Last week, Weston College welcomed members of WorldSkills Health and Social Care Team UK for training preparation ahead of the WorldSkills Shanghai competition, taking place in September 2026. The training provided competitors with a valuable opportunity to practice and refine their skills in preparation for the global competition.

The WorldSkills Competition is an international event that brings together talented students and young professionals from across the world to compete in a range of vocational and technical skills. Competitors are challenged to demonstrate their knowledge, technical ability and professionalism to the highest possible standard.

As part of the WorldSkills Health and Social Care competition, contestants complete simulated real-world scenarios involving standardised patients, testing their abilities across six key competencies: communication, assessment, planning, implementation, education and improvement.

Using Weston College’s Health and Social Care simulation room, Team UK were able to replicate realistic care scenarios using high-quality equipment and simulation dummies as patients. This provided competitors with an authentic environment in which to practice their skills, while also showcasing Weston College’s outstanding facilities to external organisations and industry professionals.

Hosting a professional team such as WorldSkills Team UK provides Weston College with a fantastic opportunity to raise the profile of the College and demonstrate the quality of its facilities and learning environments. It also gives our students and staff the chance to observe industry-leading professionals in action, providing first-hand insight into the standards, techniques and professionalism expected within the Health and Social Care sector.

Opportunities such as this strengthen Weston College’s links with industry and showcase how our facilities can support high-level professional training, while inspiring our learners to see the opportunities available to them within their chosen careers.

Good luck to all the competitors competing in WorldSkills Shanghai next month!

This visit forms part of the Health and Social Care Careers Excellence Hub. Weston College's Career Excellence Hubs are designed to be the launching pad for our learners' careers. In a world where connections and relevant skills matter more than ever, these hubs offer a holistic approach that prepares learners to thrive in their chosen industries. With the support of these hubs, our learners are well-equipped to make a significant impact in their professional journeys. 

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This term, our Level 3 Computing students put their digital and creative skills into practice as part of a Social Media unit, working to a specification and framework provided by MSI, the international gaming company known for its high-performance products.

The partnership between Weston College’s Computing and Digital Careers Excellence Hub and MSI provides students with valuable opportunities to engage directly with the gaming and Digital industries. MSI regularly supports the College by sponsoring Esports competitions and enrichment sessions delivered by members of their team, giving students the chance to learn from industry professionals and gain insight into the skills and expectations needed to succeed in the sector.

As part of this partnership, MSI donated two MSI Forge GK600 TKL Wireless Keyboards, two MSI Versa 300 Elite Wireless Mice and two MSI Force GC300 Wireless Game Controllers. The products were used to recognise students’ achievements, rewarding outstanding performance and engagement throughout the unit, as well as providing potential prizes for charity fundraising activities.

Throughout the unit, students developed a social media campaign, with MSI acting as a stakeholder in the assignment. Students received guidance on the dos and don’ts of professional social media, the requirements for effective presentations and how to collaborate successfully with content creators. This provided a valuable opportunity to apply their learning to a realistic industry brief while receiving feedback and insight from an established organisation within the Digital sector.

Three Level 3 Computing students were recognised for their achievements. Ahmed was awarded an MSI controller for his exceptional hard work and performance throughout the unit. Joe received an MSI controller after achieving the highest levels of engagement, with one of his videos promoting the Esports Academy gaining more than 10,000 views. Harvey was awarded the grand prize of an MSI keyboard for producing the most creative and well-edited post, successfully incorporating promotional content for both MSI and Weston Esports Academy.

Opportunities such as this allow students to move beyond the classroom and experience the realities of working on a professional brief. By responding to the expectations of an international organisation, students develop not only their technical and creative abilities, but also key employability skills such as communication, collaboration, time management, problem-solving and responding to feedback.

Working directly with industry professionals also helps students build confidence in their abilities and understand how the skills they are developing can translate into future careers. Experiences like this enable learners to begin building professional networks, strengthen their portfolios and gain a better understanding of industry expectations, giving them a valuable advantage as they progress into further study, apprenticeships or employment within the digital sector.

