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At the end of March, we took eighty students from eight schools across Bristol for a two-day visit to Trinity Hall, Cambridge. The trips are designed to encourage applications to prestigious universities from students that otherwise may not have considered that option for several reasons. The students were offered subject lectures and took part in workshops designed to hone critical thinking and improve interview performance.

The students were able to get a taste of life at Cambridge, with tours of the library, chapel and other facilities as well as the opportunity to visit other colleges. Staying in the halls gave a chance to relax with students from other schools, great preparation for the real thing at the end of Sixth Form.

We are grateful to all the staff at Trinity Hall, especially Xanthé Robertson, for making us so welcome and giving students such a valuable experience.

Areté students had the great privilege to be invited to a CAFOD reception at Speakers House within the grounds of the Houses of Parliament at the end of March, where they met MP’s and other CAFOD supporters and donors during this Jubilee Year.

On 11th March we were fortunate enough to host a visit from Professor Deborah Prentice, Vice-Chancellor of Cambridge University.  She was interested to learn how we delivered the University’s HE+ programme across sixth forms in Bristol. 

Last week, a team of Year 7 students competed at the South West Region First Lego League competition.

On Tuesday 25th February, 30 Sixth Form students from year 12 took part in the annual London Law and Politics Trip. 

All those that are part of the St Bede’s Catholic College community are delighted to celebrate the successes of Year 11 students this year.

Rob King, Principal, said: “This fantastic group of students has lived through a hugely challenging time. Despite the uncertainty, they have worked hard and risen to the challenges in a way that is so impressive. These children have grown in all aspects of their life, but today is a wonderful opportunity to celebrate their academic successes. Although we have many great performances at the top end, with large numbers of grades 8 and 9, we want to recognise all the huge achievements from students that have been dealing with very difficult circumstances. These students have earned the grades that will allow them to take their next steps in life. The students are a credit to themselves, their families and the college and we know they are going to make important contributions to our society in the future”.

“I would also like to thank the staff who have supported the students wonderfully, both through emotional care and in preparing them well for their examinations.”

Alicia Chrysostomou, Chair of Governors, said: “Well done to everyone, students and staff, in this most challenging of years. We wish each and every student success in their next steps”.

Result highlights

82% of students achieved a 4 or higher in English and Maths.
33% of all grades were 7 or higher.
The Attainment 8 score was 5.5.
The top achievers include:

Romily M: Ten grade 9s

Christo J: Seven grade 9s, one grade 8 and two grade 7s.

Nicole S: Seven grade 9s, one Level 2 Distinction*, one grade 8 and one grade 5.

Alessia L: Eight grade 9s, one grade 8 and two grade 7s.

Andrea G: Four grade 9s, one Level 2 Distinction*, two grade 8s, two grade 7s and one grade 6.

Giuseppe L: Five grade 9s, three grade 8s, one grade 6 and one grade 5.

Mollie M: Three grade 9s, five grade 8s, one grade 7 and one grade 6.

Theodora S: Five grade 9s, three grade 8s, two grade 7s and one grade 5.