WELCOME TO BURNLEY COLLEGE SIXTH FORM CENTRE’S
AWARDS FOR EXCELLENCE
2025
This is a special evening for all of us. It’s an evening where your exceptional A Level, T Level, Vocational and sporting achievements are celebrated.
It’s an opportunity for us all – families, friends, staff, Governors and special guests – to congratulate you on your success and share our pride in all you have achieved during your time at our amazing college.
It is also an opportunity for us to reflect on the past academic year. It’s a year which has seen multiple awards and nominations on a national scale, from outstanding learners to cutting-edge architecture, industry-leading cyber curricula to Esports.
We’ve welcomed experts from fields as diverse as early years and healthcare to cybernetics and soap operas! Our learners have travelled the world, exploring Europe and even wild camping in Norway.
You have grown in your knowledge, in your skills and as talented young people. You have shown the determination, the passion and the focus needed to succeed. This evening, we are proud to recognise each of you as an exceptional student: a student who has shown commitment in achieving your goals, excelling in your studies and earning a place at a leading university, starting a successful career and truly making a difference. You are one of tomorrow’s leaders.
This evening’s entertainment continues the theme of excellence, showcasing the talent and innovation of students in our Creative Industries and Computing division who will perform for us.
Thank you for joining us on this special occasion. It’s a true highlight in the college calendar. We wish you every success in the future as you take the skills, knowledge and self-belief you have developed at Burnley College Sixth Form Centre into the wider world, making your mark in industry and society – shaping the future for everyone.
Kate Wallace Interim Principal
2025 HAS BEEN A YEAR OF INCREDIBLE SUCCESS AT BURNLEY COLLEGE SIXTH FORM CENTRE
A LEVELS
99.6% pass rate across all subjects
92.2% of students achieved at least one A*-C grade
68.9% of students achieved at least one A*-B grade
30.6% of students achieved at least one A*-A grade
T LEVEL
98.7% pass rate across all subjects
PROGRESSION
From careers in medical law to architecture, veterinary science to mechanical engineering, neuroscience researchers, art critics, clinical pathologists, cyber security analysts, early years educators and more we’ve seen a year of incredible futures being forged.
Two learners gained entry to the University of Oxford alongside a whole host of learners reading a myriad of courses at Russell Group universities such as the University of Leeds, the University of Liverpool, Newcastle University and more.
BUILDING FUTURES AND CHANGING LIVES
Together
Creating a vibrant, supportive community is at the heart of everything we do at Burnley College.
Students, tutors, support staff, parents, guardians, governors and college leaders are dedicated to creating amazing futures.
RHIANNA MCMAHON
As you progress to the next, exciting chapter of your success story, we’re here to remind you that you will always be a part of Burnley College.
The lessons you have learned over your time here – both academic and in life experiences – will serve you well and help you reach your full potential.
We love our alumni to stay in touch and continue to share their amazing stories with us. You are an inspiration to us all and the many, many students who will follow in your footsteps.
EMILY ROBERTSON
ELI JAROSZ
LET US ENTERTAIN YOU
This evening’s entertainment is brought to you by our exceptionally talented Burnley College Sixth Form Centre students along with Burnley College University Courses Performing Arts Learners.
OLIVER HARWOOD
Music Performance Alumni
Stereophonics, Dakota.
Oliver will also be performing an acoustic set before the ceremony begins.
MADDISON PICKLES
Year 2 Performing Arts
Firework from Moulin Rouge: The Musical.
SUMMER STUBBS, RUBY WHITTAKER AND MADDISON PICKLES
Year 2 Performing Arts Take That, Greatest Day.
OUR STUDENT GOVERNORS Izzie Balfour
Izzie brings a passion for understanding people and amplifying students’ voices to her role as Student Governor. Izzie was motivated to take up this important role because of her desire to create an environment where every person can feel that they are heard and valued.
“I want to create an environment where students feel comfortable sharing their ideas, concerns and aspirations.”
OUR STUDENT GOVERNORS
Hassan Khalil
Hassan brings an analytical mind and a drive to empower his peers to this vital role. Hassan’s keen interest in finance and his sharp mathematical mind have allowed him to explore the key connections between strategic leadership and economic balance. His vision as a Student Governor focuses on representing the collective student voice, driving innovation and championing his peers’ views and ideas.
“Every student’s perspective matters and I’m committed to creating positive changes which benefit all students.”
INTRODUCING THIS EVENING’S SPEAKER
Chloe Bond, BA. MA.
Chloe completed her A Levels at Burnley College in 2019, achieving exceptional grades across a broad range of subjects including English Language and Literature, History, Drama and Theatre Studies and Dance.
Her outstanding academic ability across multiple disciplines, combined with her passion for language and creativity, secured her a 1st Class Honours Degree in Education from the University of Cambridge.
