Students celebrate T-Level results at East Durham College
East Durham College is celebrating a high volume of T-Level distinctions across its 2026 cohort as students celebrate their results.
T-Levels are two-year Level 3 technical qualifications designed to offer a practical alternative to traditional academic routes.
Combining classroom learning with an industry placement, they give students the opportunity to develop technical knowledge alongside practical skills, confidence and professional behaviours.
Evie McIndoe was just one of many students to achieve a distinction, picking up her T-Level results in early years education.
She said: “I’m very happy to get a distinction. It’s been a lot of work.
"I was very nervous but now I’m excited to go to Durham University and hopefully become a reception teacher in the future.”
Scott Bullock, principal and CEO of East Durham College, said: “We are once again delighted with the results of our 2026 T-Level cohort.
"T-Levels provide an excellent route for students who want to develop practical skills and gain experience in the workplace while continuing their education.
"T-Levels combine technical learning and employer experience and provide an invaluable foundation for their future.”
East Durham College has been delivering T-Levels for several years in a range of subjects, from engineering to animal management and behaviour.
The college's T-Level success comes alongside strong performance in apprenticeships, with East Durham College achieving a 75 percent apprenticeship achievement rate, significantly above the national average of 65.7 percent.
Scott added: “Our T-Level and apprenticeship results demonstrate the strength of our technical education offer and the importance of working closely with employers.
“Whether a student is looking towards a career in health and care, animal care or another specialist sector, our aim is to provide the skills, experience and confidence they need to take their next step.”