Caterham School A Level Results and Uni Destinations 2020

Inspiring education for life

ACHIEVING FULL POTENTIAL Academic Results and University Destinations 2020

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“I want to acknowledge an exceptional group of young people who have responded admirably to the challenges and uncertainties of the last six months.

They have shown themselves to be true Caterhamians – resilient young people who work hard and do their very best to support those around them at all times.”

98

%

of Caterham pupils secured places across Oxbridge, Russell Group and top 10 UK universities, including medicine and veterinary courses

11

Caterhamians are now heading for Oxford or Cambridge University – joining 60+ Caterhamians already there.

70

%

of all results at top A* and A grades

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2020 LEAVERS: IN A CLASS OF THEIR OWN Headmaster Ceri Jones paid tribute to the Class of 2020 as this summer’s A Level results once again placed the school amongst the top UK performers, and proved the character of a fine group of young people. Two thirds of all results were at A* to A grade, and despite a challenging and uncertain year, 2020’s results once again secured Caterham’s place in the premier league of UK independent schools. 98% of Caterham pupils secured places across Oxbridge, Russell Group and top 10 UK universities, including medicine and veterinary courses.

Ten Caterhamians will now join the 60+ Caterhamians at Oxford or Cambridge University.

The Headmaster, Ceri Jones, said: “I want to acknowledge an exceptional group of young people who have responded admirably to the challenges and uncertainties of 2020. They have shown themselves to be true Caterhamians – resilient young people who work hard and do their very best to support those around them at all times.

It is a privilege to have been by their side, from welcoming them all into the Sixth Form post GCSE, through ‘normal’ school time and throughout lockdown. They know they remain part of our school community and that they will be supported by us as they embark on their exciting individual journeys to life at university and beyond.

“Thanks are also due to our hardworking and inspiring team of teachers here who showed great ingenuity,

innovation and determination as they continued to teach and prepare our Sixth Form students for university study throughout the summer. From day one of lockdown, teaching continued through our multi award-winning digital approach.

Preparation for University: Summer Course 2020 Ceri Jones added: “Preparation for university courses in all subjects provided through the summer means Caterham pupils are ready to thrive as they take their next steps. The continuity of provision teachers provided supported our students academically, but also ensured a vital sense of community and normality throughout lockdown.”

“Grades open doors, but importantly we know that our young people are leaving us not only with their academic grades but with a skillset for life – they are problem solvers, digitally confident and creative, resilient young people ready to thrive as they move forward into the wider world.”

99

%

of pupils remain at Caterham after GCSEs to complete their A Level studies

COOL CLASSICISTS Many congratulations to LOTTIE, JESS and RHIANNA, all of whom have secured a place to study Classics at the University of Oxford (Lottie will study Classics and English).

Rhianna, who will study at University College, paid tribute to her teachers at Caterham: “The teachers here really care for their students and are always willing to help. The extra support and help in the Sixth Form has been wonderful.”

Jess, who will study at Magdalen College, said: “The Classics Department is just amazing – thank you so much!

Even during lockdown, my teachers provided on-line seminars which really helped me prepare for university.”

Jess also found time during her time at Caterham to enjoy the Army section of the School’s Combined Cadet Force (CCF), rising to the rank of Colour Sergeant.

Lottie has been an outstanding Head Girl at Caterham.

“I have had so many experiences here,” she said. “I have loved sport at Caterham, especially the chance to compete at the Under 19 Lacrosse World Cup in Canada in the summer of 2019.” She praised her teachers, too: “Mr Crombie (English) and Mr Owen (Classics) have been an amazing support, especially in relation to my Oxbridge application.”

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Marvellous Medic

Great Chemistry

Computer Whizz

OM is delighted to have earned a place to read Medicine at Imperial College.

“I want to thank Dr Avery and Ms Henry for running such a great Psychology Department – they are always so on top of things!” Om also paid tribute to the “inspirational” Mr Quinton (Head of Science). Om, who is considering a career as a surgeon, joined Caterham School aged 13, having moved to the UK from Mauritius. “Caterham has been like a supportive family to me – so welcoming, so supportive. Thank you!”

