GCSE Results Day 2024: Pupils in Black Country, Staffordshire and Wyre Forest get set for next steps

In school halls, theatres and sports halls across the Black Country, Staffordshire and Wyre Forest, students will be finding out their results and looking ahead to future studies, apprenticeships or trainee schemes as they take their first steps into the working world.

The annual day of destiny for 16-year-olds will be one of jubilant celebration for some, but uncertainty for others, with schools offering support services to those who need it.

One school that was anticipating a big day for its pupils is Beacon Hill Academy in Sedgley, an academy which has celebrated great results over previous years.

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Principal Sukhjot Dhami said GCSEs are incredibly important for pupils looking at the next step of their journey, but the academy is there to support those students who needed extra help.

He said: "I think for students receiving their results, the day is very important for the next step in their journey as it can open pathways and doors for them to be able to go onto apprenticeships or level three qualifications, so they really can open doors and avenues for them.

"However, if you don't get the result you were looking for, it's not the end of the world as we will have our own careers team here to support them and we'll have four different colleges here looking at a range of other qualifications that they could do.

"Beacon Hill is all about dreaming big, so to continue to dream big means learning doesn't just end at school, but continues on for the rest of their lives, so I hope the students continue to apply themselves and try hard and I wish them all the best today and for the future."

The support of students who have performed "poorly" in the GCSEs, particularly England and maths, has become even more important, according to research which said that those students would face "dire" life consequences as a result.

In England, many students who do not secure at least a grade 4, which is considered a "standard pass", in English language and/or maths GCSE, are required to retake the subjects during post-16 education.

A working paper, which has not yet been peer-reviewed, suggests that teenagers who did not reach this standard in their English and maths GCSEs had a "significantly higher" incidence of being stopped and questioned and to have been formally cautioned by the police compared with their peers.

Even when controlling for individual and family characteristics, these differences remained, it found.

Researchers from Exeter University and University College London (UCL) used data from the UK Millennium Cohort Study to track the lives of 11,524 pupils born in England in 2000/2001, who then sat their GCSEs in 2016/2017.

This study examined the early life outcomes of pupils in England who did not achieve at least a grade 4 in both English and maths GCSEs at the end of Year 11, which is around a fifth of teenagers, compared with their peers who did.

In England, traditional A*-G grades for GCSEs were replaced with a 9-1 system, where 9 is the highest.

Labour's new Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has said the existing policy of compulsory GCSE maths and English resits needs "attention".

She told reporters earlier this month: "You'll appreciate that a month into the job that I have a big list of areas that need attention and require consideration and this is very much one of them.

"I do want to make sure that all young people have got a really firm foundation in English and maths because that is the springboard for the rest of their lives."

A Department for Education spokesperson said: "Having a good standard of English and maths is key to a good education, future career options and to ensure rising standards.

"We are committed to supporting pupils to get the required grade to ensure they are set up for work and life.

"Spanning across Key Stage 1 through to Key Stage 5, the Curriculum and Assessment Review will bring together education experts, leaders and staff to address the barriers to opportunity including how we can best support 16-19 years olds who don't achieve grade 4 in these key subjects by the age of 16."

Results across the region

Mayor of the West Midlands, Richard Parker, offered his congratulations and some words of encouragement to anxious pupils getting their GCSE results at Beacon Hill Academy today.

He said: “Congratulations to everyone on your GCSE results! Be proud of what you’ve achieved. I’m confident you have a bright future ahead."

Meanwhile, hard work by students at Kidderminster’s Baxter College has paid off as they celebrated their GCSE and BTEC results, having achieved more top grades than last year.

Delighted headteacher Katie Beech praised the students who had “studied hard to achieve success, gaining more grade 8s and 9s than in 2023”.

She added: “I am so pleased for them and whether they are going onto sixth form here at Baxter or to other destinations, I wish them the very best.”

High flyers included Isaac Cluley with 9 GCSEs, including 4 grade 9s and 3 grade 8s, and Freya McDermott with 9 GCSEs, including 4 grade 9s, 2 grade 8s and 2 grade 7s.

Alfie Colley achieved a grade 9, 3 grade 8s, 4 grade 7s and a grade 6, while James Bloor gained 3 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s, 3 grade 6s and a merit.