She’s recently returned from a year in Canada reading her Master’s in Children’s Literature at the University of British Columbia and has joined Burnley College working in the marketing division, where her expert writing skills are being used to inspire passion in an entirely new generation of learners.
A LEVEL AWARDS Aadam Butt
Aadam, a former student at Sir John Thursby Community College, achieved exceptional results in Biology, Chemistry and Physical Education. He’s now progressing to the University of Bradford to read Optometry.
Nicole Bartlett
Nicole, a former student at Unity College, achieved exceptional grades in Psychology, Sociology and Level 3 Diploma in Criminology. She is now progressing to the University of Cardiff to read Psychology.
Olivia Craig
Olivia, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved exceptional grades in Mathematics, Electronics and Physics. She is now progressing to the University of Surrey to read Electronic Engineering.
Harrison Crooks
Harrison, a former student at Shuttleworth College, achieved exceptional results in Ancient History, Classical Civilisation and English Language. He is now progressing to the University of Reading to read Museum Studies and Archaeology.
Maryam Dar
Maryam, a former student at Sir John Thursby Community College, achieved exceptional results in Biology, English Language and Chemistry. She’s now progressing to the University of Leeds to read Dental Surgery.
Saskia Dickinson
Saskia, a former student at St Christopher C.E. High School Academy, achieved exceptional results in Physical Education, Psychology and Biology. She’s now progressing to Nottingham Trent University to read Sports Science and Coaching.
Lois Farrell
Lois, a former student at Blessed Trinity RC College, achieved exceptional grades in Biology, Level 3 Extended Certificate in Applied Science and Level 3 Diploma in Criminology. She’s progressing to start a Degree Apprenticeship at medical research company AstraZeneca.
Eva Flood
Eva, a former student at Todmorden High School, achieved exceptional grades in English Language, Psychology and Biology. She’s progressing to Leeds Beckett University to read Speech and Language Therapy.
Abigail Geary
Abigail, a former student at Rhyddings, achieved exceptional results in Biology, Chemistry and Environmental Science. She is now progressing to the University of Oxford to read Biology.
Henry Hanratty
Henry, from Oswaldtwistle, achieved exceptional results in Sociology, Psychology and English Language. He’s now progressing to the University of Bristol to read Sociology with Quantitative Research Methods.
Eli Jarosz
Eli, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved exceptional results in German, Environmental Science and Geography. He’s now progressing to the University of Oxford to read Geography.
A LEVEL AWARDS
Cameron Latif
Cameron, a former student at Queen Elizabeth’s Grammar School, achieved exceptional results in Mathematics, Computer Science and Chemistry. He’s now progressing to a Nuclear Engineering Degree Apprenticeship with Westing House Nuclear.
Naimah Miah
Naimah, a former student at Sir John Thursby Community College, achieved exceptional results in Chemistry, Biology and Psychology. She is now progressing to the University of Manchester to read Medicine.
Adam Mountford
Adam, a former student at Unity College, achieved exceptional results in Physics, Mathematics and Design Technology. He’s now progressing to the University of Staffordshire reading Mechanical Engineering.
Isabelle O’Connell
Isabelle, a former student at Ss John Fisher and Thomas More RC High School, achieved exceptional results in History, Psychology, Biology and English Literature. She is now progressing to the University of Sheffield to read Biomedical Science.
Francine Powell
Francine, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved exceptional results in History, Religious Studies and Business. She is now progressing to the University of Durham to read History.
Rosie Pritchard
Rosie, a former student at the Calder Learning Trust, achieved exceptional results in Biology, Geology and Chemistry. She is now progressing to the University of Lancaster to read Earth and Environmental Science.
A LEVEL AWARDS
Caden Redmond
Caden, a former student at Unity College, achieved exceptional results in History, English Language and Literature, and Psychology. They are now progressing to the University of Manchester to read English Literature a nd History.
Larry Rennoldson
Larry, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved exceptional results in Computer Science, Physics and Mathematics. He’s now progressing to the University of Sheffield to read Computer Systems Engineering.
Jessica Riley
Jessica, a former student at St Christophers CE High School Academy, achieved exceptional results in Art and Design (Graphic Communication), English Language and Media Studies. She is now progressing to Leeds Arts University to read Marketing Communications.
Sam Sheard
Sam, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved exceptional results in English Literature, Economics and German. He’s now progressing to read Linguistics at UCL.
Amelia Smith-Hands
Amelia, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved exceptional results in English Literature, English Language and Classical Civilisation. She’s now progressing to the University of Edinburgh to read English Literature and Classics.
Neve Tyborczyk
Neve, a former student at Haslingden High School, achieved exceptional results in Media Studies, Sociology and English Language and Literature. She is now progressing to the University of Manchester to study Digital Media, Culture and Society.
