Portadown College was delighted to celebrate another year of worthy examination success on 13 August 2026, with students securing results that significantly outperformed Northern Ireland averages across all key performance measures.
This year’s A Level cohort attained one-third of all grades at A-A*, reflecting the outstanding commitment, resilience and academic excellence demonstrated by our Year 14 leavers students throughout their studies.
Principal Gillian Gibb paid tribute to these achievements:
“On behalf of the entire Portadown College community, I would like to congratulate our A Level cohort on their outstanding achievements. These results are a testament not only to their academic ability, but also to their dedication, perseverance and determination to succeed. Collectively, they reflect the high aspirations and excellent standards that characterise Portadown College.
Each student in Year 14 has undertaken an individual journey, sometimes with significant challenges along the way, to secure their personal best outcomes. Behind every student was a team of dedicated teachers, supportive families and committed support staff who encouraged and guided them throughout their time at PC. Sincere thanks to the College community for their valuable contributions to these wonderful outcomes.”
4 A* grades
Joshua Henderson
Sophie Millar
4 A grades
Kate Haffey
3 A* grades
Charlie Beattie
Lee McClelland
Sarah Spence
2 A* grades within their A Level grade profile
Bethany Best
Leah Galbraith
Noah Jones
Keeley Telford
Kiyan Telford
3 A*/A grades
Franek Andrzejak
Saffron Baxter
Amelia Bell
Lucy Boyd
Ethan Cardwell
Sarah Cranston
Suni Dowds
Robert Fagan
Darcie Graham
Luke Irwin
Ryan Irwin
Alex Jackson
Joe Logan
Kirsty McCrory
Laura McGuinness
Jack Poole
Gabriele Ptakauskaite
Myah Rice
Katie Richardson
Amy Sloan
A*ABB grades
Cleo Crossley
3 A grades
Sam Bentley
Emily Finlay
Faith Miskelly
A*AB grades
Emily Adamson
Sophie Allen
Rose Armstrong
James Dunlop
Grace George
Hermes Lee
Katy Minish
Alongside this success, Portadown College’s AS Level students also performed strongly, providing an excellent platform for continued study and future achievement.
Congratulations to our top AS performers, all of whom achieved 4 A grades:
India Adams
Kathryn Gault
Chloe Jackson
Danielle Kelly
Evie Mahood
Cassie Mckee
Ewan McNally
Benjamin Moles
Isaac Moore
Charlie Poole
Emily Quinn
Charlie Rodgers
A further 17 students in the cohort achieved 3 A grades:
Megan Abernethy
Jack Cousins
Samuel Elliott
Emily Matchett
Callum Doak
Tom Donaldson
Leah Finlay
Claudia Graham
Annie Hamilton
James McClatchey
Charlotte McCracken
Jack Steele
Poppy Telford
Sophie Toal
Eva Todd
Jane Vogan
Alana Woods
Principal Gillian Gibb added:
“Our AS Level students have achieved results of which they can be proud. These outcomes provide a strong foundation for the next stage of their studies, and we look forward to supporting them as they continue their academic journey.”
As students prepare to progress to university, further education, apprenticeships and employment, Portadown College celebrates not only their academic success but also the character, leadership and positive contribution they have demonstrated during their time at the College in the classroom and beyond.
The Board of Governors and staff of Portadown College extend their warmest congratulations to all students, wishing them every success and fulfilment in the future.”