STUDENTS at Camborne Science & International Academy (CSIA) collected their A-Level results earlier today (Thursday, August 14).

An amazing 70 per cent of CSIA students achieved an A*-B grade, with 39 per cent of students achieving either an A or A* grade. CSIA’s specialist STEM provision, Cornwall School of Maths and Science, excelled with 70 per cent of students achieving A*-A grades.

Proud smile as Rose FaceTimes her mum.
Proud smile as Rose FaceTimes her mum. (Picture: Camborne Science & International Academy)

100 per cent of students who applied for veterinary medicine achieved their grades. Alfie B and Amelia G will be taking their place at Royal Veterinary College, London.

Alfie, who shared his excitement, said: “Throughout my time in Sixth Form I felt really cared for and supported. I was given the best opportunities to succeed and the support that I was given by Mrs Haase on the Vets Pathway was invaluable. I worked hard and focused on my future dream to make myself proud. I can’t wait.”

Five students achieved a place at Cambridge or Oxford. Isla R achieved three A*s in Chemistry French and Maths and an A* in Extended Project Qualification. She will study French and beginners' German at University of Oxford.

Laughter and relief as envelopes are opened after two years of study.
Laughter and relief as envelopes are opened after two years of study. (Picture: Camborne Science & International Academy)

Isla, who expressed her gratitude after studying at Cornwall School of Maths and Science, said: “There was a wonderful and supportive environment at CSMS — the teachers and students have been lovely. I have benefited from smaller class sizes and from teachers who are specialists in their subjects.”

Lily B will be studying medicine at University of Cambridge after achieving two A*s in Chemistry and Maths and an A in Biology. Lily also achieved an A* in the Extended Project Qualification.

Stanley P, who achieved an A_ in maths and 2 A greades in Computer Science and Further Maths as well as an A in EPQ.
Stanley P, who achieved an A in maths, two A grades in Computer Science and Further Maths as well as an A in EPQ. (Picture: Camborne Science & International Academy)

Beth R will study Human Sciences at University of Oxford after achieving an A* in Biology and Chemistry and an A in Maths. George R achieved three A*'s in Maths, Further Maths and Physics and will be taking his place at University of Cambridge to read Engineering. Josh T will study Law at Oxford University after achieving an A* in Economics and Maths, as well as an A in History.

Rose M, who achieved an A_ in Media Studies, 2 A grades in French and Art as well as an A_ in EPQ.
Rose M, who achieved an A in Media Studies, two A grades in French and Art as well as an A in EPQ. (Picture: Camborne Science & International Academy)

Other successes include Edward B who achieved an A* in Maths, Further Maths and Physics and will study Mathematics at University of St Andrews. Benjamin C also achieved A*'s in Maths, Further Maths and Physics and will study Mathematics at University of Warwick. Isabella K achieved A*'s in Biology, Chemistry and Psychology and plans to study Neuroscience at the University of Exeter.

From September, the CSIA Sixth Form will have a fresh new identity and be known as Camborne Sixth Form. The rebrand reflects a renewed focus on ambition, clarity, and community, under the new tagline: “Learn locally, succeed globally.”

Emma Haase, principal of CSIA said:“We are incredibly proud of our students and their fantastic A Level results today. Their hard work, determination and ambition have truly paid off, and it’s been a privilege to support them on their journey.

“As we launch Camborne Sixth Form this September, we’re excited to build on this success and continue offering our students an outstanding education that prepares them for bright futures, locally and globally.”