#LongRoadLife - A Level Results Day Special Edition

#LONGROADLIFE Long Road Sixth Form College Applicant Newsletter

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A LEVEL RESULTS DAY SPECIAL EDITION Hello, from Long Road!

It's been a few weeks since we last spoke, and boy - have we been busy! While our students are enjoying a well-earned summer holiday, our staff have been

College

@LR6FC

working hard behind the scenes to get everything ready for the new academic year.

We've had a particularly exciting week this week as yesterday was A Level

@lr6fc

Results Day! To celebrate our student achievements we've put together this special A Level Results Day edition of #LongRoadLife!

enquiries@longroad.ac.uk Remember to follow us on social media to keep up-to-date with everything

01223 631100

www.longroad.ac.uk

Long Road. We'll see you very soon for enrolment, until then we wish you the best of luck with GCSE Results Day next week.

Sending smiles - Long Road

APPLICATION UPDATE IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM

KEY MESSAGES TO APPLICANTS Our Admissions Team will be in

Key Dates

touch over the summer.

Check your emails regularly to make sure you don't miss any

19 August 2020 = Deadline to update personal & emergency contact details

important information.

20 August 2020 = GCSE Results Day 1pm 21 August 2020 = Deadline for submitting exam results.

Don't forget! All Summer Work is

21 - 27 August 2020 = New Student Enrolment

due during your first lesson at

1 - 4 September 2020 = Year 1 Induction Week

college. Click here to download your 2020 Summer Work.

7 September 2020 = Teaching Starts

For all Academic Year 2020/2021 Term dates please visit our website.

You can also find Summer Work Explanation Videos from our teachers to help get you started. Click here to

GCSE Results & Enrolment 2020

view them now.

The following pages detail important information from our Admissions Team on

Make sure you update your

GCSE Results Day 2020 and Enrolment 2020. Please take your time reading

personal and emergency

the following information to ensure that you understand what to do once you receive your GCSE results next week.

Wednesday 19 August 2020. contact details

it is extremely important that your personal contact details and emergency

If you have any questions before

contact details are up-to-date. More information on how to update these

joining us in September please

details can be found on the following pages. We politely ask that all applicants ensure that their contact details are updated by Wednesday 19 August 2020.

email

admissions@longroad.ac.uk

KEY MESSAGES TO APPLICANTS

GCSE EXAM RESULTS 2020 IMPORTANT INFORMATION FROM OUR ADMISSIONS TEAM

Our Admissions Team will be in touch over the summer.

GCSE results day is fast approaching!

Check your emails regularly to make sure you don't miss any important information.

Don't forget! All Summer Work is

Click here to visit the webpage for submitting your exam results. You will

The deadline for submitting your exam results to us, online, is 1pm Fri 21 August.

need your standard username and password to log in.

You will also need to fill in some

due during your first lesson at college. Click here to download

It is important to upload your results to

additional information so please can

your 2020 Summer Work.

us as soon as possible after you

you do this at the same time. Click

receive them on Thursday 20 August,

here to visit the additional information

You can also find Summer

as this will help with the enrolment

page. You will need your standard

Work Explanation Videos

process, if this is not done it may cause

username and password to log in.

from our teachers to help get you started. Click here to view them now.

Make sure you update your personal and emergency

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delays or mean that we are not able to enrol you.

If the form is not completed and your exam results not entered this will delay the enrolment process for you.

Checking your emails over the enrolment period: You will be receiving important information over this period so it is important to check your emails regularly.

Our E-mails may go to a junk/spam

If you have any questions before joining us in September please email

admissions@longroad.ac.uk

If you are a Parent/Carer receiving this

folder so don't forget to look there too!

email, please ensure that the applicant

If you have any problems logging into

responds by the deadline date above.

your account please let us know,

admissions@longroad.ac.uk.

EXAM RESULTS & ENROLMENT ANSWERING YOUR FAQ'S

What happens once I have submitted my results?

KEY MESSAGES TO APPLICANTS Our Admissions Team will be in touch over the summer.

Check your emails regularly to

Once your exam results have been submitted the college can start the enrolment process for you. If you meet the requirements of your offer you will be sent an

Enrolment Offer

make sure you don't miss any important information.

which you will need to accept to ensure a place with us at Long

Road, you can do this by logging into your Long Road Online Services account, and clicking on the

Accept button.

