Harry Fowler picked up a BTEC Triple Distinction in Public Services, and is now hoping to pursue a career in the Navy.
The 18-year-old, from Redcar, who came to Middlesbrough College from Ryhill Secondary, said the support from his tutors helped him get the grades.
Harry said: “I had great support from all the tutors, who really took the time to make sure I knew what I was doing with assignments.
“Paul Welch really went out of his way to give me a lot of help.”