College students celebrate after success at Cambridge Chemistry Challenge

The college, which is based in Ramsey, had never previously entered the Cambridge Chemistry Challenge for Year 12 students, but they still came home with a silver award in this year’s contest, thanks to lower sixth former, Edward Taylor.

Questions are set by an experienced team of teachers and Cambridge University chemists and this year, due to Covid-19, were sent out electronically for students to sit.

George Wright, Head of Sixth Form at Abbey College, said: “I am extremely proud of this achievement, especially considering the challenges posed by Covid-19.

“The results from the competition are a testament to the hard work and passion of our students, as well as our fantastic teaching staff. A huge congratulations to all the students who took part and especially well done to Edward for his silver award.”

The competition aims to test and challenge students interested in chemistry and provides excellent experience for any student considering taking their studies further.

Tanya Batchford, a science teacher at Abbey College, added: “Eddie is an amazing student who embraces his education. He has not let the difficult year be a barrier to his success and applies himself fully to every task presented to him. I’m proud to be his teacher.”