A huge thank you to MSI for supporting our learners and facilitating their personal and professional progression with these high-value products.

This collaboration forms part of the Digital Careers Excellence Hub. Weston College's Career Excellence Hubs are designed to be the launching pad for our learners' careers. In a world where connections and relevant skills matter more than ever, these hubs offer a holistic approach that prepares learners to thrive in their chosen industries. With the support of these hubs, our learners are well-equipped to make a significant impact in their professional journeys.

Progress to the next level in Computing and Digital! At University Centre Weston (UCW) our students give us impressive feedback, with our latest National Student Survey results putting us above average in all nine areas! Find out more about our exceptional teaching, wellbeing services and learning resources by visiting our website. Click here!

If you are passionate about education and are looking for an opportunity to join the staff team at a leading college, then look at the latest job vacancies available at Weston College here. You can find all the latest job opportunities that Weston College has to offer, with a commitment to providing quality education for learners and a focus on continuous professional development for staff, Weston College is an excellent place to work and grow in your career.

Weston College Learners Excel Across A Levels, T Levels and Vocational Qualifications 

Today, learners from across Weston College studying A Levels, T Levels, BTECs and University Arts London (UAL) qualifications came together to celebrate exceptional achievements on Results Day 2026. 

This year's results demonstrate significant progress across the College, with improvements in high grades, increased pass rates and an impressive number of subjects achieving 100% pass rates. The achievements reflect the dedication, resilience and ambition of learners, supported by the expertise and commitment of college staff. 

A Level Success Continues to Rise 

A Level students achieved an impressive 95.0% overall pass rate, with high grades (A-B*) increasing by 4.1 percentage points compared with 2025. 14 out of 23 subjects achieved a 100% pass rate, highlighting the strength of teaching and learning across a broad range of academic disciplines. 

Across the wider Sixth Form provision, which includes A Levels, the Diploma in Criminology, BTEC Sport and Exercise Science and the Extended Project Qualification, 95.2% of learners successfully achieved their qualifications. 

Strong Outcomes for T Level Learners 

Students studying T Levels achieved a 91.2% pass rate, with particularly impressive growth in high grades. The proportion of learners achieving the top Distinction and Distinction* grades increased by almost 10 percentage points, rising by 9.9% compared with 2025. 

A remarkable seven out of nine T Level subject areas achieved a 100% pass rate.  

T Levels combine classroom learning with substantial industry placements, enabling learners to develop valuable workplace experience alongside their studies and preparing them for highly skilled careers. 

Vocational Excellence in BTEC Programmes 

BTEC learners achieved outstanding results across a wide range of vocational subject areas, with an overall pass rate of 97.7%, up 2.3 percentage points on the previous year. 

High grades increased by an impressive 9.1 percentage points, with particularly strong improvements in learners achieving the very highest outcomes. 

Students excelled across a wide range of sectors including Animal Management, Business, Construction, Education and Early Years, Hair and Beauty, Health and Social Care, Hospitality and Catering, Motor Vehicle, Protective Services, Travel and Tourism, and Sport. 

Creative and Performing Arts Achieve 100% Pass Rate 

Creative and Performing Arts learners studying UAL qualifications celebrated exceptional success, with 100% of students achieving their qualification, an increase on the previous year. 

The results spanned 13 different subject areas, while the number of learners achieving the highest grades increased by 4.1 percentage points.  

UCAS Success 

Many of our Level 3 learners collecting their results today have successfully secured places at university, representing a 6.7 percentage point increase on 2025 and more than double the national rate of increase. Of those progressing to higher education, an impressive 95.2% have been accepted by their first-choice university. 

We are also delighted to see a more than 30% increase in the number of learners who, as of Results Day, have secured places at Russell Group universities, including two Sixth Form students who will be progressing to the University of Oxford. 

For learners still considering their next steps, our Careers and Employability Team is available to provide support and guidance through Clearing, both in person and online. 

