Students jumped for joy as they shared their successes after collecting their A-level results at East Norfolk Sixth Form College on Thursday.

The college on Church Lane, Gorleston, has achieved an overall pass rate of 98pc - with 75pc of students achieving grades A* to C.

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Luke Bolan is off to Cambridge University after gaining top marks in his A-Levels. Picture - James WeedsLuke Bolan is off to Cambridge University after gaining top marks in his A-Levels. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)

Luke Bolan, from Loddon, opened his letter to discover top marks as he secured an A* in chemistry, physics and maths.

"I'm off to Girton College, Cambridge, to study engineering," he said with a smile.

"I'm a bit nervous but mostly excited."

Laura Nikoghosyan, from Gorleston, received an A* in law and history, and an A in politics.

"I did better than I expected," she said.

"I've loved my time at East Norfolk," she added.

"The college environment has been amazing."

Ms Nikoghosyan said she is going to defer for a year and try to study history and politics at the LSE in Cambridge.

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Kiera Hodgson said she was going to celebrate her A-Level results at a family outing to Wetherspoon's. Picture - James WeedsKiera Hodgson said she was going to celebrate her A-Level results at a family outing to Wetherspoon's. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)

Kiera Hodgson, from Gorleston, got an A in law, business and economics. She intends to study law at either Trinity Hall, Cambridge, or Durham University.

She said: "Exams were an added stress this year, as I didn't sit GCSE exams in 2021 due to Covid. 

"So it made it a bit more difficult.

"But I'm really pleased and I am looking forward to celebrating in Wetherspoon's later with my family."

Great Yarmouth Mercury: Dr Catherine Richards at East Norfolk Sixth Form's A-Level results day, 2023. Picture - James WeedsDr Catherine Richards at East Norfolk Sixth Form's A-Level results day, 2023. Picture - James Weeds (Image: James Weeds)

East Norfolk Sixth Form College principal, Dr Catherine Richards, said she was pleased with the results and also acknowledged the college's 100pc pass rate in T Level qualifications.

Dr Richards said: "We take pride in the fact that we continue to offer a wide range of subjects and a host of extra-curricular activities that are not available anywhere else locally.

"This makes us unique and highlights our commitment to ensuring that no students are disadvantaged or unable to access the widest possible learning.

"It also re-emphasises the college's importance to the local community."