Edmund Rice College: pupils celebrate outstanding A-Level results
Pupils at Edmund Rice College have reflected on years of hard work and perseverance as they celebrated exceptional A-Level achievements.
The class of 2026 celebrated alongside proud families and dedicated staff, capping a year of significant success for the College.
Edmund Rice College was also delighted to welcome Deirdre Graffin, Senior Education Adviser from CCMS, who joined staff and students in celebrating the outstanding accomplishments of this year's cohort.
Principal Mr Paul Berne praised the collective effort behind this year's success: "Today is a day of celebration for our students, their families and our staff. Across the curriculum, we have seen excellent outcomes, with several departments achieving a 100 percent pass rate at A*-C.
"This level of success reflects a culture of aspiration, hard work and excellence that is embedded throughout our school community and the progress we are making is phenomenal.
"At Edmund Rice College, we have continued to enhance and broaden our A-Level curriculum, ensuring pupils have access to a diverse range of pathways that reflect their interests, talents and ambitions.
"In recent years, we have expanded our traditional A-Level provision while maintaining strong vocational routes, creating a balanced curriculum that supports every learner and provides clear progression to higher education, employment and training.
"The success of this approach is reflected in this year's results, with our overall pass rate increasing by more than 10 percent.”
Subjects introduced at A-Level in recent years, including English Literature, History, Sociology and Religious Studies, delivered outstanding results, achieving outcomes significantly above the Northern Ireland average.
Mr Berne added: “This year also saw the introduction of Mathematics to our post-16 studies and the AS-Level outcomes were highly impressive, giving us great confidence and excitement for what lies ahead.
"These outstanding results are a testament to the hard work and determination of our students, supported at every stage by the unwavering commitment of our staff and the encouragement of our parents/guardians.
"While we celebrate the excellent grades achieved, we are equally proud of the confident, respectful and ambitious young adults our students have become during their journey at Edmund Rice College.
On behalf of the entire school community, I congratulate all of our students on their achievements. We wish them every success and happiness as they embark on the next exciting chapter of their lives."