POLINA has been a boarder at Caterham since joining in the Lower Sixth. Now she has achieved a fabulous set of straight A*s in Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths and Physics and will go on to Oxford University (St Hugh’s College) where she will study Chemistry. “I would like to thank the boarding staff, and the Head of Chemistry, Mr Keyworth, who has been so helpful, supportive and inspiring – and his whole department. Dr Dimakos (Maths) has also been a wonderful teacher. I have had so much fun at Caterham – I have absolutely loved it.”

A highlight of MULANG’S time at Caterham School was giving a presentation on the highly complex topic of the world’s time zones to a large, live audience. It was unforgettable!

“Many thanks to my computing teacher, Mr Stokes, who has been great, and to Mr Buchan in the excellent Maths Department.” Mulang, who is keen to work in computer software, has been a much-loved member of our boarding community: “Everything has been so smooth, everyone so supportive – there have been no problems! Thank you!”

Brilliant Success for Yuka

Off to a Flying Start

Laura the Lawyer

YUKA joined Caterham as a boarder when she was 11 years old – and now she is off to Oxford University (Lady Margaret Hall) to read Physics. “Where do I begin?” asks Yuka. “I have enjoyed so much at Caterham and I want to thank the entire staff – including those who have never taught me – for being so helpful, supportive and friendly. I have learnt so much from Mrs Quinton, my boarding housemistress, and her team in Beech Hanger. I have missed them all during the coronavirus pandemic.

I have received outstanding support from the Physics Department, and the teachers have continued to support us all with excellent virtual learning during the lockdown period.”

JACK is interested in becoming a pilot and considered training straight after school.

However, he has opted to get a degree first. He is off to Imperial College where he will read Earth and Planetary Science.

“A big shout out, please, to Mr Batty,” says Jack. “He’s a geology specialist and has been so helpful to me, especially as I was preparing for my chosen degree course during lockdown.” He says the Geography Department’s trip to South Wales as one of his best experiences, along with the opportunities he had to fly through the RAF section of the school’s CCF: “And I even led my own squad of junior cadets – we called ourselves ‘Tornado Flight’!”

LAURA has done brilliantly since she joined Caterham aged 16 from a local school. She has now achieved A*s in English Literature, French and Politics A Level and will go on to Warwick University where she will read Law with French Law. She credits a special ‘Careers in Law’ event at the school for helping her to decide to read law. “Thank you so much to all my teachers – none of this would have been possible without them!” says Laura. “I’ve had a great time here and made lots of friends. Caterham is such a welcoming school.”

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OTHER TOP ACHIEVERS Maximum Effort MAX has been a lynch-pin of our boarding community, rising to become Head of House in Viney (our senior boys’ boarding house). “Boarding has been the highlight of my time at Caterham School,” says Max, who may consider entering academia after reading Economics at the London School of Economics (LSE). “Being Head of House was a wonderful privilege for me. I feel very fortunate, and now I’m off to study a subject I am fascinated in!”

A LEVEL EXAMINATION RESULTS 2020 SUBJECT

A*

A

B

C

D

% Passes A*–A

A*–B

A*–C

3D Design

0

1

1

0

0

50

100

100

Fine Art

7

0

0

0

0

100

100

100

Biology

12

16

10

6

0

64

86

100

Business

3

6

9

1

0

47

95

100

Chemistry

14

11

8

4

0

66

87

97

Chinese

0

8

7

1

0

50

94

100

Computer Science

3

0

1

0

0

75

100

100

Drama & Theatre Studies

0

2

1

0

0

67

100

100

Economics

9

20

11

3

0

67

93

100

10

7

5

1

0

74

96

100

French

1

3

2

0

0

67

100

100

Geography

7

6

2

0

0

87

100

100

German

0

1

1

0

0

50

100

100

Politics

4

7

3

2

0

69

88

100

Greek

1

2

0

0

0

100

100

100

History

2

5

4

0

0

64

100

100

Mad about Economics MADDIE’S superb grades in her three A Levels (Economics, Maths and Psychology) have earned her a place to read Economics at Nottingham University.

“Economics has a direct relevance to so many aspects of life,” says Maddie, who is considering a career in finance or banking.

“I have loved Caterham School – the best thing here is how much all the teachers care about their students.”

