THERE were celebrations among students at South Devon UTC as they collected their GCSE results.

Following months of preparation, exams, and anticipation, students were finally rewarded for their hard work, with many achieving results to be proud of.

Among them were twins Daisy and Lilly Walker who both secured their place at the UTC sixth form to study a Level 3 Extended Diploma in engineering and T Level health qualifications.

GCSE results day. Students at South Devon University Technical College. Engineering student Oscar Lowther happy with his results. He will be returning to SDUTC in September to continue his engineering studies
Engineering student Oscar Lowther happy with his results. He will be returning to SDUTC in September to continue his engineering studies (StevePope/IliffeMedia)

Oscar Lowther will be also staying on at the college to continuing his engineering studies.

Students benefit from the Newton Abbot college’s partnerships with employers, universities and industry.

Over the last year, students have gained hands-on experience with NHS professionals, conservation experts and healthcare organisations, while engineering students visited Kier Construction to experience a live infrastructure project and explore careers in the sector.

GCSE results day. Students at South Devon University Technical College. Twins Daisy and Lily Walker who were studying Health and Social Care and Engineering respectively, check out their results
Twins Daisy and Lily Walker who were studying Health and Social Care and Engineering respectively, check out their results (StevePope/IliffeMedia)

Claire Plumb, Headteacher, said:

‘Today is a fantastic opportunity to celebrate the achievements of our students.

'We are incredibly proud of everything they have accomplished, both inside and outside the classroom.

‘Whether they are continuing their education, beginning an apprenticeship or taking the next step towards employment, they leave us well prepared for the opportunities ahead.’

GCSE results day. Students at South Devon University Technical College
Students at South Devon University Technical College cast their eyes over each others results (StevePope/IliffeMedia)