MONMOUTHSHIRE students’ A-Level results topped the Welsh average today.
98.7% of all students passed with grades A*-E, surpassing the Welsh average of 97.6%. Within this figure, 23.4% of students achieved the top grades of 'A*' and 'A' and 78.1% achieved 'A* - C'.
Students at 'AS' Level, were equally successful with 93.6% attaining grades A-E, significantly exceeding the Welsh average of 86.4%, and 21.8% of students achieved the top grade of 'A'.
Again this significantly exceeds the Welsh average of 16.1%.
County Councillor Liz Hacket Pain, cabinet member with responsibility for education, said: "A wonderful year, as far as results are concerned, for Monmouthshire students. The 'A' and 'AS' levels are certainly achievements to be proud of for students and parents alike.
Well done. I am delighted with the results and I wish them well for the future."
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