Emily Hicks secured a grade 8, a grade 7, 5 grade 6s, a grade 5 and a BTEC pass. Rosie Roberts gained a BTEC distinction*, a grade 8, 2 grade 7s, a grade 6 and 4 grade 5s, while Veronica Bernabe achieved 2 BTEC distinctions and a merit, plus 1 grade 7 GCSE, a grade 6 and 4 grade 5s.

Subjects which excelled included dance, physics, languages and chemistry.

The school is part of the Severn Academies Educational Trust and acting chief executive Matthew Carpenter said: “Congratulations to our students on achieving their grades and a big thank you to our staff for their guidance and to the families for their support.”

Students at Shireland Collegiate Academy are also celebrating after receiving their results.

Overall, 69 per cent of students achieved a Grade 4 or above in both English and maths, with Grade 4 set by the government as a pass. 94 per cent of students achieved five GCSE passes, with 81 per cent of students achieving a pass in English and 71 per cent in maths. Additionally, over 50 per cent of students attained a Grade 7 or higher in biology, chemistry and physics.

Performances were particularly strong in the core subjects of English, maths and science with other performance highlights in art, religious studies and health and social care.

Moira Green, Principal at Shireland Collegiate Academy, said: “We are incredibly proud of our students and their amazing achievements this year. These results have been a culmination of years of hard work, not only from our students but also dedicated staff, whose support has been instrumental in our students’ success today.

“We take great pride in the achievements of our exceptional students and on behalf of everyone here at the academy, I wish them all great success in their future endeavours knowing that they leave Shireland with the skills, confidence and qualifications to secure a bright future.”

Sir Mark Grundy, CEO of Shireland Collegiate Academy Trust, said: “Congratulations to all our GCSE and BTEC students at Shireland Collegiate Academy. We are thrilled to be celebrating your well-deserved successes, which reflect your many years of hard work and perseverance.

“As you look to prepare for your next, exciting chapters at sixth form, college or in apprenticeships, remember that your potential is limitless. We are confident that you will continue to excel and make us proud. On behalf of the trust, we wish you a future filled with every happiness and success.”

Shireland Collegiate Academy has an open evening on Tuesday, September 17, for any families wanting to learn more about joining Year 7 in September 2025. The doors will be open from 4.00pm-7.00pm, no need to book just turn up.

If you are a Year 11 student and would like to consider joining Shireland Collegiate Academy Sixth Form in September, contact 0121 558 8086 or email info@sca.shirelandcat.net

Thorns Collegiate Academy, Brierley Hill, is also celebrating the achievements of its Year 11 students.

In this moment of achievement, the school community also reflects on a profound loss, uniting in honouring the memory of Tyrese Johnson, who tragically passed away in July.

A book of condolence is open at the academy, offering a space for students, staff and community members to express their sympathy and pay tribute to Tyrese.

Principal, Nikki Jones, said: “Today is a day of both pride and reflection for Thorns Collegiate Academy. We are incredibly proud of our students and their achievements, which are the result of their relentless efforts and support of our staff. We extend our heartfelt congratulations and best wishes to all our students for their future endeavours.

“As we celebrate these accomplishments, we also remember Tyrese, whose absence is deeply felt in our community. We will continue to honour his memory by ensuring that we continue to support our students, staff and the wider community during this time of remembrance and beyond.”

Overall, 90 per cent of students achieved five or more GCSEs or equivalent passes, with Grade 5 set by the government as a strong pass. Nearly 10 per cent of the grades awarded were in the range of grades 7 – 9, with a total of 46 Grade 9 or Level 2 Distinction awarded, the highest grade possible. In English, just under a quarter of students achieved grades 7 to 9, which is a continuation of the excellent results in this subject.

Thorns Collegiate Academy has an open evening on Thursday, September 19, for any families wanting to learn more about joining Year 7 in September 2025. The doors will be open from 5:30pm-8:00pm.

Oldbury Academy is also thrilled with the results its students have achieved.

Headteacher, Mr Shackleton, said: "Our students have proven themselves to be resilient, motivated and an inspiration to us all. We are incredibly proud of all they have achieved, well done everyone. Best wishes and good luck to all our students who are moving on to sixth form, apprenticeships, training or employment."

