Ashton International College Ballito learners scoop top honours in 2024 Cambridge Awards
The following learners earned standout results:
Matthew Thomas Latham achieved Top in the World in IGCSE™ physical science (November 2024).
Emily Grace Biebuyck finished Top in South Africa in AS Level environmental management (November 2024).
Yashin Arjoon came Top in South Africa for AS Level accounting (November 2024).
Amber Elizabeth Tilbrook earned High Achievement in A Level psychology (June 2024).
Weilun Yan was awarded High Achievement for IGCSE™ music (November 2024).
The Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards recognise exceptional learner achievement in Cambridge examinations around the world.
'High Achievement' is awarded to learners who have achieved outstanding results in subjects which are not so widely taken and which, under the current criteria, would not qualify for 'Top In' awards.
'Top in' awards are given to students who have achieved the highest mark in a given subject in the country or world.
To find out more, visit https://ashtonballito.co.za/site/academics/ or contact the school directly at scadmissions@ashtonballito.co.za.
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