Don't forget! All Summer Work is due during your first lesson at college. Click here to download

your 2020 Summer Work.

If you have not met the requirements of your offer, then please

do not worry, you

will automatically be invited for an enrolment discussion,

where you will be You can also find Summer

able to explore your options with an experienced member of our team. If your

Work Explanation Videos

results are not what you expected and you are not sure what the next step is, then

from our teachers to help get

don’t

you started. Click here to

panic,

we

will

look

to

provide

you

with

an

alternate

study

programme

wherever possible. Whatever happens, we’re here to support you and will discuss

view them now.

the many options we have for you at your enrolment appointment.

Make sure you update your

If you have been given an enrolment offer but would like to change course(s) then please email

admissions@longroad.ac.uk

personal and emergency

Wednesday 19 August 2020. contact details

with your name stating that you would

like to have a discussion to change your courses. The Admissions Team will then invite you to an enrolment discussion where your course change can be discussed further.

If you have any questions before joining us in September please email

admissions@longroad.ac.uk

KEY MESSAGES TO APPLICANTS Our Admissions Team will be in touch over the summer.

Check your emails regularly to make sure you don't miss any important information.

EXAM RESULTS & ENROLMENT ANSWERING YOUR FAQ'S

What happens during my enrolment discussion?

Enrolment discussions will be held on 25-27 August.

The college will not be holding any of these enrolment discussions on campus, but

Don't forget! All Summer Work is due during your first lesson at

instead they will be delivered over the phone.

college. Click here to download your 2020 Summer Work.

You will receive an email notifying you of an update to your account. Once you login you will see the date and time of your enrolment discussion. It will list a date followed by either one of these times: 9am or 1pm.

You can also find Summer Work Explanation Videos from our teachers to help get you started. Click here to view them now.

Please note that these times reflect AM and PM time slots rather than actual times.

So for example: Make sure you update your

If you have been sent an invitation for 25 August at 09:00 AM – then this means

personal and emergency

that a member of the team will ring you on 25 August, at some time in the AM

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time slot, so at some time between 9am and 12pm. Please make sure you are available for this 3 hour window.

If you have any questions before joining us in September please email

admissions@longroad.ac.uk

If you have been sent an invitation for 25 August at 13:00 PM– then this means that a member of the team will ring you on 25 August, at some time in the PM time slot, so at some time between 1pm and 4pm. Please make sure you are available for this 3 hour window.

EXAM RESULTS & ENROLMENT UPDATING YOUR CONTACT DETAILS

Deadline for updating your personal and Emergency Contact details with us = Wednesday 19 August 2020.

KEY MESSAGES TO APPLICANTS Our Admissions Team will be in touch over the summer.

Check your emails regularly to make sure you don't miss any important information.

Your application to Long Road is reaching the point of Enrolment. If you have not yet accepted the Conditional Offer we made to you, please login to your account and do so now.

Don't forget! All Summer Work is due during your first lesson at college. Click here to download

your 2020 Summer Work.

Please can you also provide us with details for both your Emergency Contacts (we require two emergency contacts for you and you may only have completed details for one of them).

You can also find Summer Work Explanation Videos from our teachers to help get

When you login to your account click on Personal Details, you will then be able to review and complete the contact details of both of your emergency contacts,

you started. Click here to view them now.

making sure to add telephone and email address details for both Emergency Contacts.

Make sure you update your personal and emergency

It is worth you checking that all your personal information has been entered and is

Wednesday 19 August 2020. contact details

up to date for yourself and both emergency contacts.

The login screen can be found by clicking here. You will need your standard username and password to login.

If you have any questions before joining us in September please email

admissions@longroad.ac.uk

SHINE LIKE A STAR ON GCSE RESULTS DAY GCSE RESULTS DAY 2020 We want to help your successes shine and be part of your GCSE results day celebrations, so we’ll be partying together

#LongRoadStar

virtually using

To join in the fun simply...

Post your results day celebration photos to Twitter or Instagram Tag our accounts in your post(s) Twitter: @LR6FC/ Instagram: @lr6fc Use #LongRoadStar in your post so we can send you a special results day celebration message and share your successes far and wide!

