A-Level Results Day 2021 in pictures: Celebrations all round for The Blackpool Sixth Form College students

Students, staff and families gathered at Blackpool Sixth on the morning of Tuesday, August 10 to find out which grades they were awarded with after a year filled with Covid disruptions.

By Rebecca Beardmore

Published 10th Aug 2021, 15:45 GMT

At The Blackpool Sixth Form College in Blackpool Old Road, students on 59 courses achieved a 100 per cent pass rate, with the college's overall pass rate standing at 99.6 per cent.

The percentage of students achieving the highest grade possible also increased for the third consecutive year, despite the disruptions to learning Covid has brought over the last 18 months.

Jill Gray, Blackpool Sixth Principal, said: "We are delighted with these wonderful results and are extremely proud of our students. We cannot underestimate the significant effort that they have shown in achieving these exceptional outcomes.

"The results truly reflect the hard work, adaptability,resilience and determination that students have shown during such an unsettling time in their education. We are also incredibly grateful for the invaluable support and understanding of our parents and carers.

"Of course, none of this would have been possible without the passion, dedication and professionalism of our amazing staff, who continually give their all and inspire our students to thrive and succeed.

"We wish our students every success and happiness as they move onto the next stage of their education or career."

Emotional embraces as students picked up their A-level exam results at Blackpool Sixth.

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Emotional embraces as students picked up their A-level exam results at Blackpool Sixth. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media

Blackpool Sixth students and principal Jill Gray celebrate after achieving a 99.6 per cent overall pass rate in 2021.

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Blackpool Sixth students and principal Jill Gray celebrate after achieving a 99.6 per cent overall pass rate in 2021. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media

Students jump for joy as they collect their A-level results and take one step closer to achieving their dream careers.

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Students jump for joy as they collect their A-level results and take one step closer to achieving their dream careers. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media

Andrew Speight is heading into a role at Blackpool Council as an advisor for its NEET strategy, for young people not in education, employment or training. He achieved three A*s in sociology, psychology and modern history.

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Andrew Speight is heading into a role at Blackpool Council as an advisor for its NEET strategy, for young people not in education, employment or training. He achieved three A*s in sociology, psychology and modern history. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media

Sophie Hird and Ella Peebles celebrate their results. Sophie achieved two A*s in psychology and geography and an A in maths. Ella achieved three A*s in English language, English literature and media studies, plus an A for her extended project.

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Sophie Hird and Ella Peebles celebrate their results. Sophie achieved two A*s in psychology and geography and an A in maths. Ella achieved three A*s in English language, English literature and media studies, plus an A for her extended project. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media

Amy Shuttleworth achieved two As in psychology and religion, ethics and philosophy and a B in biology.

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Amy Shuttleworth achieved two As in psychology and religion, ethics and philosophy and a B in biology. Photo: Daniel Martino - JPI Media