Post-16 attainment up by almost 15 per cent at Retford's Elizabethan Sixth Form

The results represent a significant increase on last year, with students achieving even stronger outcomes across a range of subjects.

The proportion of the highest grades (A*-A) has more than doubled compared with 2025 with one in five grades now at this standard, while overall average attainment is up by almost 15 per cent, demonstrating the continued upward trajectory of the sixth form.

Among the highlights of this year's results, nearly two-thirds of all A Level grades were awarded an A*-C grade.

The sixth form also recorded positive student progress outcomes, demonstrating that students achieved beyond expectations.

Alongside these strong academic outcomes, students studying vocational and applied qualifications continued to achieve well, reflecting the breadth and strength of the sixth form curriculum.

Tom Crowther, principal said: “We are delighted with this year’s results, which reflect both the hard work of our students and the continued improvement we are seeing across the sixth form.

"These outcomes demonstrate the dedication, ambition and resilience of our young people, supported by an exceptional team of staff and the encouragement of families.

"We wish all of our students every success as they move on to the next stage”

Lee Dainty, senior assistant principal and head of sixth form, said: "Today is all about our students and celebrating their achievements. This has been a

fantastic year group who have approached their studies with dedication, maturity and a real determination to do their best.

"We are thrilled with their outcomes and immensely proud of what they have accomplished. Behind every result is a great deal of effort, perseverance and personal growth, and it has been wonderful to see students rewarded for all their hard work.

"As they move on to the next stage of their journey, whether that be university, apprenticeships, employment or further training, we wish them every success.

“They leave us with our congratulations and very best wishes for the future."

This year's students have secured places at universities across the country, higher and degree apprenticeships, employment and specialist training programmes, allowing them to take exciting next steps towards their future careers.