Remember to be proud of your achievements whatever your results; if things don’t quite go to plan our friendly Admissions Team will be here to help and support you with your next steps.

"I have multiple favourite things about Long Road.

OFF TO OXFORD UNIVERSITY! CONGRATULATIONS TO KES BERRY! We would like to say a huge

This morning I received the grades

congratulations to Kes Berry, who

D*DD (which translates A*AA for those

never feel left out at Long

yesterday accepted her place to study

of you who don't understand the BTEC

Road. I met some amazing

at Oxford University in September.

system).

friends and teachers; that

University!

It’s truly a community. You will

So now I have confirmed my place at

truly helped form me into the person I am today.

The campus itself is tucked

We hope Kes can be an inspiration to

Oxford University, studying BA Fine Art.

all of you thinking about studying

I honestly couldn’t have achieved those

Diploma courses that the sky is the

results without the help of the staff.

limit. Read on to hear from Kes

away in nature which makes herself...

it feel like a tiny village, a total safe space.

Hey, I’m Kes. I studied the BTEC Art & Design Extended Diploma. Which

You’ll never feel alone at

meant 2 years of ultimate creative

Long Road. It’s a place where

bliss. Being treated like an artist in

you truly become yourself and

residence. So much creative freedom.

prep yourself for the real world."

The tools given to me by this course and the teachers allowed me to define myself as an artist; translating my art style in a sophisticated manner.

OFF TO OXFORD UNIVERSITY! CONGRATULATIONS TO KES BERRY! "Throughout the course Kes I would like to thank everyone at Long

Finally a thanks to the Principal,

Road for helping me with this

Yolanda, for having my back and

achievement but a special thanks to:

helping me achieve these grades. I will

Lisa for helping me with everything,

truly miss you all.

was able to experiment and play with ideas and concepts, which were often informed by her exploration of her own

listening to me waffle and guide me in the right direction. Making sure that all

Ruth Laslett, Head of Visual and

the deadlines are met and that I’m

Performing Arts, said “I am thrilled to

comfortable.

see Kes will be able to follow her dream of studying Ba Hons in Fine Art

To Ruth for being such a great role

at Oxford University. She has shown

model, teaching me how to express

100% commitment to her studies and

myself creatively, that makes visual

has risen to the creative challenges

sense. Teaching me that creative

presented by the Extended Diploma in

mistakes aren’t something to dwell

Art & Design course here at Long

over.

Road. Well done to Kes, it was an

identity and family.

Her well deserved success has reconfirmed that choosing a vocational qualification in Art and Design can lead to amazing

absolute pleasure to teach you and it To Owen, my first year teacher who

inspires me to see you achieve so

helped make that leap from GCSE.

highly.”

Who really opened my eyes to how many possibilities there are in art.

opportunities."

Ruth Laslett, Head of Visual and Performing Arts Department.

CONGRATULATIONS TO THE CLASS OF 2020 OUR WONDERFUL STUDENTS ARE OFF TO CHANGE THE WORLD! 2020 is year we will remember for a very long time.

This is an exam season like no other. All exams cancelled and replaced with Exam Board Awarded grades.

We are so proud of all our students today. Whatever grade they have been awarded, in whichever subject, we know that the class of 2020 will go on to do great things in this world.

Through these testing times, they have developed the skills and strategies to thrive. The world surely needs this group of intelligent, resilient, creative, thoughtful, people.

We can’t wait to see what they all do next…

Read on to see just a few of our wonderful students off to change the world!

Do you know an Long Road leaver?

They can join our Alumni Community, simply visit: https://networks. futurefirst.org.uk/ signup/longroad

"The best thing about studying at Long Road was the capacity given to study in your own unique way and not to be judged for that, but instead encouraged."

Alex Bentley A* - Sociology A - English Literature A - History Progression: BA English Literature University of Liverpool

ALEX BENTLEY

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Alex joined Long Road from Comberton

I want to thank Emma Harpley (my

Village College and studied A Levels in

English teacher), Ian Osborne (my

English Literature, History and

sociology teacher), Miranda Perkins and

Sociology.

Clare Dunkerley (my History teachers), Tim Whittaker and Sarah Trolley who

Upon opening his results yesterday

helped so much in the process of

morning, Alex was delighted to see a

applying to university, and James

fantastic set of results with A’s in

Bentley, a Head of Department who

English Literature and History and an

also happens to be my Dad!”

