Post-16 students open their A-level results at Abbeywood Community School
Abbeywood Community School is celebrating outstanding post-16 success with students progressing to top universities and apprenticeships with leading employers.
Headteacher Ben Dilley spoke of his immense pride in the students’ achievements.
He said: “These results are a source of great pride for the entire Abbeywood community. They reflect the hard work, ambition and perseverance of our students, supported every step of the way by our committed staff and families. Alongside record numbers of applications for Abbeywood in 2026, they provide further evidence of the strength of the education and opportunities we offer.
“As a school, we are proud to serve our community by delivering an education that prepares young people not only for future study and employment, but also to play an active and positive role in the life of our local area. Our students leave Abbeywood with the confidence, knowledge and values needed to succeed and contribute meaningfully to society. We congratulate every student on their achievements and wish them every success for the future.”
Commenting on the outcomes, director of post-16 Rich Williams said he was delighted by the students’ achievements: “We celebrate the incredible achievements of our students, whose hard work and determination have led to well-deserved success, and high-quality post-18 destinations. It is a real pleasure to see such a diverse range of degree pathways across many universities, reflecting the ambition and individuality of each student. We are also thrilled that a number of our students will be moving onto ambitious and challenging advanced apprenticeships with leading companies in the Engineering industry.”
Some particularly notable individual achievements include:
● Will W – A*s in Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, and A in Further Maths, going on to study Physics at the University of Birmingham
● James V – A*s in Mathematic and Physics, A in Further Maths and Economics, going on to start an apprenticeship with Burgess Salmon
● Emma C – A* in Geography, Distinction * in Business Studies, A in Design Technology, going on to study Geography at Loughborough University
● Oyindamola A – As in Biology, Chemistry and Mathematics, going on to study Natural Sciences at the University of Bath
● Matteo D – A* in Mathematics, As in Biology and History, going on to study Mathematics, Statistics and Data at the University of Bath
● Rebecca F – A* in English Literature, As in Mathematics and Drama and Theatre, going on to study English and Drama at the University of Exeter
Other notable achievements include Ethan B (Double Distinction * in Engineering and beginning an apprenticeship with MACH Machines); Tallulah W (A in Art); Wes D (Distinction in Games Design); Lewis L (A* in both Criminology and Sociology); Sam C (B in Design Technology and C in Art).
Claire Moloney-Banks, CEO of Olympus Academy Trust, celebrated the students’ accomplishments and recognised the collective efforts that underpin the school’s high standards of education and support. She said: “At Olympus Academy Trust, we are committed to ensuring every young person can fulfil their potential, and these results demonstrate what can be achieved through hard work, excellent teaching and strong support. We are delighted for Abbeywood’s students as they take their next steps and wish them every success in the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.”