The results, published this morning (16 December), revealed that the College has achieved a 100 per cent SACE completion rate.
36.6 per cent of graduating students achieved an ATAR above 75, outshining the national average of 25 per cent.
Meanwhile, 77.7 per cent of all subject grades were As or Bs, with 58.5 per cent of students achieving an A in a subject, and 92.6 per cent achieving a B or above.
The results mean that the 41 Investigator College students graduating in 2024 are well-positioned to follow their dreams, with many now guaranteed a place in their preferred university courses in fields such as engineering, law and viticulture.
Students Will Fitton, Lucy Haythorpe, Matthew Boyd, Bell Parker and Chloe McPherson all achieved an ATAR over 90, with Will Fitton’s score of 96.45 making him the College Dux and Lucy Haythorpe’s score of 94.00 making her the runner-up.
2024 Dux, Will Fitton
“I’m really excited about my results. I was able to achieve the results I wanted,” Will said.
“This year was quite difficult, especially towards the exam period, but I had excellent support around me to help — including Mr Oldham, my physics teacher; Ms Collins, my chemistry teacher; Mrs O’Donnell and Mrs Bonser; and Mr Dunkley, my specialist maths and methods teacher.
“All of my teachers helped me stay focused and I also had an incredible student cohort, who made Year 12 a fun and enjoyable experience.
“My parents also had a huge role keeping me focused and kept home a place where I could continue my study. I am super grateful for all those who helped me.”
Fellow student Della Williss achieved a Merit in Agricultural Sciences, placing her among the state’s highest achievers in this subject.
These strong academic results are complemented by cohort’s Vocational Education and Training outcomes via the College’s Currency Creek EcoCentre.
31 students have achieved a Certificate II or III and are now qualified to pursue a career in Horticulture or Conservation and Ecosystem Management.
“We are really proud of what this cohort has been able to achieve and for the part we have played in supporting them to be their best selves,” College Principal, John Robinson said.
“The future is so exciting for each and every one of them and we look forward to seeing them thrive on the pathways that are now open to them thanks to their efforts at school, as well as the support of the wonderful teachers here at Investigator.
“These results are proof that you can remain at home in your community and achieve great things, right here on the Fleurieu Peninsula.”
Head of Secondary School, Jodie O’Donnell, echoed Mr Robinson’s sentiments, adding that the results reflected the College’s diverse pathways.
“It is well recognised that student engagement increases when students can follow their passions,” Mrs O’Donnell said.
“These results are a testament to the pathways available here at Investigator, as well as the size of our classes, which allow every student to receive the individual attention that they deserve.
“Academic achievement is only one piece of the puzzle and can never tell the full story of what makes a great school.
“Student wellbeing is a massive focus here at Investigator College and we can also measure our success based on whether our Year 12s look back fondly on their years at school.”
