Oxbridge Success: Click here to view which students received offers!
Oxbridge Success
Ashmole Academy runs a highly effective Oxbridge Programme. Successful outcomes have continued this year with a number of students accepting offers for undergraduate study at Oxford and Cambridge: The diversity in degree subjects and A Levels these students have chosen is a testament to their outstanding efforts and the well-rounded education provided by the school.
Given that the average number of Oxbridge offers per state school in the UK sits at just under 1 and, on average, 79% of state schools do not send any students to Oxbridge, our Programme is proving extremely effective. This year 7 students received offers, including 1 placed in the Summer Pool for Cambridge.
These students are:
Eloisa A – English – Cambridge
Faith B – Psychological & Behavioural Sciences – Cambridge
Ashton D – Psychology & Linguistics – Oxford
Mustafa K – Medicine – Cambridge
Luke R – Engineering – Cambridge
Ella S – Geography – Oxford
Olivia K – Natural Sciences – Cambridge (Summer Pool)
We take pride in our trailblazing Oxbridge Programme that puts our students at the forefront of innovative education. The following students have provided some insight into how the Programme helped them to achieve their success:
Eloisa A – Churchill College, Cambridge reading English
Whilst initially, Oxbridge seemed like a shot in the dark, Mr Sergiou's and Ms Lawrence's incredible support made it seem like getting an offer was possible and all the hard work put in was most definitely worthwhile! The programme not only pushed me to fulfil my academic potential, but shaped me into a more confident and passionate person.
Ashton D – St Hilda’s College, Oxford reading Psychology and Linguistics
The Oxbridge Programme provided me with so much support throughout the whole process, from practice for admission tests to mock interviews. At the beginning of Year 12, I never thought I would apply for Oxford and because of the Oxbridge Programme, I had the confidence to apply.
Mustafa K – Clare College, Cambridge reading Medicine
I genuinely cannot be grateful enough. From sessions designed to improve our critical thinking, to receiving inspiration from previous offer holders, every session was made to build on a particular part of our application. Other than the weekly sessions, being able to speak to Mrs Lawrence and Mr Sergiou outside of sessions was something I believe none of my friends from any other school had as much access to as we did. I remember going there for absolutely anything. One time I was nervous before a presentation and Mr Sergiou got me to do his iconic “boom shakalaka”, then biting a pen to help me feel confident. I honestly cannot be thankful enough to either of them. Alongside this, having Mrs Shah give me tailored help on each part of my application, from reading every draft of my Personal Statement to replying to my emails during summer regarding UCAT help. I cannot be thankful enough.
Luke R – Fitzwilliam College, Cambridge reading Engineering
The Programme arranged multiple mock interviews for me which boosted my confidence and ability to explain my thoughts for the real thing. It also gave me a better idea of what it would be like, allowing me to prepare effectively since I knew what to expect.
Faith B – Trinity Hall, Cambridge reading Psychological and Behavioural Sceinces
My Oxbridge Mentors at Ashmole were invaluable with the process of applying to Oxbridge. Particularly with refining my personal statement, making sure it showcased who I am and aligning with the sharpness Oxbridge expects.
