BUDDING chemists put their skills to the test in the UK Chemistry Olympiad.
A team of 10 A-level Chemistry students at Solihull Sixth Form College took on the challenge, which is an annual test set by the Royal Society of Chemistry.
It offers an opportunity for students to test themselves in the field of Chemistry, develop critical problem-solving skills and increase their knowledge in real-world situations.
The paper takes learners beyond their A level syllabus and students are to be commended for achieving such good results, as four learners attained a Bronze certificate, three reached the Silver standard and two achieved the Gold award.
Sophia Thom, who is going on to study Chemistry at University, was the highest ranked student, and her score was high enough to have the paper sent off to the Royal Society of Chemistry.
Chemistry teacher Hilary Woodward said: “Congratulations to all ten learners for pushing themselves by taking on this challenge.
“They took on this tough competition voluntarily; it involves exploring areas of Chemistry that are more likely to be encountered at university.
“It is tremendous to see our young people achieving such fantastic results, this experience will stand them in good stead for their A level examinations this summer and for their progression onto higher education.”