Students who achieved outstanding grades include Jasmin Kaur, who earned four Grade 9s, three Grade 8s and four Grade 7s, and Joshua Allen, who achieved three Grade 9s, six Grade 8s and one Grade 7.

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Students and staff at Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy, in Tividale, are also celebrating.

The academy, part of Ormiston Academies Trust, is pleased to announce another year of strong results for its students.

Stand-out pupils include Ethan Johnson, who achieved seven Grade 9s and a Grade 7, and Shahnaz Rezai who secured five Grade 9s and three Grade 8s.

Adrian Price, Senior Principal at Ormiston Sandwell Community Academy, said: "I am beyond proud of our students' GCSE results. They have shown incredible dedication, and today is their day to shine. It has been a true pleasure getting to know them all during their time with us and seeing them flourish.

“Our whole academy is really looking forward to seeing them continuing to achieve in the next steps – I wish them all the very best.”

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Part of the same trust, Ormiston Forge Academy, Cradley Heath, is also incredibly proud of its students.

Leading the pack, Archi Milek achieved 11 GCSEs in total at Grade 8 or 9, including Grade 9s in English language, English literature and science.

Libby McDonagh secured 9 GCSEs, eight of which were Grade 8 or 9, including Grade 9s in English language, business studies and history.

Lisa Mason, Principal at Ormiston Forge Academy, said: "Our students' GCSE results are a testament to their hard work and perseverance over the past few years. I am so pleased to join them today in celebrating their achievements."

Bishop Walsh Catholic School in Sutton Coldfield is also celebrating outstanding results.

The pass rate for Grade 4 and above across all GCSEs at Bishop Walsh is 85per cent. Additionally, a third of all grades were 7 and above.

Natalie Brodie, Principal at Bishop Walsh, said: “We are so proud of the achievements of all Year 11 pupils who have collected their results today. They have all worked incredibly hard to achieve excellent GCSE and BTEC results and have truly demonstrated a commitment to our ethos of ‘Guided by Christ, we aspire to achieve'.

“We are delighted that the majority of our pupils have decided to continue their academic and spiritual journey at Bishop Walsh Catholic School and we look forward to welcoming them back and any new students in September.”

Students at Holy Trinity School and Sixth Form Centre in Kidderminster are also delighted with their GCSE results and are now looking forward to sixth form and continuing their educational journey.

Deputy Head, Rebecca da Costa, said: “We've seen some excellent results again this year and were particularly delighted with students' performance in arts and also in our core subjects English, maths and science, which continue to perform strongly with many students attaining Grade 5 and above.”

Headteacher Ian Williams said: “Having recently joined the school, it has been a pleasure to work with the Year 11 students and I am pleased to see that they have achieved a strong set of outcomes. I look forward to students joining us in our sixth form to continue their success.”

Students and staff at Arrow Vale High School located on Matchborough Way, Redditch, part of the Central Region Schools Trust, are also delighted with results achieved.

This year's cohort of Year 11 pupils has achieved Arrow Vale’s highest ever percentage of Grade 7s in both English and maths.

While all students have done well, there have been some impressive individual performances. Matthew Mok successfully achieved Grade 9 in maths, chemistry, physics and further maths, along with a Grade 8 in chemistry.

Zara Claridge earned nine GCSEs all at Grade 7 or above. This included Grade 9s in English language and maths along with Grade 8s in chemistry, physics, geography and French.

Ian Mellor, Executive Principal at Arrow Vale, said: “Today we celebrate the fantastic achievements of our students. The outcomes this year reflect hard work, dedication, and excellent working relationships with staff. Congratulations to all students and their families.”

Following exceptional results at A-level last week, Year 11 pupils at Stafford Grammar School were clearly eager to emulate the success of their older counterparts.

52 per cent of all GCSE grades have been achieved at Grade 9-7 and exceed the high levels achieved in the pre-Covid examination results. 98 per cent of all grades were achieved at Grade 9-4.

The school has been shortlisted in the Independent School of the Year Awards for Best Co-educational School having also been Highly Commended in the Muddy Stilettos Best Schools Awards 2024.

