A and AS Level success in Carmarthenshire

PUPILS in Carmarthenshire have continued to achieve better than Welsh average results in their AS and A Levels.

The results released last Thursday (18th August) show a 100% pass rates in the vast majority of subjects.

The number of pupils gaining an A* to E grade was 98.4% compared to the Welsh average of 97.2%.

In total 6.5 % of pupils gained the top A* grade compared nationally to 6.3%; and 29.3% of Carmarthenshire pupils gained the combined top grades of A* and A compared to 23.9% nationally.

The results show continued success in subjects such as geography, media studies, drama and economics and there is a very positive comparison to all-Wales figures in the majority of subjects.

Similarly, AS Level results show a continuation of the high standards set in previous years with 100% pass rates in many subjects. Of particular note was continued success in music and art and design.

The proportion of pupils gaining an A to E grade at AS Level was 89.1% compared to the Welsh average of 86.8%.

Executive Board Member for Education and Children’s Services Cllr Gwynne Wooldridge said: “The results are once again outstanding and I offer my heartfelt congratulations to the students and staff on their successes. The continued high standards achieved reflects the commitment of this authority through its schools, colleges and support services in ensuring our young people are afforded every opportunity to achieve their full potential.”

Head of Education Wyn Williams said: “Carmarthenshire County Council wishes to congratulate the large number of students who have achieved exceptional standards in this year’s A and AS Level results after two years of hard work.

“Whilst paying tribute to their efforts and success, the council also wishes to acknowledge the dedication and support given to them by their schools, teaching and support staff and, naturally, the parents for whom today will be a proud day.”