The proportion of students passing their A-Level exams at Lincoln College has increased once again.

Following another successful year, the percentage of final year students achieving grades A* to E is now 98% while the number of students getting A* to C is 64%.

Vice Principal (Curriculum, Planning and Quality) Gordon Gillespie said it’s testament to the hard work of the staff but primarily of the students.

“We’re delighted that the pass rate at Lincoln College has gone up once again to 98%,” said Gordon.

“I would like to congratulate both our AS and A Level students who have done fantastically well and have done themselves, their families and the college proud.

“Of course there will be some students who haven’t got the grades they wanted and I would urge them to get in touch with our careers advisers who will be able to talk to them about their next steps.

“Although it might feel like it it’s not the end of the world and they may still be able to gain a place at university through Clearing. We certainly have places available on our Higher Education courses as well as apprenticeships for those who would rather earn while they learn.”

Lincoln College also offers a JobMatch service to help students find employment by advertising part-time and full-time vacancies. It also teaches students how to write a CV and prepare for job interviews.

Among the students nervously opening their envelopes this morning was Martha O’Toole who got three As in Law, Sociology and English Language and plans to study Law at The University of Nottingham.

“My teachers helped a lot with my studies but I think the main reason for my success was that the Library was open so late, I spent most nights in there till 7pm from September onwards last year!

“My advice to students thinking of doing their A-Levels next year is work hard because it pays off!”

Nineteen-year-old Emma Fox from Dry Doddington overcame serious illness to complete her exams. She got three As in Chemistry, Biology and Maths and wants to study Mechanical Engineering at The University of Sheffield.

“I spent 22 months in hospital before completing my GCSEs at Lincoln College in 2012. Last year I finished my AS Levels and this year I’ve managed to get three straight As which I’m still in shock about!

“The last three years have been very hard for me but the staff at Lincoln College have been really supportive. I’m now going to the cinema with my friends to celebrate my success!”

Students interested in enrolling on a Higher Education course at Lincoln College starting in September can call the Clearing hotline on 01522 876 398. So long as you meet the entry requirements and there are places available, the college will be able to make you a provisional offer over the phone and send you an email confirming the details.

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About The Lincoln College Group 

• Lincoln College is the largest educational institution in the county with 10,000 students across three campuses in Lincoln, Gainsborough and Newark.
• It is the largest provider of business training and skills in Lincolnshire providing training for around 1,200 businesses in Lincolnshire and Nottinghamshire.
• The College is rated Outstanding by Ofsted and has a wide range of full, part-time and short courses for students aged 14 and above, including university-level courses.
• Deans Sport and Leisure opened in July 2012. It provides teaching and recreation facilities for Lincoln College students and operates as a commercial sports centre, open to the general public.
• The Lincoln College Group comprises Lincoln College and sister campuses in Newark and Gainsborough and also incorporates The Newark Academy and The Gainsborough Academy.

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