Jewish schools in the UK celebrated another remarkable year of A-Level and vocational results in 2024, with teachers expressing immense pride in their

Year 13 students' achievements.

JCoSS reported its "best ever" results, with six students set to attend Oxford or Cambridge and most securing places at their first-choice universities. The school highlighted the exceptional dedication and hard work of its students, with 53% of A-Level and Cambridge Technical Qualification grades being A*-A. Notably, 80% of A-Level grades were A*-B, and in vocational subjects, 75% of all grades were Distinction or higher.

Top achievers at JCoSS included Timara Kaplan and Raphael Kelvin, who both earned four A* grades. Several other students also excelled, receiving three A* grades each.

JCoSS Headteacher Dr. Melanie Lee expressed her pride, stating, "We are incredibly proud of our students for their hard work and determination. They are now well-prepared to go out into the world."

At JFS in Kenton, 55% of A-Level grades were A*-A, with 83% A*-B. Vocational students achieved equally impressive results, with 86% earning Distinction or Distinction* grades. Although the Average Points Score was slightly lower than the previous year, it still equated to an average A-Level grade of A-. Headteacher David Moody praised the students' tenacity and focus, noting that 16 students achieved three or more A* grades.

Yavneh College also had a strong showing, with 44% of A-Level grades being A*-A. While this was a slight decrease from the previous year, the school maintained high standards, with many students achieving exceptional results. Headteacher Spencer Lewis commended both students and teachers for their efforts, expressing pride in their accomplishments.

Hasmonean High School for Boys saw 41% of students achieving A*-A grades, with standout performances, including Josh Fluss, who earned four A* grades. Across the road, Hasmonean Girls outperformed their male counterparts, with 52% of grades at A*-A and 74% at A*-B. Headteachers at both schools praised the students' dedication and hard work.

King David High School in Manchester also made strides, with 28% of grades at A*-A and 57% at A*-B. The school is focused on continuing to improve results in the coming years.

Immanuel College reported significant academic achievement, with 25% of grades at A*, up from 14% in 2023. The school outperformed national averages across various sectors, with 59% of grades at A*-A. Head Master Dr. Millan Sachania celebrated the students' dedication and ambition, wishing them success in their future endeavors.

Despite the challenges faced by the community, particularly following the events in Israel in October 2023, Jewish schools demonstrated resilience and excellence in their results. Rabbi David Meyer, chief executive of Partnerships for Jewish Schools (PaJeS), praised the schools and students for their exceptional efforts during a difficult year. Photo by Philafrenzy, Wikimedia commons.