Headmaster, Nicholas Pietrek, said: “These are exceptional results from exceptional pupils. As a school we pride ourselves in working alongside the pupils to help them fulfil their potential and discover their talents. Today we are celebrating their academic achievements but they enjoy equal levels of success in drama, music and sport. Our small class sizes give us that opportunity to really nurture their abilities and we are looking forward to continuing to work with them into the sixth form and help guide them on the exciting journey ahead.”

Once again, St Edmund’s Catholic Academy, Wolverhampton, is delighted to present the fantastic achievements of Year 11 students in their GCSEs.

Particularly high achievers included Melisa Riekstina-Ose, who was awarded seven Grade 9s, two Grade 8s, and one1 Distinction*. Gloria Mensio achieved three Grade 9s, four Grade 8s, three Grade 7s and one Distinction *.

Principal, Maggie Hazeldine, said: “I am so proud of Year 11. They have shown true ability and determination and I am very excited to see what the future holds for them in sixth form."

Students at Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy have also been celebrating their achievements.

Poppy Tolley successfully achieved Grade 9s in geography and history, Grade 8 in biology, English language, English literature and sociology and a Grade 7 in mathematics.

Zachariah Andrews attained Distinction * in performing arts, a Grade 8 in English and history, and Grade 7s in biology, chemistry and geography.

Bailey Green has made outstanding progress during their time at the academy, achieving a Grade 5 in English and mathematics and a Merit in IT and media.

Michael Riley, Principal at Ormiston Shelfield Community Academy, said: “It has been so great to see this year group, who are incredibly hard-working, kind and respectful, achieve so well today. I’m so proud of their efforts and I know they will be delighted with their achievements and thankful to the staff that supported them to achieve this success."

Pupils at E-ACT West Walsall have achieved another set of positive GCSE results.

Among high performers are Maleehah Ali (two Grade 9s, two Grade 8s, three Grade 7s, one Grade 6 and one Grade 5) and Issa Ahmed ( one Grade 9, four Grade 8s, two Grade 7s, one Grade 6 and one Grade 5).

Kerry Solway-Blower, headteacher at E-ACT West Walsall, said: “I am so proud of our amazing students and want to say well done to them all. I have loved seeing so many happy and smiling faces in our academy today and I know these young people absolutely deserve the grades they’ve received. So much hard work has gone into the results, and it is fantastic to see this rewarded.”

Brownhills Ormiston Academy students have been celebrating GCSE success together as they look to take their next steps.

The academy is incredibly proud of its students for their well-deserved success. Daisy King, Evanie Machin, Thalia Machin, Emily Matthews and Michael Robinson have been noted for achieving the highest number of Grade 7, 8 and 9s, as have Jason Bokarev and Jessica Sangha for making the most overall progress across their subjects.

Ann Lloyd, Principal at Brownhills Ormiston Academy, said: “We are all so proud of our students and everything they have achieved during their time at Brownhills, and it has been amazing to see them secure such brilliant results.

“I am certain they all have incredibly bright futures ahead of them and I look forward to hearing all about their continued success.”

Gospel Oak School, Tipton, is pleased to announce a year of significantly improved results for students as their determination and hard work has meant many have achieved great outcomes.

The whole school community is incredibly proud of its students, many of whom are now looking forward to progressing onto their post-16 studies at school.

Impressive individual performances include those of Kulmann Dhalliwal and Kai Morant who both achieved five Grade 9s.

Grace Hadley, Simrit Mahal, Megan Roper and Reece Sharman achieved grades 9-7 (or equivalent) in all of their subjects.

Stephen Brownlow, Principal at Gospel Oak, said: “We are incredibly proud of our students, not only for their accomplishments, but also the life skills they’ve developed along the way – pride, respect and aspiration.

"These results reflect their hard work and dedication and it’s been a joy to witness the collaboration between staff and students. A huge thank you goes to our whole school community, including the teachers who inspired them, the pastoral team who encouraged them and to parents/carers for their unwavering support.

"We are excited to see them continue to thrive and wish them the best of luck for the next steps of their journey.”

Pupils, parents and staff at Tettenhall College are celebrating after Year 11 pupils achieved an excellent set of results. The school is proud to announce a significant improvement in not only the pass rate, up by 6 per cent, but also an increase in the number of grades at each level.

