Outstanding GCSE Results for Students

There were plenty of reasons to celebrate at Beauchamp College, with results significantly above national averages across all key measures and students achieving some truly impressive results. Anastasiia, who joined the school in Year 10 after relocating from Ukraine, earned six grade 9s and will now study Further Maths, Physics and Computer Science at Beauchamp Sixth Form.  

Nayan and Dylan also secured top grades – Nayan with seven 9s and three 8s, and Dylan with five 9s and four 8s – both continuing their studies in STEM subjects.  

Charlie and Jiya are also staying on at the school’s sixth form, pursuing a mix of creative and scientific A-levels that reflect their individual strengths and future career ambitions. 

There was plenty to be proud of at Castle Rock. Nina achieved grade 9s across all her subjects – including Biology, Chemistry, Maths and Polish – and will now study Maths, Further Maths, Biology and Chemistry at A-level.  

Alfie, Scarlett and Chloe also secured a string of top grades and are heading into A-levels in subjects ranging from STEM to the humanities and arts, each following a path shaped by their aspirations. 

Across the Year 11 cohort, students particularly excelled in Triple Science, Drama, RE, Statistics and Sports Studies, showing the value the school gives to a broad and balanced curriculum for students to pursue a range of interests and strengths. 

Students celebrated some impressive individual and subject-level successes. One student achieved an outstanding nine grade 9s and one grade 8, while two others secured nine grade 8 or 9s; elsewhere, 11 students achieved all grade 6 and above. 

The Sciences and Statistics were particular strengths this year, with results in Biology, Chemistry, Physics and Statistics performing well above national averages. 

Students celebrated the school’s best-ever GCSE outcomes since joining Lionheart, with standout performances in both academic and creative subjects. Edith achieved six grade 9s and three grade 8s, while Freddie earned two 9s, five 8s and two 7s; both are now heading to pursue A-level study.  

In Biology, 62% of students at the school achieved grade 7 or above, and over half of Art and Design students secured distinction or distinction* grades, reflecting a year of exceptional achievement. 

Students were all smiles on Results Day, with several standout performances. Fatima achieved eight grade 9s and two 8s, and will now study Biology, Chemistry and Maths at Lionheart’s Beauchamp City Sixth Form. Nafi, who earned eight GCSEs, will join her to study Computer Science, Physics, Maths and Further Maths.  

Om celebrated a clean sweep of grade 9s and will also join Lionheart’s outstanding sixth form to study Biology, Chemistry and Maths. Each student has demonstrated fantastic resilience and ambition, ready to take the next step on their learning journey. 

Students at Martin High marked GCSE Results Day with a host of individual successes, with some interviewed by BBC Radio Leicester about their next steps. Ksenija achieved an outstanding set of results, including six grade 9s, three 8s and a Level 2 Distinction*, and will now study English Literature, Sociology and Fine Art at A-level.  

Lucas, meanwhile, is heading to College to pursue Maths, Economics and Accounting after securing a strong mix of top grades. Ethan and Jude are also looking forward to their next steps; one heading into the challenge of A-levels (Criminology, Psychology and Law) and the other into Electrical Installation, showcasing the varied paths learners embark upon. 

At Mercia Academy, students celebrated a range of individual successes. Alexia secured four grade 9s, one 8 and three 7s, and will now study English Literature, Psychology and Textiles at Ashby Sixth Form. Caolan, who earned grade 9s in Science, is pursuing A-levels in Chemistry, Biology and Geography.  

Grace was thrilled with her Distinction* in Sport Science, achieving full marks in the exam, while Demi will study Law, Business and Psychology at Sixth Form. Oliver is set to begin an Accountancy course at College, taking a confident step toward his career goals. 

Students celebrated a range of personal successes on Results Day, with Emily earning a grade 9 in Art and grade 8s in both English Language and Literature. Katie, meanwhile, impressed with a grade 8 in Maths and a Distinction* in Sports Studies – she’ll now study Maths, Business and Accounting at College while continuing to train in badminton at a national level.  

Amelia, aiming for a career in education, achieved strong results including grade 7s in English and History, and will study English Literature, Sociology and Biology. Billy also performed well, securing top grades in Citizenship, Business and History, and will now pursue Law, History and Business Studies. 

Exceptional individual achievements stood out at Sir Jonathan North, where students celebrated a remarkable set of results. Dena achieved nine grade 9s and one 8, and will now study Biology, Chemistry and Maths at Beauchamp City Sixth Form.  

Sairah, with six 9s and four 8s, is also heading there to pursue Biology, Psychology and English Literature. Elsa earned five 9s, four 8s and one 7, and will be continuing her studies at sixth form college. Their successes reflect the ambition and determination seen across the cohort where the percentage of all GCSE entries achieving grades between 9-5, was over 10% higher than the national average. Students also celebrated a 100% pass rate at grades 9-5 in both Physics and Biology.