A 99 per cent pass rate for A-level exams at the College of West Anglia has been hailed as “absolutely incredible”.

Seventy eight per cent of students also achieved grades A* - C making it a significant rise on last year.

Principal David Pomfret said: “To have a 99 per cent pass rate across our A-level cohort is just phenomenal and I couldn’t be prouder of our students’ accomplishments.

“In addition, the number of students achieving grades A* - C has risen significantly since last year, which is testament to their dedication, perseverance and hard work.

“This year’s result has been absolutely incredible.

“I wish them all the best for the next steps in their careers, whether that be further study, training or employment.”

Phoebe Cox, of Emneth, achieved a brilliant AAC result in English, sociology and biology.

She said: “I chose to study A-levels as I thought they would give me more diversity in what I learned. I’m really pleased with my results today.”

Phoebe now plans to progress on to further study in animal care.

A-levels (short for Advanced Levels) are subject-based qualifications, which can lead to further study, training or work.

For information about higher education qualifications at the University Centre West Anglia (UcWA), visit ucwa.ac.uk or call the Clearing hotline on 01553 815650 on the following days:

• Thursday August 16 - 7am to 8pm

• Friday August 17 - 7am to 8pm

• Saturday August 18 - 8am to 2pm

• Monday August 20 - 8am to 5pm

• Tuesday August 21 - 8am to 5pm