Lyonians will once again be making their way around the country to the UK’s top universities after they picked up their quite brilliant A Level results. It is encouraging to learn that whilst the national picture shows a decline in results, John Lyon continues to see excellent results across the board. Vinay Kapoor achieved A* A* A and will be reading politics at the University of Warwick, a top-10 UK institution. As Head Boy, Vinay led the school exceptionally this year. His excellent sense of leadership has equipped him with abundant opportunities and key skills. He is particularly concerned with student welfare and has championed the school’s student mentor scheme.
Vinay said, “I’m delighted with my results. I have had the privilege of serving as Head Boy this year and I am so proud of my cohort for their excellent results. I would like to thank the school for all their support – the teachers have been nothing short of brilliant. I am now looking forward to university life at Warwick.”
Harsh Hingorani has been awarded A* A* A and will be studying mechanical and acoustical engineering at University of Southampton. As Deputy Head Boy he has been responsible for co- ordinating prefect team’s work with younger members of the school, focusing his support on science and interactive learning. On a more practical level, he also led a group of students on a Greenpower project to build and race a motor-powered car.
Harsh told us, “I’m absolutely thrilled! The support from the school has been immense. I am grateful for my lessons, the opportunities afforded to me and the university applications process. I’m now eagerly looking forward to a new setting on the south coast – my first time living away from London!”
Fares Shehata achieved straight A* A* A* A* and will go on to study computer science. Fares, a senior prefect, was a member of the Head Boy team, responsible for co-ordinating Excellence events and STEAM activities.
Fares told the newsweekly, “I feel very proud of my results and I’m extremely relieved they are as good as expected. I am happy to see my hard work has paid off. The support of teachers definitely enabled my straight A* results. The sixth form team have continuously advised on the best choices to make and it this has proved to be most useful. Many thanks to my parents for trusting me to work hard.”
Ayaan Haneef was awarded A* A* A and will take up a place at the London School of Economics, currently third in the UK university standings, to study philosophy and economics. Ayaan, who has played tennis at international level and reached the top 100 in the UK, volunteered at a primary school, assisting young children with maths though a John Lyon partnership. He has also generously fundraised for a number of important global issues and initiatives, including the impact of Covid on vulnerable communities.
“I am thrilled that my two years of hard work has paid off. The school has guided me very well and the staff have been very supportive, especially during Covid and lockdowns. I’m really excited to start university and I would like to thank my mum and dad for pushing me and helping me throughout my school life,” he said.
Dev Patel achieved A A A and an additional A in the EPQ (Extended Project Qualification). He will be heading across the capital to the London School of Economics to study politics. During his time at school, Dev was a prefect who helped organise events and school tours. He has a particular interest in UK voting patterns and is also a keen footballer, representing the school on a number of occasions.
Dev said, “I was so happy and relieved when I opened my results. I’m very grateful for the support of my teachers throughout my time at John Lyon – together with my parents, they have helped me achieved my potential.”
