Notre Dame Catholic Academy celebrates outstanding A-level results for 2024 

A-level students from Notre Dame Catholic Academy are celebrating following an impressive achievement for the class of 2024, which boasts an overall pass rate of 99.3 per cent, with 74.3 per cent of learners achieving high grades in the A*- C bracket.

Among the standout subjects, students studying music, Spanish, health and social care, chemistry, and art achieved a remarkable 100 per cent A*- C pass rate.  

Among this year’s top achievers, Jack Smith has secured a place at the University of Oxford to study engineering after achieving three A*s in maths, further maths, physics, alongside a B in chemistry. He expressed gratitude for the support he received, stating: “I am really pleased with my results and it’s good that I have achieved my place at Oxford. I am looking forward to going and don’t feel nervous – just happy!” 

Maya Flaherty has also achieved her goals, securing a place at Hope University to study a combined degree in film and visual culture with tourism, with her heart set on a career in photography with ambitions of working abroad. Maya gained an average grade of an A with an A grade in 3D design, distinction in business and distinction* in sport.  

Students at the academy have also secured places at several prestigious Russell Group universities, including the University of Durham, the University of Liverpool, the University of Manchester, and Newcastle University, among others. 

Victoria Taylor, headteacher at Notre Dame Catholic Academy, a part of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust, proudly stated: “These outstanding A-level results are a reflection of the dedication and hard work of our students and the commitment of our wonderful staff.

“We are thrilled that our students have secured their chosen university courses and we look forward to hearing about their future achievements. Our sixth form is going from strength to strength with increasing numbers and courses on offer.

“It is our aim to provide an enriching educational environment that empowers our students to excel academically, socially and emotionally. These results are a testament to their hard work and determination and we are bursting with pride to share their achievements with them today.” 

 Andrew Truby, CEO of St Joseph Catholic Multi Academy Trust echoed this praise, saying: “I would like to congratulate all of our students on their results this year. Notre Dame has prepared them well for the next stage of their education or work and I wish them the very best for the future.”