Japanese

0

1

0

0

0

100

100

100

Latin

5

1

0

0

0

100

100

100

Maths

38

35

11

8

4

75

87

95

Further Maths

20

5

2

2

0

86

93

100

3

3

0

0

0

100

100

100

16

18

11

4

0

69

92

100

Making Waves AMY is a superb swimmer – she trained 13 hours a week during her school days and was heading to this year’s trials for the Olympic Games before they were sadly cancelled. “I loved my A Level subjects – Chemistry, Maths, Further Maths and Physics – so it was hard to decide on a subject to read at university.”

She eventually chose to read Chemical Engineering at Nottingham University: “It is a good combination of my favourite subjects, and will open up good career opportunities.” Amy said: “I joined Caterham in Year 7 and have loved my time here. It’s such a great place.”

Physical Education

1

1

1

1

0

50

75

100

Psychology

11

12

15

6

0

52

86

100

Religious Studies

4

2

2

0

0

75

100

100

Russian

6

0

0

0

0

100

100

100

Spanish

2

0

0

0

0

100

100

100

179

173

107

39

4

A Runaway Success Keen cross-country runner, RALPH achieved a stunning string of grades in all four of his A Levels – Geography, Maths, Further Maths and Physics. Now he is off to Imperial College to complete a degree in Physics. Ralph says: “The Physics Department has been brilliant. Dr Scott is so enthusiastic and his Physics Extension Club set me up for university.”

English Literature What a Star!

ALEX’S outstanding A Level results have won him a place at Durham University where he will read Physics and Astronomy. Alex says: “I studied Astronomy GCSE with Mr Mansell and this really triggered my interest in the subject.

Maybe I will go on to study astronomy at post-graduate level – or I might have a career in computing, which also fascinates me. Thank you, Caterham!”

Photography Physics

Total %

35.5 69.8

91.1 98.8 99.6

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STRENGTH IN NUMBERS AS CATERHAM CELEBRATES RECORD RESULTS Summer 2020’s GCSE results placed the school in the top flight of UK schools once again, with all grades set according to examination boards’ strict criteria for all schools.

character and resilience. I am also delighted for all pupils across the country who have to endure such turbulent times and who deserve such positive news today.

Despite a challenging and uncertain year: – 40 per cent of all grades were the top grade 9 – More than two thirds of all results were the top 9 or 8 grade (equivalent to an A*) – 4 out of every 5 grades issued was a top grade 9, 8 or 7 (equivalent to an A*/A grade) – The average grade profile of a Caterham pupil is ten grade 8s

Summer 2020: Inspire Course

The Headmaster, Ceri Jones, said: “Our young people can celebrate these grades with certainty knowing that they have worked hard for them across a two-year course and with a summer that has shown their true

Ceri Jones added: “We moved quickly to ensure our pupils’ pathway into our Sixth Form back in March to provide certainty ahead of a difficult few months for everyone. They are now more than ready for Sixth Form study, having completed our online Inspire course through the summer term, and as young people hungry to make the most of life at school.”

“Even when lockdown hit, our pupils and whole community continued to work through virtual school from day one of lockdown to the end of term, all the while supporting each other and the wider community around them. Whether they were making

PPE, helping raise funds for East Surrey NHS charity SASH or supporting our partner schools, our pupils have shown their true colours.

I am incredibly proud of them and the whole school community. Despite difficult times for everyone, working with such purposeful and inspiring young people provides a great deal of optimism.”

Caterham School’s GCSE results followed hot on the heels of the School’s A Level results which saw pupils achieve 70 per cent of A* to A grades and an average grade profile for pupils of AAA.

AAA

The average grade profile for a Caterhamian

Superb Sharon

Reasons to be Cheerful

Rachel’s Roaring Ahead

SHARON is keen to train as a doctor, possibly specialising in paediatrics. She’s on track, having achieved a brilliant set of 11 GCSEs. Sharon, who is a weekly boarder, said: “Thank you to my teachers, especially Dr Dimakos, who was such an enthusiastic maths teacher!

WILL is the youngest of three brothers to attend Caterham School. He has achieved a remarkable set of 12 ‘9’s in his GCSEs. “I would love to continue working in the field of physics” says Will, who will study that subject along with chemistry, biology, maths, further maths at A Level.

RACHEL achieved a stunning 9 grade ‘9’s and one grade ‘8’ in her GCSEs. She joined Caterham in Year 7 from Micklefield School in Reigate. Rachel, who enjoys all sorts of dance, is thinking of becoming a teacher. In the meantime, she is looking forward to her A Level subjects: English, geography, economics and psychology.