Among this year's success stories are: 

Kornelia, a former Priory school student is celebrating exceptional A Level results after achieving an A* in Further Maths and an A in Chemistry, these results add to last years A* and A, meaning Kornelia will now progress to Oxford University to study Biochemistry. 

Kornelia said: "I'm happy with my results and excited to be heading to Oxford University to study Biochemistry. It's been a lot of hard work, so seeing it all payoff is a good feeling. I achieved an A in Chemistry and an A* in Further Mathematics this year. The support from the Sixth Form has been good. The extra sessions they provided were valuable, and I always felt I could ask questions and leave with a clear understanding of the subject.” 

Alfie studied his T-Level Early Years & Education at the College and collected a Merit today. 

Alfie said: “I'm really pleased with my results and excited to be progressing to the University of Gloucestershire to study Early Childhood Studies. I'd like to say a huge thank you to my tutors, Rachael, Kayleigh and Lisa. They have been amazing throughout my time at Weston College and have always been there to support and encourage me. They are genuinely the best tutors and lecturers I could have asked for. My advice to anyone starting college this year would be to put the effort in, stay focused and try not to overthink everything. Make the most of your time here, get involved and enjoy the experience because you'll definitely have fun along the way." 

Beck a learner who travels in from Nailsea, is celebrating achieving a Merit on her UAL Media Level 3 course and will now progress to a Media degree at University Centre Weston. 

"I am really impressed with my results. I did have some struggles in my final year, but I really pushed myself to the limit and I got the grade I wanted. I'm now moving onto the Media degree at University Centre Weston. I'd like to thank all my tutors, especially Tom. He has been so supportive and helpful throughout my time at Weston College and was always rooting for me to succeed.” 

Michael, a former Priory School student, is celebrating after achieving a Distinction in his Level 3 Uniformed Public Services course. He is now one step closer to achieving his ambition of becoming a Police Officer. 

"I’m really pleased with my result and was excited to collect it today. Achieving a Distinction is a great feeling and reflects all the hard work I’ve put in throughout the course. To celebrate, I think I'll be treating myself to a takeaway tonight, probably fish and chips! I'd like to thank all my lecturers, Dave, Nicola, Aaron and Steve, for their support and guidance throughout my time at Weston College. They have helped me develop the skills and confidence I need to take the next step towards my goal of becoming a Police Officer." 

Weston College's Principal and Chief Executive, Pat Jones, said: 

"This year's results are a tremendous achievement and demonstrate the exceptional talent, determination and ambition of our learners. 

We are particularly pleased to see significant increases in high grades across A Levels, T Levels and BTEC programmes, alongside an outstanding number of subject areas achieving 100% pass rates. These results show that our students are not only succeeding but excelling. 

“Behind every result is a story of hard work and perseverance. I would like to thank our dedicated staff, employer partners and families who have played such an important role in helping our learners achieve their goals. 

"Whether progressing to university, apprenticeships or employment, our students leave Weston College with the skills and confidence needed to succeed. We are particularly proud to see learners progressing onto a wide range of exciting destinations, including Russell Group universities, Medicine and Veterinary Science degree programmes, apprenticeships and skilled careers.  

“Congratulations to the Class of 2026. We are incredibly proud of everything you have achieved and look forward to seeing what you accomplish next." 

Weston-super Mare’s MP Dan Aldridge was also on site this morning to meet students and staff to congratulate them all on their achievements, Dan said:  

“Results Day is a huge moment for everyone involved and today is a chance to celebrate all that hard work. Whatever the results, I hope every student feels proud of what they’ve achieved and excited about what comes next. I know how hard students have worked to reach this day, but I also want to recognise the incredible dedication of the teachers and college staff who have supported them every step of the way.” 

There is still time for prospective students to secure a place at Weston College for September 2026. Whether you're interested in A Levels, T Levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships or higher education, our team is on hand to help you find the right pathway. Visit www.weston.ac.uk  to explore your options and apply online, or pop into one of our receptions where our staff will be happy to answer any questions and support you with your application. 

 

 

 

 

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