A* in Sociology!

Congratulations on your brilliant results Alex is now going on to the study BA

Alex, wishing you the best of luck at

English Literature at the University of

university!

Liverpool.

He told us “The best thing about studying at Long Road was the capacity given to study in your own unique way and not to be judged for that, but instead encouraged.

LIBBY TAYLOR CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020

Previously studying at Bassingbourn Village College, Libby worked hard

supported me and helped me achieve the grades I got.

studying three A Levels at Long Road in I want to thank Chris, Pete, Mark, and PE, Psychology and Biology.

Cathy for being amazing teachers for

"My favourite thing about Long Road was that it was so welcoming and all the teachers were kind, caring, knowledgeable and really supported me and helped me achieve the grades I got."

the past two years.

She has achieved a brilliant set of results with A*’s in PE, Psychology and

I also want to thanks Michelle my progress coach and Tim for helping me

a B in Biology.

through my personal statement and university application."

Libby is now off to the University of Nottingham to study Sport and Exercise Science.

Libby told us “My favourite thing about Long Road was that it was so welcoming and all the teachers were kind, caring, knowledgeable and really

Congratulations Libby, we’re so proud of your excellent results!

Libby Taylor A* - PE A* - Psychology B - Biology Progression: Sport & Exercise Science University of Nottingham

MARTIN ATTMORE “My favourite thing about Long Road is that I didn’t really worry about what other people thought of me because I was there to do the work and have fun."

Martin Attmore A* - EPQ D*D* - Media B - Film Studies Progression: Filmmaking University of Sussex

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Martin was awarded the Long Road

Martin said “My favourite thing about

Scholars Award when he joined us from

Long Road is that I didn’t really worry

Impington Village College two years

about what other people thought of me

ago.

because I was there to do the work and have fun.

He has made the most of his time at Long Road setting up the Long Road

Thanks to Phil and Andrea, my film

Film Club and recently publishing the

teachers, you have shaped me into a

first Long Road Student Film Magazine

better person whether I do become a

“The Long Lens”.

filmmaker or not.”

Martin achieved a truly wonderful set

Best of luck Martin, remember us when

of results with a B in Film Studies A

you’re a famous filmmaker!

Level, D*D* in Media Level 3 Diploma and an A* in the Extended Project Qualification.

Martin is now off to study Filmmaking at the University of Sussex!

SHINE LIKE A STAR ON GCSE RESULTS DAY GCSE RESULTS DAY 2020 We want to help your successes shine and be part of your GCSE results day celebrations, so we’ll be partying together

#LongRoadStar

virtually using

To join in the fun simply...

Post your results day celebration photos to Twitter or Instagram Tag our accounts in your post(s) Twitter: @LR6FC/ Instagram: @lr6fc Use #LongRoadStar in your post so we can send you a special results day celebration message and share your successes far and wide!

Remember to be proud of your achievements whatever your results; if things don’t quite go to plan our friendly Admissions Team will be here to help and support you with your next steps.

SAFF ANSTEE-DAY CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020

Saff, previously studying at Coleridge Community College, joined Long Road where she took Level 3 Diplomas in Criminology and Health and Social Care.

I would like to give an extra special thank you to my Criminology teachers Dave and Nicole.

As well as this, I was heavily inspired by both Steve Brand and Steve Picton; as they were motivational whilst being

Yesterday morning Saff achieved a

caring and considerate all at the same

“My favourite thing about Long Road was the teachers as I definitely met some great ones on my journey."

Saff Anstee-Day -

time.” fabulous set of results with an A in Criminology and D*D* on Health and Social Care!Saff is now off to the

Congratulations Saff, we know you’ll have a brilliant time at Brighton!

A - Criminology D*D*- Health & Social Care

University of Brighton to study BA Criminology and Sociology.

Saff told us “My favourite thing about Long Road was the teachers as I definitely met some great ones on my journey.

Progression: Criminology & Sociology University of Brighton

"My favourite thing about studying at Long Road was the fact that I had teachers that would challenge my opinions and methods of working whilst trusting and supporting the direction I chose to go in – I really felt I was being listened to."