Pupils achieved a 100 per cent pass rate in English literature, higher maths, physics, chemistry, biology, French and Spanish higher, and EAL.

Mr McAllister, Headmaster at Tettenhall College expressed his pride in the pupils’ achievements. He said: “We are delighted with the excellent GCSE results this year, a testament to the pupils’ hard work and the commitment of our dedicated teaching staff. These results reflect the high standards and supportive environment that Tettenhall College provides, ensuring each pupil reaches their full potential."

A record number of students will be staying into Year 12 at the Stourport High School and VIth Form College after achieving a bumper crop of GCSEs and BTECs today.

Acting headteacher Dr Lizzy Ford said she was also “delighted” that successful students had gained more top Grade 9s than last year.

She said: “Today’s results are testament to the hard work of our students and I am so proud of them and all they have achieved.

“We have a record number of students applying for our sixth form and the numbers attending our rugby and basketball programmes – combining elite coaching with academic courses – are continuing to increase, which shows how well our reputation is growing as a centre of sporting excellence.”

Top performers included Hannah Powell, with five Grade 9s, three Grade 8s and three Grade 7s, and Lily Colley, with four Grade 9s and six Grade 8s.

Stand-out subjects this year are statistics, dance and construction.

Students at George Salter Academy in West Bromwich are also celebrating their exceptional achievements this GCSE results day.

The academy, part of Ormiston Academies Trust, is incredibly proud of its students, many of whom are now looking forward to progressing onto their A-levels at the academy.

Roksana Wildera successfully achieved Grade 9s in English, mathematics, science, business, computer science and an 8 in geography.

Maheen Imran achieved a Grade 9 in French, history, biology, chemistry, and physics.

Santosh Dhirwan secured a 9 in mathematics, science and business.

Tanpreet Kaur Gill received a Grade 9 in English and Grade 8s in biology, chemistry and French.

Rupi Bellingham, Head of School at George Salter Academy, said: “We have had a fantastic time celebrating as a community today. Our students have been so pleased with their results and we are beyond proud of everything they have achieved.

“They have been such a special cohort and I’m very much looking forward to watching them all continue to flourish.”

It has been a joyful day for Ormiston NEW Academy as students celebrated their GCSE achievements.

The Wolverhampton academy, part of Ormiston Academies Trust, is delighted to confirm strong Year 11 results, with individual success across students.

Oliwia Bulgaj achieved one Grade 6, two Grade 7s, three Grade 8s, two Grade 9s and one Distinction.

Zac Winfindale received one Grade 6, three Grade 7s, three Grade 8s, one Distinction and one Distinction Star.

Craig Cooling, Principal at Ormiston NEW Academy, said: “I am so privileged to be the Principal of Ormiston NEW Academy. It's an absolute privilege to lead such a talented and determined group of young people, and I am filled with pride seeing them reach these well-deserved milestones."

Staff and parents at Small Heath Leadership Academy have today been celebrating with students at the school as they progress onto the next stage of their education or training.

Alisbah Kosar, one of the school’s highest achievers, received a fantastic set of GCSE results with seven Grade 9s and four Grade 8s. In addition to her outstanding academic achievements, the Head Girl also led the school’s Wellbeing Team and, outside of studies, developed her love of drama and performed in a production of Arabian Nights at the Birmingham Repertory Theatre (The REP). Delighted with her results, Alisbah said: “I can’t believe it. I have been worrying all summer that I hadn’t got the results.”

Enass Al-Ani, Executive Principal at Small Heath Leadership Academy, said: "We are thrilled for all our students and the exceptional results they have earned. Their talent, dedication and commitment have led to this success, which now paves the way for exciting future opportunities.

“Whether they choose further education, vocational training or entering the workforce, we know they are ambitious and well-prepared for the journey ahead. We are delighted to celebrate this significant milestone with them and take great pride in their achievements."

Pupils at Holyhead School, located on Milestone Lane, Handsworth, part of the Central Region Schools Trust, are celebrating after receiving their GCSE results today.

The whole school community is incredibly proud of its students, who have demonstrated great dedication to their studies and will to succeed. Among the highlights for this year’s results, 75 per cent of Holyhead students achieved a Grade 4 or above in English.

