italy and overcame the challenge of completing Italian in a one-year A level course. History and Italian at University of St. Andrews.

Pinky Chng
A* – Maths A* – English Literature A – Psychology A – Economics Pinky joined Ashbourne from her high school in Singapore to embark upon an ambitious programme of four full A-levels in just eighteen-months. University College London.

Elizabeth Hughes
A* – English Literature A – History A – History of Art Lizzie is editor of the College Magazine, a natural leader, organiser and an active participant in College life. She has an original and inquisitive mind that has earned her a place at New College of the Humanities. Lizzie will have the opportunity to exchange and refine ideas with international thinkers such as A. C. Grayling.

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Elizabeth Hughes � Successful A Level Student at Ashbourne College in London

A* Maths
A*    Further Maths
A*    Physics
A*    Chemistry
A     Economics

He joined Ashbourne from Japan to undertake five demanding A-level subjects in two years.

Unconditional offer at University of Cambridge.

Carmen Manzano
A* – Arts, Craft and Design A* – Textiles A – Philosophy A – Business Studies Carmen is unique amongst aspiring Art College students at Ashbourne in that she is a keen philosopher. During her time at Ashbourne she has been an important member of our extra-curricular course in Critical Theory and was able to absorb the theories of a diverse range of thinkers from Freud to Althusser. University for the Creative Arts.

Nam Long Nguyen
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A* – Biology A* – Chemistry Nam Long joined Ashbourne from Vietnam to pursue an eighteen-month A-level course in Biology, Chemistry and Maths. He is interested in the techniques and developments in medicine but is also very conscious and concerned about the ethical issues involved in much scientific development. Medicine at St George’s University of London.

Kitso Kewagamang
A – Biology A – Chemistry A – Maths A – Physics Kitso is one of four students in his year group, at Ashbourne, who are being sponsored by the government of Botswana’s gifted and talented programme to study abroad. Medicine at University of Bristol.

Phuong Thao Nguyen
A* – Maths A – Physics A – Art B – Further Maths Thao is a talented musician and is also a part of a dance troupe that performed a stunning exhibition of traditional Vietnamese dancing for our Annual College Revue. Architecture at University of Edinburgh.

James Kelly
A – Chemistry A – Maths B – Physics James has thrived under our ethos and has succeeded academically whilst also making a very positive contribution to extracurricular activities and life in the college in general. Chemistry with Industrial Experience at University of Bristol.

Mimi Moilwa
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – Accounts B – Economics Mimi is Ashbourne’s Head Girl and is one of the select, gifted students that are sponsored by Botswana’s government to study abroad. Actuarial Science at London School of Economics.

Le Ha Anh Phung
A* – Maths A* – Further Maths A* – Economics A* – Chemistry Anh joined Ashbourne from Vietnam in September 2010. She has excelled academically during her time here and became the captain of our Senior Mathematics Challenge team that competed last November at Imperial College. Economics at London School of Economics

Maja Laskowska
A* – English Literature A – Drama A – Polish B – History of Art Maja joined Ashbourne from Poland in September 2011 and has blossomed into an impressive performer with a rare intensity. King’s College London to read Comparative Literature with Film Studies.

Duncan Mpusetsang
A* – Maths A – Further Maths A – Chemistry B – Physics Duncan joined Ashbourne from Botswana on a competitive government scholarship. Actuarial Science at London School of Economics.

Yolanda Sithole
A – English Literature A – Drama B – French Yolanda Sithole has been a committed figure of our drama department and has contributed toward the highlights of our Annual Revue. Her interest lies in the relationships between texts and the social, linguistic and historical contexts that generate them. Comparative Literature at King’s College London.

Olivia Jeavons
A* – Maths A – History A – Economics Olivia joined Ashbourne in September 2011 to complete her A-levels since relocating from her high school in Dubai. Her smooth transition into life in the UK is a testament to her level of maturity. Economics and Politics at University of Manchester.

A level Exam Results 2017 (415 Exams)

Ashbourne students defy the downward national trend in top A-Level grades

Student Highlights

A level Exam Results 2016 (328 Exams)

Will Jacobs

Hong Minh Nguyen

Anna Shmatenko

Mahynour Elbessoumy

Danielle Bernard-DeShong

Jessica Howe

Valentina Funaro

Soala Ajienka

Ramasu Ramasu

Nikita Bourtakov

Xiaoyu Weng

Zheng Liu

Dinh Hieu Phan

Abdulrazaq Momoh

Tracy Nwokoma

Antonio Magalhães Deccache

Shahjahan Mirza

Uliana Shesterkina

Lucas Frayssinet

Lucia Zubalova

A level Exam Results 2015 (354 Exams)

Student Highlights 2015

Danial Rahimi Farahani

Zige Zhang

Yanni She

Lidiia Makarova

Anastasia Angeli

Susannah Bain

Alina Antonova

Jiaming Ning

Trung Bui

Julia Stakhorska

Bita Barghi

Diana Hilsdon

Siannae Anderson

Khadija Owusu

Nicola Brownless

Demelza Williams

Kerry Ashworth

Ayub Yusuf

Boitshepo Laletsang

A level Exam Results 2014 (291 Exams)

Student Highlights

Jae Hyuk Yang

Quynh Mai Do

Phi Bang Vo

Karolina Anna Cybulski

Tuelo Nadia Kgomotso

Angela Man Ching Wu

Justin Charles Vallis

Daniel Johnston

Robert Madge

Sofia Diazmeen Sofia Diazmeen Sabben

Bartosz Burkot

Alina Kuzmich

Yolanda Yaoyi Xu Cheng

Hussain Patel

Rodrigo Ribeiro

Flora Opeoluwa Fajemirokun

Chun-Yu Chou

Sina Bekarian

Assel Yerdenova

Daniel Beurthe

Omar Kouli

Vanessa Badas

Francesca Nardone

A level Exam Results 2013 (284 Exams)

Student Highlights

Huy Quang

Jean Burnazyan

Anna Carobin

Grace Emily Copeland-Tucker

Cecilia Della Torre

Minh Phuong Do

Quoc Dat Doan

Ngoc Anh Vu Ha