Lydia Uttley
Lydia, a former student at Blessed Trinity College, achieved exceptional results in History, Sociology and Law. She’s now progressing to the University of Manchester to read Law with Politics.
Amber Wilde
Amber, a former student at Clitheroe Ribblesdale County Secondary, achieved exceptional results in Film Studies, History and Classical Civilisation. She’s now progressing to the University of Glasgow to read Film and Television Studies.
VOCATIONAL AWARDS
Aminah Asif
Aminah, from Burnley, achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Business. She is now progressing to read Children Schools and Families at the University of Lancashire.
Freya Birch
Freya, a former student at Todmorden High School, achieved her Level 3 Extended Diploma in Uniformed Public Services. She is now progressing to the University of Central Lancashire to read a BSc (Hons) in Fire and Leadership Studies.
Finley Birtwell-Jones
Finley, a former student at Bowland High, achieved his Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports Coaching and Development. He is progressing to the University of Greater Manchester to study Sports Rehabilitation.
Paige Blackburn
Paige, a former student at Westholme School, Blackburn, achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Creative Digital Media. She is now progressing to Newcastle University to read Film Practices.
Libby-Grace Booth
Libby-Grace, a former student at Ribblesdale High School, achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Art Practice. She’s now progressing to Bird College, London, a leading Conservatoire for Dance and Music to read BA (Hons) Musical Theatre.
Dylan Burgess
Dylan, a former student at Wardle Academy, achieved his Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Engineering Technologies, Electrical and Electronics. He is now progressing to the University of Hertfordshire to Model Design and Special Effects.
Zofia Draszkowska
Zofia, a former student at Blessed Trinity RC College, achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Esports. She’s now progressing to the University of Nottingham to read a BSc (Hons) in International Management.
Serat Fatima
Serat, a former student at Sir John Thursby Community College, achieved her Level 3 Diploma in Childcare and Education. Serat is planning to continue her education at Burnley College University Courses.
Liv Hackett
Liv, a former student at Skipton Girls’ High School, achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Performing Arts Practice (Dance). She is now progressing to the prestigious Northern School of Contemporary Dance.
James Hartley
James, a former student at Park High School, achieved his Level 3 Diploma in Furniture Design and Making (Cabinet Making). He’s now progressing to BCUC to read a foundation degree in Furniture Design.
Kassidy Hughes
Kassidy, a former student at Ribblesdale High School, has achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Music Practice. She’s now progressing to the University of Liverpool to read Popular Music with Spanish.
Joe McCash
Joe McCash, from Barnoldswick, has achieved his Level 3 Extended Diploma in Plumbing. He’s now pursing his career in the plumbing industry.
VOCATIONAL AWARDS
Maddie McDevitt
Maddie, a former student at Blessed Trinity RC College, has achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training. She’s also continuing to study Level 3 Sports Massage while building her career working at Pendle Leisure.
Ashton Mckee
Ashton, a former student at Todmorden High School, has achieved his Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Art and Design Practice. He now progressing to Brighton School of Arts at the University of Brighton where he is reading Fine Art.
Bilal Naser
Bilal, a former student at the Rose School, has achieved his Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Games Art and Design. He is progressing to De Montfort University to read Concept and Comic Art.
Jayden Parrington
Jayden, a former student at Ribblesdale High School, achieved his Level 3 Extended Diploma in Advanced Engineering Technologies: Mechanical Engineering. He’s now starting his Apprenticeship at Stolle Machinery.
Samreen Rafiq
Samreen, a former student at The Hollins, achieved her Level 3 Extended Diploma in Health and Social Care. She is now planning to progress into a carer in the world of children’s nursing.
Hussna Shabbir
Hussna, a former student at Sir John Thursby Community College, achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Applied Science. She is now progressing to the University of Central Lancashire to study Biomedical Science.
Morgan Stack
Morgan, a former student at Blessed Trinity RC College, has achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Forensic and Criminal Investigation. She is now progressing to the University of Centre Lancashire to study Forensic Science.
Emma Turner
Emma, a former student at Blessed Trinity RC College, has achieved her Level 3 Extended Diploma in Tourism, Hospitality and Events Management. She is now progressing to study professional bakery.
Isabelle Whittaker
Isabelle, a former student at Unity College, has achieved her Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Computing. She’s now progressing to complete a Degree Apprenticeship or to study Cyber Security at Edge Hill University.
Kian Wilkinson
Kian, a former student at Haslingden High School, achieved his Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sports and Exercise Science. He’s now progressing to Liverpool Hope University to study Sport and Exercise Science.
T LEVEL AWARDS
Millie Bagshaw
Millie, a former student at Whitworth Community High School, Rochdale, achieved her T Level in Healthcare Science. She is now progressing the University of Central Lancashire to study Adult Nursing.