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40

%

of all GCSE grades achieved top grade 9

GCSE EXAMINATION RESULTS 2020 SUBJECT

9

8

7

6

5

4

% Passes 9-8

9-7

9-6

9-5

3

2

8

4

1

1

26.3

68.4

89.5

94.7

16

11

8

1

0

0

75.0

97.2

100

100

48

53

20

7

1

1

77.7

93.1

98.5

99.2

Business Studies

12

12

14

13

0

1

46.2

73.1

98.1

98.1

Chemistry

32

26

35

23

8

3

44.6

71.5

89.2

95.4

Chinese

7

6

1

92.9

100

100

100

Computer Science

5

12

6

2

0

1

63.0

85.2

92.6

92.6

Drama

3

1

3

9

3

3

17.4

30.4

69.6

82.6

English Language

90

34

26

1

0

0

82.1

99.3

100

100

English Literature

68

29

31

18

5

0

64.2

84.8

96.7

100

English 2nd Language

0

0

0

1

1

0

0

0

50

100

French

12

8

10

16

10

3

33.3

50

76.7

93.3

Geography

12

23

26

15

2

0

44.9

78.2

97.4

100

German

2

0

2

5

3

0

14.3

28.6

64.3

85.7

Greek

3

3

0

0

0

0

100

100

100

100

History

13

26

19

11

8

3

47.6

70.7

84.1

93.9

Italian

0

2

1

2

2

0

28.6

42.9

71.4

100

Latin

26

13

1

1

0

0

95.1

97.6

100

100

Maths

43

36

42

24

5

3

51.6

79.1

94.8

98

Further Maths

11

6

12

7

0

0

47.2

80.6

100

100

Music

6

4

0

0

1

1

83.3

83.3

83.3

91.7

Physical Education

4

0

4

4

1

0

28.6

57.1

85.7

92.9

Physics

42

38

32

10

5

2

61.5

86.2

93.8

97.7

Philosophy & Theology

24

14

13

4

1

0

67.9

91.1

98.2

100

Russian

2

1

–

–

–

–

75

75

75

75

Double Science

0

1

15

11

8

6

2.2

34.8

58.7

76.1

10

18

15

15

9

5

38.4

58.9

79.5

91.8

Totals

494

379

344

204

74

33

%

40.1

66.8

86

96.4

99.4

100

3D Design Art Biology

Spanish

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UNIVERSITY DESTINATIONS AND COURSES 2020 Our focus at Caterham is to support our young people to the courses and universities about which they are passionate and which best support and enable their ambitions.

In 2020, 98 per cent of Caterham pupils secured places across Oxbridge, Russell Group and top 10 UK universities, including medicine and veterinary courses. The choices of our pupils reflect the breadth of interests and diversity

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across this talented cohort of young people. Places have been successfully secured on courses across a wide range of subjects including medicine, aeronautics and astronautics, classics and Law. The below table details the destinations of our 2020 leavers, the number of pupils moving on to that university and the range of courses secured.

Mathematics

Business and Management (Economics)

Mechanical Engineering

Business and Management (Finance)

Medicine

Economics

Physics

Sport Management

King’s College London, University of London

Brunel University London

1

Industrial Design and Technology with Placement Cardiff University

Business Management Computer Science with Intelligent Systems

2

English

Biological Sciences

Liberal Arts

Physiotherapy

Physiotherapy

Durham University

6

Psychology

Business and Management with Study Abroad

Kingston University

General Engineering

Graphic Design

Geography

Lancaster University

Natural Sciences

Economics and International Relations

Physics and Astronomy

English Literature

Psychology

History

Edinburgh Napier

2

London School of Economics

Business Management

Actuarial Science

Psychology

Economics

Heriot-Watt

2

Law (Bachelor of Laws)

