Triumph for Conyers sixth formers Sarah Adamson and Edward Baker
STUDYING hard proved to be the winning formula for Edward Baker as he secured a place to read chemical engineering at university.
The 18-year-old, of Yarm, achieved all As in his maths, further maths, physics and chemistry A levels for a chance to study at either Nottingham or Loughborough universities.
“I have really enjoyed Conyers which has worked really well for me since Year 7, which is why I stayed for sixth form,” said Edward, a former scout who had to be evacuated along with 50,000 others from the infamous World Scout Jamboree in South Korea.
“I’m really glad I attended the jamboree despite everything that happened. If I can manage sharing a site with 50,000 other scouts I should be able to share a bathroom at university.”
Edward is now looking forward to his degree which includes a year in industry to help students secure jobs.
Sarah Adamson, Student at Conyers School, has been inspired to study nursing at Teesside University.
A keen long distance runner, she has always enjoyed helping others and is a familiar sight in
the school library where she supports the librarian.
“I’ve just about lived in the library from Year 7” said the 17-year-old Billingham Marsh House Harrier, of Ingleby Barwick, who is four times competitor of the English Schools Cross-Country Championships.
“I think everything I have experienced in life so far has made me look for a career where I
can help people, such as nursing.”
When Sarah isn’t running four times a week and competing, she loves to knit, crochet and sew. “I love making toys for presents,” said Sarah, who secured A levels in maths, biology and PE.
Sarah and Edward are just two of the many students celebrating at Conyers Sixth Form. Almost 25 per cent of results were graded A*/A whilst over half were A*-B. The average grade for technical qualifications was a distinction+.
Head of School Chris Coleman said: “We are incredibly proud of our students. Their results reflect the perseverance, commitment and resilience they have shown throughout their programmes of study, supported by the unwavering encouragement of their families and the hard work and dedication of our staff. These achievements provide real opportunities for our young people to access meaningful next steps in higher education, apprenticeships or employment. We wish every student the very best as they move forward.”