At Hurtwood we believe that students can, through careful guidance and clear demonstrations, be taught a broad range of diverse textile techniques, including basic skills of drawing and observation. We have high expectations of our students and this is reflected by the excellent examination results that have been achieved and the high percentage of students that gain access to Foundation and Degree courses in Art and Design both in the UK and abroad. Over the past 5 years, of the 107 students entered for the A-Level Textile examination – 103 have achieved grade A passes and last year our students were commended for having achieved the highest marks possible by the examination board.