Harman Doll successfully achieved Grade 9 in biology, chemistry, English Literature, physics and religious education, Grade 8 in English Language, geography and maths, and a Grade 7 in Spanish.

Saima Tawhid earned Grade 9 in chemistry and maths, Grade 8 in biology, physics, religious education and Spanish, and Grade 7 in English language, English literature and geography.

Safwan Alom successfully achieved Grade 9 in English literature and religious education, Grade 8 in English language and combined science and Grade 7 in food preparation and nutrition, history and maths.

Collecting his GCSE results today, Safwan said: “I am extremely happy about my results as I have been working really hard for the past few years. I want to especially thank my mum who has always supported me, and all the teachers at Holyhead who have helped me too!”

Dave Knox, Principal at Holyhead, said: “We are very proud of the achievements of our pupils that pave the way for them to pursue their aspirations and dreams, but also for their tenacity and resilience over the last five years.”

Starbank School, Birmingham, is celebrating the hard work and commitment of its Year 11 pupils as the school achieves its best ever set of GCSE results.

Amongst the school’s many high achieving pupils is Farhana Latif, who was awarded Grade 9s in English language, English literature, mathematics, history, religious education and Grades 9 and 8 in combined science. The talented pupil will be going on to study A-levels in biology, chemistry and mathematics.

Farhana said: “The continued hard work from the beginning has shown in my results. Thank you to all the teachers for getting me to this point. I am so excited for the future.”

Gaetano Ferrante, Principal at Starbank School, said: "We are thrilled for all our pupils and the results they have earned. Their dedication and commitment have led to this success, which now paves the way for exciting future opportunities. Whether they choose further education, vocational training, or entering the workforce, we know they are well-prepared for the journey ahead."

Year 11 students at Stuart Bathurst Catholic High School, Wednesbury, are also celebrating today.

In another successful year, 80 per cent of all students achieved GCSE English or maths, with excellent results in a broad range of subjects recognising the diverse curriculum on offer at the school.

A spokesperson said: "We are incredibly proud of our whole cohort who have worked tirelessly across their time at the school. We would also like to recognise the vital contribution that parents and carers have made, supporting their children and the school over the last five years."

Chase Terrace Academy is thrilled with the remarkable achievements of its Year 11 pupils in this year’s GCSE examination season.

Deputy Headteacher, Mr. J Cain, expressed his pride in the pupils. He said: "This year group has demonstrated exceptional commitment and focus throughout their time with us, growing into outstanding representatives of both our school and the wider community. Despite reports of lower grades nationally, our pupils have much to celebrate, and we share their excitement about the incredible opportunities these results have unlocked for their future studies.

"We're particularly excited that so many of our Year 11 pupils will be continuing their education with us in the sixth form. However, we also wish every single one of our pupils the very best in whatever path they choose to pursue next."

While the school is celebrating the success of all its pupils, special recognition is given to Archie, who achieved an extraordinary nine Grade 9s. Archie will be returning to Chase Terrace Academy in September to pursue A-levels in maths, chemistry, and physics. Reflecting on his achievement, Archie said: “After a difficult couple of years, I would like to say thank you so much to the school for all of their support in helping me achieve these results. It shows that hard work pays off!”

Bishop Milner Catholic College in Dudley, proud family member of the SJBCA Academy, would like to congratulate its Year 11 students.

Another successful year of GCSE outcomes for the college has been celebrated today. On her visit this morning, Dudley MP Sonia Kaur was keen to congratulate students on their achievements and discuss their future aspirations.

Head of School, Siobhan Foster, said: “We are so proud of these students. They have worked incredibly hard and are hugely deserving of the exciting opportunities they move onto now.

"We are always delighted to welcome students back into our sixth form and encourage anyone from other schools who haven’t considered us as an option to get in touch. My thanks go to our dedicated team of staff who are unwavering in their support of our young people”.

Adult Education Wolverhampton’s English and maths students have achieved another good GCSE performance this year.

Councillor Chris Burden, the City of Wolverhampton Council’s cabinet member for city development, jobs and skills, said: “Adult Education Wolverhampton has worked hard to deliver high-quality teaching to adult learners and I would like to congratulate students and teachers on what is another highly credible set of results of which they should be very proud.”