Mo Andrews -

MO ANDREWS

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Massive congratulations to Mo

stimulation / debate and I really felt I

Andrews, who joined Long Road from

was being listened to.

St Mary’s Catholic School in Bishops Stortford.

I’d like to thank all of my teachers but in particular to Paul Janssens for allowing

Mo successfully achieved brilliant

me to push boundaries and being so

results with an A* in Fine Art, A* in

engaged and supportive, as well as

Sociology and C in DT! In September

giving me the confidence to take Art

Mo is off to study a Level 4 Art

further, what a diamond! And also to

Foundation at the Manchester School

Ian Osborne for being a smashing

of Art.

sociology teacher and allowing me to indulge in Marxism!”

A* - Fine Art A* - Sociology C - DT Progression: Art Foundation Manchester School of Art

Mo told us "My favourite thing about studying at Long Road was the fact

Congratulations Mo, we can’t wait to

that I had teachers that would

see the beautiful artwork you produce

challenge my opinions and methods of

in Manchester!

working whilst trusting and supporting the direction I chose to go in – I despise being patronised so it was really lovely that I had that level of

AMY SELLERS CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020

A big congratulations to Amy, previously a student of Bottisham Village College, who joined Long Road

I would especially like to thank Ed Wyncoll, Simon Colebrooke and Chris Childs for all they have helped me with over this last year to get these

to study A Level’s in Maths, Chemistry

exceptional results today.”

and Geography.

We are so proud of you Amy, what Amy achieved amazing results with A’s across the board! She is now off to the University of Nottingham to study a degree in Maths!

excellent results, congratulations!

“I like how independent you can be as a student at Long Road and everyone is so lovely and kind."

Amy Sellers A - Chemistry A - Maths A - Geography

Amy told us “I like how independent you can be as a student at Long Road and everyone is so lovely and kind.

Progression: Mathematics University of Nottingham

JJ GREENE “Thank you to all of my amazing teachers!

Bridget Sutton, Ed Wyncoll and Paul Andrew” Jj Greene -

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Congratulations to Long Road Scholar

Jj said “Thank you to all of my amazing

Jj, who received the Long Road

teachers! Bridget Sutton, Ed Wyncoll

Scholars Award when she joined us

and Paul Andrew”

from Cromwell Community College.

Congratulations Jj, we always knew Jj was an ambitious student from the

you’d be brilliant! Wishing you the best

moment she joined Long Road, working

of luck in the future.

hard on her three A Levels and setting her sights high; planning to progress to

A - Chemistry B - Maths B - Biology

Vet School.

Jj has achieved a brilliant set of results with an A in Chemistry, B in Maths and

Progression: Royal Veterinary College

B in Biology and has successfully accepted her place at the Royal Veterinary College!!

MEGAN WAGSTAFF CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020

We are wishing Megan a big congratulations on her wonderful results!

A massive thank you to Tom Genillard and Emma Barton, you two are truly remarkable teachers.”

We would like to give Megan an extra Megan joined Long Road from Samuel

special congratulations as she is the

Ward Academy, studying Criminology,

first student at Long Road to achieve

Sociology, Psychology and the Extended Project Qualification.

an A* in Criminology!

Wishing you the best of luck at university!

Megan successfully achieved A*,A,B,B and has accepted a place to study

“Long Road enabled me opportunities to help me succeed, not only with Alevels but with my future."

Megan Wagstaff A* - Criminology A - Sociology B - Psychology B - EPQ

Law with Criminology at the University of Law, London!

Megan told us “Long Road enabled me opportunities to help me succeed, not only with A-levels but with my future.

Progression: Law with Criminology University of Law, London

“My teachers were all inspiring and supportive, they encouraged me to enter creative competitions and helped me to achieve success in my A-level results.”

LUCY CRAWFORD

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 We are wishing Lucy a massive

Lucy said "My teachers were all

congratulations today on some truly

inspiring and supportive, they

exceptional results!

encouraged me to enter creative competitions and helped me to achieve

Lucy Crawford A* - Photography A* - Graphic Design A* - EPQ B - English Lang & Lit Progression: Level 4 Foundation Year BA Graphic Design Cambridge School of Visual & Performing Arts

Lucy joined Long Road from Bottisham

success in my A-level results.

