41% of A-Level students secure A* to B grades

500 teenagers collect results on the Isle of Man

Around 500 students have received their A-Level, BTEC and other Level 3 qualifications on the Isle of Man today.

That includes those teenagers who were given their results in error, ahead of schedule, yesterday (16 August).

Statistics, from the Island’s five secondary schools, show 41 per cent of students secured A-Level grades A* to B.

Sixty-seven per cent secured pass rates of A* to C.

The overall pass rate for A-Levels – graded at between A* and E – was 97 per cent.

Forty-four per cent of students, who studied for a Level 3 BTEC at University College Isle of Man, got a distinction.

Results awarded to students today reflect a return to pre-pandemic grading processes for national and international examination boards.

The Department of Education, Sport and Culture says early indications show that around two thirds of students intend to enrol on degree courses at universities or UCM.

It adds the trend of 18-year-olds opting for full time employment instead is expected to continue – last year a third of school leavers moved directly into the workforce.

Minister Julie Edge said: “These outcomes hold great importance for our young people, offering a range of choice.

“My thanks to the commitment of our schools and UCM staff who have guided and supported these learners on their educational path.

“As we celebrate the accomplishments of the Island’s young people today it's important to recognise that every student's journey is unique.

“Whichever path they choose there are many options open to them and success is always achievable.

“Whatever their choice of direction going forwards I wish every student success for their future.”

Staff have been in schools and UCM today to offer advice and support as they consider their journey into higher education, employment, apprenticeships and other career opportunities.