Among those celebrating today is Priyanka Khanduja who achieved Grade 7 in English and Grade 4 in maths and said: “Adult Education gave me new hope, a new routine, a positive elevation in my confidence, and an acceptance and respect for my self-worth.

“The tutor’s support, understanding, patient approach and constant encouragement has made learning an unforgettable experience. Studying has given me the confidence to apply for jobs and I am starting to get accepted for interviews. I will continue learning until I have the skills and qualifications to pursue my dream career.”

Higher Tier maths student Ina Balode secured a Grade 7 and said: “I had been a stay-at-home mum and in September 2023 decided the time was right for me to pursue my learning and gain the qualifications to move into part-time employment.

“I enrolled onto GCSE maths and a Level 1 Retail and Business course. This has been a fantastic experience and has helped to stimulate my brain and has given me, not only the essential skills to progress my career opportunities but also the chance to get out of the house and be with individuals who are pursuing a similar goal. My journey is still in its early days but university and self-employment are my dream goals.”

And there were celebrations too for Sokar Ahmed Hussein, who achieved Grade 5 in GCSE maths. She said: “Studying at Adult Education has been a great experience. The teachers are excellent and have been very welcoming, I have always loved learning and will continue until I reach my goal.

“I am determined to be an independent working woman and want to be a good role model to my unborn child. Learning for me is the key to a great life and a rewarding career.”

Colton Hills Community School, Wolverhampton, is celebrating with its Year 11 class of 2024 who should be deservedly proud of what they have achieved amongst all the remarkable challenges they have faced during their time at school.

There were many individual success stories amongst the excited groups of pupils who opened their results this morning including Devi Khanal who achieved nine Grade 9s, placing her in the top performing group of students nationally. Devi was delighted with her results and is now well placed to continue her A-level studies at the school on her path to her dream career in medicine.

Rajvir Singh was equally delighted with his nine GCSEs, attaining five grade 9s. Gurpreet Kaur achieved nine GCSE passes with most being Grade 8 or 9. She is intending to study biology, English literature and psychology or history at A-level.

Headteacher, Ms Julie Hunter, congratulated the pupils on their hard work. She said: “We are proud of their academic achievements and celebrate the young adults they have become.

"This remarkable success is undeniably a testament to the exceptional efforts of our students, but equally a result of the outstanding support, guidance and dedication of our incredible staff. A special thanks also for the continuous support of our parents and carers. Whether staying with us into sixth form or moving to colleges or apprenticeships, we extend our warmest wishes as they take their next steps in their journey.”

Blessed William Howard Catholic High School, Stafford, is delighted to report another year of great GCSE results.

Karl Brown, Principal, said: “Students at Blessed William Howard have worked through many challenges and their hard work is shown in their results which are superb. I would like to congratulate the students on their fantastic achievements and resilience.

I would also like to thank the staff for their true dedication and commitment, which have enabled students to achieve their true potential. Our students should be very proud of their GCSE results, which reflect the fact that Blessed William Howard remains amongst the top-performing schools.”

Top performers included Saurav Amayta who achieved nine Grade 9s, one Grade 8 and a Distinction.

Lily Cochrane achieved seven Grade 9s and four Grade 8s, and Ruby Chapman-Murphy achieved six Grade 9s, three Grade 8s and a Grade 6.

77 per cent of students achieved a standard pass/Grade 4 or above in English and mathematics.

Staff at Moreton School in Wolverhampton are immensely proud to congratulate their Year 11 students for their remarkable achievements in their GCSE exams.

A spokesperson said: "Over the past five years, they have demonstrated incredible resilience and determination, navigating through significant disruptions to their learning. Their perseverance has led to some truly outstanding results, reflecting their commitment and hard work.

"We would like to extend our heartfelt thanks to our dedicated staff, whose unwavering support has been instrumental in guiding our students to success. We also acknowledge the invaluable contributions of the wider community, whose encouragement has been vital during this pivotal stage in our students’ educational journeys.