Village College, studying A Level Photography, English Language and

Thank you to Emma Burton, Mary

Literature, Graphic Design Level 3

Weinberger, Melanie Henderson and

Diploma and the Extended Project

Andy Proudfoot.“

Qualification.

Congratulations Lucy, we can’t wait to A creative genius, Lucy has achieved A*, A*, A*, B and is now off to the Cambridge School of Visual and Performing Arts to study a Foundation year in Art and Design followed by a BA in Graphic Design!

see your next artistic achievements!

SHINE LIKE A STAR ON GCSE RESULTS DAY GCSE RESULTS DAY 2020 Although we may be apart this GCSE Results Day we want to celebrate together! That’s why we’ve created

#LongRoadStar.

To join in the fun simply...

Post your results day celebration photos to Twitter or Instagram Tag our accounts in your post(s) Twitter: @LR6FC/ Instagram: @lr6fc Use #LongRoadStar in your post so we can send you a special results day celebration message and share your successes far and wide!

Remember to be proud of your achievements whatever your results; if things don’t quite go to plan our friendly Admissions Team will be here to help and support you with your next steps.

MILLIE FISHER CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 We knew Millie was on the road to

Some of my favourite memories would

greatness when she successfully

be banding together to help each other

achieved the Long Road Scholars

on prep work to then have a sing-along

Award after joining us from Samuel

– having a break and laugh always puts

Ward Academy.

you in a better mood to learn. I would thank Simon my Chemistry teacher out

Millie studied A Level Maths, Chemistry

of everyone. He improved my

and Physics with an additional AS Level

confidence and knowledge, with his

in Further Maths.

well thought out and organised lessons, and helping us revise. I could never

Although she would rather not

once fault his lessons, or his

announce her results to the world just

commitment to help us, even outside of

yet, she is ecstatic at accepting her

class."

place at her top choice university studying BA Primary Education with

Huge congratulations Millie, we wish

QTS at Liverpool Hope University!

you the best of luck at university – who knows, maybe we’ll see you back at

Millie said “My favourite thing about studying at Long Road was the friendly and supportive teachers who were always there for you, and the friends I made.

Long Road as a teacher one day!

“My favourite thing about studying at Long Road was the friendly and supportive teachers who were always there for you, and the friends I made.

Some of my favourite memories would be banding together to help each other on prep work" Millie Fisher Progression: Primary Education with QTS Liverpool Hope University

“I loved the teachers at Long Road, always there offering you support when you need them. Also the community feel at Long Road made it extra special.”

Ally Carder -

ALLY CARDER

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Previously studying at Linton Village

Ally told us “I loved the teachers at

College, Ally Carder was delighted

Long Road, always there offering you

with her results yesterday morning –

support when you need them. Also the

and we can see why!

community feel at Long Road made it extra special.”

Ally has achieved a wonderful set of results with A in Economics, B in

Congratulations Ally and best of luck

Psychology and B in Geography.

with your apprenticeship!

She is now looking forward to starting

A - Economics B - Psychology B - Geography Progression: Accountancy Apprenticesship PPD Global

an Accountancy apprenticeship with PPD Global in September!

LIZZY CORNELL-JONES CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Lizzy joined Long Road from Linton

Lizzy told us “The best thing about Long

Village College, deciding to study A

Road was how supported I felt during

Levels in Psychology, Economics and

rough times! There were times where

Sociology.

even I didn’t think I could do it but the support systems there were so amazing

She has had a fantastic 2 years at

that I never felt alone.

Long Road and her hard work has paid off with a great set of results! – A,C,C –

I would like to thank Anna Ross for all

Congratulations Lizzy!!

the support she gave me during my time at Long Road, not only in pushing

She is now off to study Midwifery at

me in Psychology to achieve the best I

the University of East Anglia (UEA)

could, but for showing me that I was stronger than any struggles I faced, I don’t think I would have passed any Alevels without her”

"The best thing about Long Road was how supported I felt during rough times! There were times where even I didn’t think I could do it but the support systems there were so amazing that I never felt alone."

Lizzy Cornell-Jones A - Psychology C - Economics C - Sociology Progression: Midwifery University of East Anglia

JOSH ROBINSON

CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020

“My favourite thing about studying at Long Road was the freedom and the people that I worked with.

