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Kristin School student Asher Goddard, of Warkworth, has achieved a perfect score for the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme, placing him in the top one per cent of students globally.
The IB Diploma is an internationally recognised qualification that Kristin has offered since 1986. Kristin Senior School students can choose to study either the IB or NCEA qualification.
Goddard scored 45 points out of a possible 45 in the two-year IB Diploma Programme.
He says he felt both surprise and happiness when he opened his results.
“Even though I’ve been working towards the diploma for so long, it honestly didn’t feel real and I didn’t believe it,” he says.
Asher says many factors were involved in his success.
“I studied consistently, but I can’t say there wasn’t some luck in the mix because you never know what’s going to be in the exams.”
Asher hopes to attend the University of Melbourne where he plans to study science.
“At this point I want to go into physics research. I’ve always been fascinated by physics and it’s been my number one subject.
“I’m really looking forward to being able to explore that field and carry out research that helps to make a difference in the world.”
Fellow Kristin student Selina Ren, from Pinehill, also scored an impressive 44 out of a possible 45 points.
Overall, 27 per cent of Kristin IB candidates (21 students) gained 40 or more points, meaning they all qualify as New Zealand IB Top Scholars.
Senior School principal David Boardman says a score of more than 40 is an outstanding feat.
“Gaining such impressive scores is a truly remarkable achievement and these scores are testament to the hard work and dedication of the students. Congratulations to Asher, Selina and all the Kristin students who gained their IB Diplomas. We wish them every success for their futures.”
