Given the circumstances that these students have faced in the last 3 years I would like to congratulate each of our students who have achieved success with their A level and AS results. It is a testament to their perseverance and commitment that they have met all of the challenges put before them.  

In relation to A Level results our congratulations to everyone for achieving the grades they deserve. In particular mention must be given to Sasha Bond with an exceptional A*A*A*A*A. Also to Thea Davies A*A*AC, Joseph Griffiths AABC, Jack Davies AABD, Ben Dackins ABBB, Caitlin Powell ABCC, Sophie Evans ABB, Rhianwen Allman and Sophie Edmunds with ABCD and Josh Ellis with BCD. We acknowledge that each student has made their own individual decision about next year but it is very pleasing that all of our students who have applied will now be able to access the university / college course of their choice or place of employment. This is excellent news and a very positive reward for all the hard work and commitment over many years at school. 

Congratulations also to our Year 12 students who have worked hard to make a successful transition from GCSE and completed examinations at AS level. We wish them well as they complete their A Level studies as the final Year 13 cohort at Pontypridd High. 

Through the course of their A Level and AS studies each student has been required to adapt to new expectations and of course the demands of sitting examinations and being assessed at the highest standards. What we know about our school is that support has been offered in so many different ways and this has proved to be an essential part of maintaining a positive outlook when times were difficult. Alongside this I am also very much aware of the strong relationships we have established with each family over a number of years and as staff we greatly appreciate the support you have given. 

Mr Bill Davies, Chair of Governors would also like to acknowledge what has been achieved and pass on his congratulations to all students on their results, in addition to thanking staff for their continued hard work and the support. 

We are extremely proud of every student and everyone can be assured that the offer of support, help and advice will always be there if needed. As staff and governors we thank those students who are now leaving us for their contribution to our School and wish them well as they move on to new opportunities beyond Pontypridd High.  

Huw Cripps 

Headteacher