A Level Results: Ulverston school has best day on record

Ulverston Victoria High School paid tribute to the 'astounding success' with the majority of Year 13 students earning a spot at their first choice universities.

A considerable number of pupils have also qualified to take up highly sought-after higher apprenticeships and degree apprenticeships, with the likes of BAE in particular.

Head of Sixth Form Rob Rastelli said “Once again, the commitment that our students have shown throughout their two years of study at UVHS has been reflected in another year of great results for both individual students and the school as a whole.

"As well as some phenomenal achievements, there are many who have also shown great progress, sometimes through adversity, and now have the perfect springboard to propel themselves into the future."

Aside from the general success seen at the school, a number of pupils were rightly highlighted for their personal triumphs.

Michael Walmsley pictured with Anna Lapegue-Brown, both of whom are off to Oxford (Image: Matthew Holmes)

Michael Walmsley achieved four A* grades, with another A* in his EPQ, and is now heading to Oxford to study medicine where he has his eyes set on a big target.

He said: "During my EPQ, I had to write a dissertation and I chose to look into the treatment of Parkinson's Disease.

"Going forward, we'll have a project in our third year at university [out of a six-year course] and I really think I'm going to revisit this topic to build upon my research."

Sophie Robinson also achieved straight A*s in Religious Studies, Sociology and Psychology, and she paid tribute to the teachers who made it possible.

"They were always so supportive and made me feel like I could take as long as I needed," she said.

"They're probably the biggest reason that I've been able to accomplish this."

Matthew Paule made sure to check on UCAS before arriving at school to avoid any 'nasty surprises' (Image: Matthew Holmes)

Chris Brayshaw and Matthew Paule have earned themselves spots at Oxford thanks to their respective three A*s and an A each.

Aside from the usual academics, UVHS has also made a name for itself in the music scene with the award-winning violinist Bethany Pugh and piano aficionado Anna Lapegue-Brown going to the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland and Oxford respectively. 

Matthew Hardwick, the headteacher at UVHS, added: “Yet again, I am at a loss for words commenting on the achievements of our students.

"This year’s results are a testament to all of the hard work and dedication shown not only by our Year 13 cohort but also our incredible staff who are renowned for ‘going the extra mile’ for their students.”