There were joyous scenes this morning at Edmund Rice College as pupils celebrated outstanding A Level results.

Once again, the pupils excelled and there were smiles all round as the pupils, staff and parents came together to mark this momentous occasion in the school’s journey, as this was the first ever cohort of girls to receive A Level results in the school’s history.

Principal Paul Berne praised the work ethic and commitment shown by the pupils, staff and parents.

“We are on a journey here in Edmund Rice College. Results have been excellent across the curriculum, with several departments celebrating 100% pass rate in their subjects, alongside very strong results in subjects that are only in their infancy.

"There are so many success stories. The governors made a brave, ambitious and aspirational decision to tailor our A Level curriculum over the past few years to meet the needs of all our pupils and I am delighted that this vision is being rewarded with such excellent results. Furthermore, this is the first set of A Level results for our girls who made that difficult decision seven years ago to become the first Year 8 girls to attend the school. I think their decision has been totally justified today. I must also give huge credit to our boys who continue to thrive as they always do.

“These results do not come easily and we are blessed with committed and hard-working pupils and a phenomenal staff team who give everything and more to ensure our pupils achieve their full potential. Special mention must also go to our parents who work tirelessly to support the school and their children to succeed. We could not do this without them.

“I am extremely proud of what we have achieved together and all at ERC wish our leavers every success in their future endeavours.”