I love the fact that we all got treated like adults as well! “ Josh Robinson D*D*D* - Media Progression: Videography Business Startup

Massive congratulations to Josh for his

Josh told us, “I learnt so much in that

outstanding set of results yesterday!

first year that it set me onto a great path to succeed in my second and third

Josh joined us from Impington Village

year! Which I did!

College three years ago as a Level 2 student, boosting his GCSE grades

My favourite thing about studying at

before staying on to study the Level 3

Long Road was the freedom and the

Media Extended Diploma.

people that I worked with. I love the fact that we all got treated like adults

Today, Josh achieved the highest grade

as well! “

possible of D*,D*,D* – he now has plans to start his own business in

Congratulations on your amazing

Videography including filming music

results Josh and we wish you the best of

videos, wedding, adverts and much

luck with your new business!

more!

KLESIO BARI COSTA ROSA CONGRATULATIONS CLASS OF 2020 Klesio, who studied his GCSE’s at

He also said "I would like to thank Ben

Coleridge Community College, joined

Hudson and Tim Whittaker as if it wasn’t

Long Road to study the Level 3 Sport

for them I wouldn’t be the student I was

and Level 3 Business Studies Diplomas.

as they saw my potential.

He achieved a fantastic set of results

I would to thank everyone at Long Road

day with D*D* in Sport and D* in

as you have helped me a lot as a

Business Studies meaning he has

student. Hopefully this isn’t the last time

successfully accepted his place to

and I get to see everyone back in Long

study Sports Coaching at Anglia Ruskin

Road.”

University!

Congratulations Klesio and best of luck Klesio told us his favourite thing about

with your studies at ARU – we hope we

Long Road is “The support you get from

see you again soon as part of our

your peers and your classmates which

Alumni family!

shows that you are not alone and they can help you if you are struggling with something."

“The support you get from your peers and your classmates which shows that you are not alone and they can help you if you are struggling with something.

I would to thank everyone at Long Road as you have helped me a lot as a student."

Klesio Bari Costa Rosa D*D* - Sport D* - Business Progression: Sports Coaching Anglia Rusking Unviersity

GOOD LUCK GCSE RESULTS DAY - THURSDAY 20 AUGUST 2020 There is now less than one week until GCSE Results Day! It's been an unusual year to say the least, with all exams cancelled students in particular have experienced a tough few months. But don't worry, whatever happens next week, we are here to support you! You can contact our friendly Admissions Team on admissions@longroad.ac.uk or by calling 01223 631100 with any questions or worries you have.

We're keeping our fingers crossed for you (we know you'll do brilliantly!). Good luck from all of us at Long Road!

1 WEEK TO GO We won't lie, the last few months have been super stressful for us all - and we know you're probably really starting to feel the heat with results day just around the corner. Spend this week looking after your mental health; whether thats taking your dog for a walk, having a movie night with your friends or treating yourself to a take-away!

1 DAY TO GO It's been a long wait but tomorrow is the big day! Take some time to make sure you are prepared for tomorrow morning - like making sure you know how to collect your results!

Tomorrow is going to be a busy day so make sure you get a good night's sleep. Good luck, we're keeping everything crossed for you!

THE BIG DAY Congratulations! Share your results and photos of your celebrations with us online using

#LongRoadStars Our friendly Admissions Team are here to help if things haven't quite gone to plan, so don't panic! Whatever your results remember to be proud of your achievements!

WHAT'S NEXT? Time to start preparing to college life! Finish off your summer work and get ready to join us as a Long Road student on 7 September 2020.

Remember, student enrolment is running from the 21 - 27 August and your Year 1 induction is 1 - 4 September. See you soon!

SHINE LIKE A STAR ON GCSE RESULTS DAY GCSE RESULTS DAY 2020 Although we may be apart this GCSE Results Day we want to celebrate together! That’s why we’ve created

#LongRoadStar.

To join in the fun simply...

Post your results day celebration photos to Twitter or Instagram Tag our accounts in your post(s) Twitter: @LR6FC/ Instagram: @lr6fc Use #LongRoadStar in your post so we can send you a special results day celebration message and share your successes far and wide!

Remember to be proud of your achievements whatever your results; if things don’t quite go to plan our friendly Admissions Team will be here to help and support you with your next steps.

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