Harriet Barker
Harriet, a former student at Todmorden High School, achieved her T Level Health –Supporting Midwifery. She has accepted an offer at the University of Central Lancashire to study Midwifery.
Eleanor Bottomley
Eleanor, a former student at Shuttleworth College, achieved her T Level in Design, Surveying and Planning for Construction. She’s now progressing to the University of Salford to read Architecture.
Emily Robertson
Emily, a former student at Bacup and Rawtenstall Grammar, achieved her T Level Engineering, Manufacturing Design and Development. She is progressing to start her Degree Apprenticeship at BAE.
Evie Ross
Evie, a former student at Sir John Thursby Community College, achieved her T Level Education and Childcare. She is planning to progress to York St John University to read Early Years Education and Care.
Caitlyn Wales
Caitlyn, a former student at Whitworth Community High School, achieved her T Level Health – Adult Nursing. She is progressing to the University of Central Lancashire to study Nursing (Children and Young People).
SPORTS AWARD WINNERS 2025
Danoush Jowkar
Danoush, a former student at the Calder Learning Trust, achieved his Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Sport, Fitness and Personal Training.
But it wasn’t just in the classroom Danoush excelled. Currently ranked fifth in the world in his age and weight class, Danoush is currently training to represent Team GB in the Under 20s category at the European Championships.
His dedication saw him head to India this summer to take part in an exclusive training camp.
Tutor Matt Aherne, a key figure in Danoush’s development at Burnley College, said: “We are excited to see where his wrestling career will take him as his sights are set on competing at the Los Angeles 2028 Olympic Games.”
Tillie Ferguson
Tillie, a former student at Blessed Trinity RC College, has achieved excellent results in her A Levels and is now progressing to Manchester Metropolitan University.
However, her greatest performance is in the world of Under 18s Rugby, where with RUFC Girls, she has already achieved great things.
She has trained in the Sale Sharks Centre of Excellence U18 Development Camp and has represented Lancashire Developing Player Programme for the past few seasons.
Tillie is a role model for young people in Burnley and a credit to her club, Burnley RUFC.
We are very proud of her achievements and wish her all the best for the future.
STOCKS MASSEY BEQUEST FUND
This evening, we welcome honoured guests from the Stocks Massey Bequest Fund to announce this year’s recipients.
The Fund was established in 1910 by the late Edward Stocks Massey from the town’s famous brewing family, who bequeathed money in his will for the benefit of Burnley residents to be spent on education, the advancement of science learning, music and other arts. The money has been invested and maintained by trustees over the years to release Higher Education Student Support Scholarships to help young people who:
• Are residents in the Borough of Burnley
• Have undertaken their further education at an institution within the Borough
• Have attained commendable levels of academic achievement in securing a place at a Higher Education Institution
Following annual interviews held by the committee and trustees, scholarships will be awarded tonight.
CORE VALUES AWARDS
The Core Values represent the building blocks we use at Burnley College to create students who will excel, in their studies, naturally, but also in the wider world. The following learners have been nominated for their ability to go above and beyond, creating a community of respect, of ambition, of creativity, curiosity and collaboration. Congratulations.
The Leadership for All Award
Carys Ashton
The Creativity & Curiosity Award
Charlotte Mack
The Care, Trust & Belonging Award
Ellie Armitage
The Building Beyond Award
Keane Wilkinson
The Ambition & Challenge Award
Liam Johnson
The Collaboration Award
The Overall Winner
Kenny HargreavesConroy
Mohammed Haseeb
THANK
YOU TO
OUR BOARD OF GOVERNORS
David Brown
Governing Board Chair
Gillian Bardin
Governing Board Vice-Chair
Kate Wallace
Burnley College, Interim Principal
Sharon Roscoe
Paul Ragnall
Vikki Goddard
Jim Sutcliffe
Richard Thorley
Philip Turner
Paul Henderson
Fiona Lugiano
Lukman Patel
Guy Thomas
Steve Wilkinson
David Tomlinson
“THIS EVENING WE HAVE ALL SEEN TOMORROW’S LEADERS OF INDUSTRY; THE INNOVATORS AND DYNAMIC INDIVIDUALS
WHO WILL SHAPE SOCIETY FOR FUTURE GENERATIONS AND REACH THE PINNACLE OF THEIR CHOSEN PROFESSIONS.”
As you head into the world to achieve your goals and make your dreams a reality, I urge you to never lose that determination; to always be curious; to strive constantly to be the very best you can be.
Never forget what you have achieved here at Burnley College and take the lessons you have learnt with you into the future. Your focus and determination have seen you overcome everything in your way. Your curiosity has opened a world of opportunity and your ambition to be the best version of yourself has helped you reach your goals.
I wish each and everyone of you happiness. Embrace your love of learning; take every opportunity that presents itself and truly savour the possibilities your hard work has earned you.
David Brown Chair of Governors