International Business Management with Economics

Management 8

1

3

11

Geography with Economics

Accountancy and Finance

Imperial College London

6

Loughborough University

Computing

Economics

Earth and Planetary Science

Mechanical Engineering with Placement Year

2

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98

%

of Sixth Form pupils gained places at Russell Group and Top 10 UK universities

Medway School of Pharmacy

1

MPHARM (Pharmacy) with Foundation Year Nottingham Trent University

Psychology Spanish and Philosophy

2

University of Bath

Business

Economics with Placement

Business Management and Marketing

International Development with Economics

Oxford Brookes University

4

Mathematics

Economics, Finance and International Business

Politics and International Relations

Events Management

Psychology with Placement

Psychology

University of Birmingham

Real Estate

Biomedical Science

Queen Mary University of London

3

University of Brighton

Biomed Engineering

Civil Engineering with Construction Management

Mechanical Engineering

University of Bristol

Medicine

Aerospace Engineering

Royal Holloway, University of London

2

Management with Marketing (Year in Business)

1

Classics

Liberal Arts with Study Abroad (4 years)

University of Cambridge

Mathematics Classics

2

University of East Anglia UEA

Applied Medical Sciences

Natural Sciences

Business Management

University of Essex

The University of Edinburgh

4

University of Exeter

English Literature

Biological Sciences

Linguistics

Business and Management

Politics, Philosophy and Economics

Classics with Study Abroad 7

1

1

Sports and Exercise Science

Cognitive Science (Humanities)

UCL (University College London)

3

Engineering 1

Biomedical Sciences Swansea University

6

Neuroscience

Product Design St George’s, University of London

1

History 1

Veterinary Medicine Solent University, Southampton

1

Geography

Accounting and Finance Royal Veterinary College, University of London

7

Economics with Industrial Experience

Computer Science

English

Economics

Geography

Mathematics

Mathematics and Data Science

11

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60+ Caterhamians currently studying at Oxford or Cambridge University

Medical Sciences

Business Management

Neuroscience

International Relations

Physics

Mechanical Engineering / Engineering Management with Industrial Placement Year

University of Glasgow

1

Geography University of Leeds

Philosophy 4

Psychology

History and Philosophy

University of St Andrews

Psychology

English

Psychology with Education

University of Surrey

Sustainability & Environmental Management (International)

Law with International Relations

University of Lincoln

Psychology

1

University of Sussex

Biochemistry University of Manchester

2

University of Nottingham

8

University of Warwick

Chemical Engineering including an Industrial Year

Biomedical Science

Criminology

Biomedical Science with Placement Year

Economics

Computer Science

Mechanical Engineering

German and Economics

Medical Physiology and Therapeutics

Law with French Law

Neuroscience

Liberal Arts 8

University of Winchester

Classics

Creative and Professional Writing

Classics and English

University of York

Experimental Psychology

English

Physics (4-year MPhys)

Natural Sciences 2

Psychology

University of Southampton Aeronautics and Astronautics / Aerodynamics with Industrial Placement Year Business Analytics with Placement

Writtle University College Equine Performance Science

International Relations and Politics 7

1

7

Management

Chemistry

University of Sheffield

1

Biochemistry

Architecture

University of Oxford

2

Biomedical Science University of Toronto

Economics

1

1

2

1

U N I V E R SI T Y DE ST I NAT IONS A N D COU R SE S 2020

SECURED OXBRIDGE PLACES SPAN SCIENCE AND ARTS SUBJECTS From Chemistry to Experimental Psychology and Mathematics to Engineering, this year’s set of Oxbridge offers saw a strong showing for science subjects.

Caterham’s Sixth Form day and boarding girls have shown their mettle in STEM subjects with Hazel receiving an offer to read Engineering at Cambridge, Annie to read Mathematics at Cambridge, Selina to read Physics at Oxford and Polina to read Chemistry at Oxford. 10 leavers will now join the 50 plus Old Caterhamians currently studying at Oxford and Cambridge Universities.

Classics and English also met with success, with three of this year’s offers covering these arts subjects. For the second year running the Classics department achieved a 100 per cent success rate with all applicants receiving an Oxbridge offer.

Ceri Jones, Headmaster, said: “We always prioritise supporting our young people to take the path that is right for them as they progress on from the School, whatever that be.

This is a huge achievement for our pupils who have not missed a beat across a busy academic, sporting and co-curricular programme – they have my warm congratulations.

We are proud of our record of securing Oxbridge offers, but it is just one measure of success. It does, however, say something important about the academic ambition and experience of the school which benefits all pupils whatever their own particular journey may turn out to be.”

Despite Caterham students’ recent successes in gaining highly competitive degree apprenticeships, including with BP and EY, Oxbridge remains a popular and successful path for the School’s leavers.

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