"Special mentions go to Ceidann, who achieved top grades of 9s and 8s; Neo, who secured strong passes including 8s and 7s; Grace, whose impressive results will propel her into her next steps of learning; and Divine, who earned the highest grades with 9s and 8s.

"As our Year 11 students move forward into their next chapters, we know they will continue to achieve great things. We wish them all the very best in their future." endeavors.

Today marked a significant milestone for students at St Peter's Collegiate Academy in Wolverhampton as they celebrated their GCSE and Level 2 results. The atmosphere at the academy was one of pride and joy as students, parents, and staff came together to recognise the hard work and dedication that led to this year’s success.

Their students have, once again, demonstrated their academic excellence, achieving remarkable results across a range of subjects. The entire academy community is proud of the achievements of its students, many of whom are set to continue their educational journey at Three Spires Sixth Form (Compton Campus) in September.

Abigail Osamudiamen achieved an impressive set of results, all at Grade 7, 8, and 9, while Blessing Inyiri also excelled with a consistent performance across all subjects, achieving Grade 7, 8, and 9.

Mrs S Bahra, Head of Year 11, shared her sentiments. She said: "I would like to say a massive well done and congratulations to all the students. They have worked extremely hard over the years and showed resilience and determination to the very end. I wish them all the success in the future in whatever they choose to do. I am so very proud of them as a year group."

Students at Windsor High School and Sixth Form in Halesowen are celebrating today after receiving their GCSE results.

After much hard work studying and preparing, students at the school, which is part of Windsor Academy Trust, are collecting a set of strong GCSE results and getting ready to take their next steps in their educational journey.

Subjects that saw particular success included chemistry, physics, and Spanish. In technical and vocational courses students did especially well in health and social care in iMedia.

Windsor High School students are now looking forward to progressing onto their chosen further education institutions, with many remaining at the school’s Sixth Form to study for A Levels and vocational qualifications.

While all students have done incredibly well, there are some stand-out individual achievements. These include:

Glenda Cheung who achieved nine GCSEs at Grade 9 and one at grade 7.

Joshua Newton-Santiago who achieved eight GCSEs at Grade 9 and one at Grade 8.

Nasma Abdo who achieved six GCSEs at Grade 9, two at Grade 8 and one Distinction*.

Collecting GCSE results today, Joshua said: “I have had an amazing five years at Windsor High School and Sixth Form. I am grateful for the support my teachers have given me and all the hard work has paid off! I am so proud to have been Head Boy at Windsor during Year 11, which has also helped me achieve my best.”

Stephen Lanckham, Headteacher at Windsor High School and Sixth Form, said: “We are thrilled with yet another set of amazing outcomes for our young people. Congratulations must go to all our students and the staff who have worked tirelessly to secure this success and ensure that all our students progress onto their destinations of choice. We wish them every success for the future. This has yet again been another exceptional year for the school.”

Celebrations are in full swing for pupils at Maple Hayes Hall, a specialist dyslexia school in Staffordshire, as they receive their GCSE results.

This year's cohort has achieved remarkable success, with 33 per cent of pupils attaining five or more GCSEs at Grade 4 or above, including English and maths. This accomplishment is particularly noteworthy given the unique challenges faced by these hardworking students.

The school's performance in English was especially impressive, with 80 per cent of pupils achieving a Grade 4 or above. This achievement holds special significance for many Maple Hayes students, who often enter the school with significant difficulties in reading and writing.

Headteacher David Lowe, overseeing his first set of GCSE results at the school, having started in the position last September, expressed his pride in the students' accomplishments.

Mr Lowe said: “This really is a remarkable achievement for our pupils and we are thrilled with how hard they have worked and been able to show how capable they are, and we can’t wait to see where they go next and what they are going to achieve."

Among the stand-out success stories is James Robinson, who has highlighted the transformative power of the school's approach.

James, who turns 16 at the end of the month, joined Maple Hayes in Year 5, aged nine, arriving at the school with a reading age of five years old.

Today, he celebrates alongside his peers, having overcome significant hurdles to achieve his GCSEs.

James, of Wolverhampton, achieved a 6 in geography, 5 in combined science, 5 in art and 4s in English language, maths, PE and DT.

He said: “I’m really pleased with my results today. Thank you to Maple Hayes for helping me and I will miss it here."