Teenagers across the Isle of Wight are celebrating after picking up their GCSE results this morning (Thursday).
Today marks the start of the next stage of many young people’s lives as they move on to new challenges. Many are choosing to continue to study at sixth form or college, while others are moving on to an apprenticeship or other work-based learning opportunities. GCSE exams are graded on a number scale which runs from 9 (highest) to 1 (lowest).
Priory School
Island Echo visited Priory School this morning to see how students had got on
The overall pass rate was 100%, with over 90% of grades at 9-4, which equates to the old A* to C. Nearly one quarter of grades were at 9-7, formerly A* to A.
In the core subjects of English, Maths (Higher) and Science the 9-4 pass rate was a very impressive 100%.
David Lloyd, Principal, expressed his delight about the results, saying:
“This is the outcome of 2 years of dedication and hard work by pupils and staff.
“Students have obtained well-deserved grades which form an excellent foundation for post-16 study and work.”
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Taylor Willows did better than he thought in English Lit and Lang achieving 2 7’s/ well above his predicated grade. He’s off to Cowes Enterprise College where he plans to take A-level’s in Geography, Chemistry and Psychology.
Taylors dad Ben says:
“He’s done done really well, and got exactly what he needed to do his A-levels.
It was a nervous morning for all of us but we knew he’d worked so hard, whatever the outcome we knew he hadn’t left much of the table.”
16-year-old Noah got everything he needs to study maths, further maths and physics at Nodehill. Noah was surprised with his French result as he thought he’d fail.
Ethan was nervous about his computer science and English Language grade but managed to pass all subjects excelling in geography and film studies. He is planning to attend college in Havant where he can play basketball.
Carisbrooke College
Students at Newport’s Carisbrooke College are also celebrating today.
Headteacher, Natalie Sheppard, said:
“At Carisbrooke College, we strive to help every student discover their place in the world, grow in confidence and develop into successful young adults. I am incredibly proud of our Year 11 students – they have done themselves and the school proud, leaving us as ambitious, resilient and well-rounded individuals with exciting futures ahead.”
Christ the King College
In all subjects, nearly 75% of the 1,583 grades awarded were grades 4-9, demonstrating consistent high performance.
Headteacher Andrew Montrose says:
“This group of amazing young people have flourished after a challenging start to their secondary education, overcoming adversity with courage and determination.
“These results accelerate the upwards trajectory we are on as a school and are a testament to the hard work of the passionate and loyal teaching and support staff, and the unwavering support of parents and governors.”
Cowes Enterprise College
The academy, part of Ormiston Academies Trust, is pleased to announce another year of exceptional results achieved by its students following several years of perseverance and commitment to their studies.
Rachel Kitley, Principal at Cowes Enterprise College, says:
“We are delighted for our exceptional Year 11 students. Their achievements today reflect their determination to achieve, as well as the fantastic support provided by their families and our dedicated teaching and support staff.
Erin Greenham achieved well across all 9 of her GCSE’s with grades ranging from 9-7. She plans on continuing her studies at Cowes where she will complete A-level’s in biology, chemistry and psychology.
Josh Blow achieved a 9 in English language, maths, 8 in chemistry, English literature and physics, 7 in geography. His twin brother Jacob achieved an 8 in English literature, chemistry, maths, physics, 7 in English language. Both are planning to study at the Cowes Enterprise Sixth Form this September.
IW College
The Isle of Wight College is proud to celebrate the achievements of its students on this year’s GCSE Results Day.
Principal Ros Parker shared her pride in the students’ accomplishments stating:
“With over 1,000 students taking their GCSE English and Maths with us this year it’s uplifting to witness their dedication and perseverance. Their progress and accomplishments lay a strong foundation for future learning and empower them to confidently follow their ambitions.”
Lift Ryde
Head of school at Lift Ryde, Will Doyle, said of the students’ success:
“Yet again, we are thrilled to announce that the students of Lift Ryde have produced a stunning set of results! As a school, year on year our results continue to grow and demonstrate what can be achieved regardless of your circumstances. Hard work, fantastic teaching and a full programme of revision support have meant we have again, received our highest set of results.
“This has been a challenging time for our GCSE students and I am so proud of the results they have achieved. We are delighted to share in their success today and look forward to hearing about their next steps.”
Medina College
There were smiles and celebrations at Medina College today as Year 11 students received their GCSE results.
Headteacher Kam Bains says:
“Today has been a wonderful opportunity to share in the successes of our Year 11 students. They have worked extremely hard, and their results are a real credit to their efforts and perseverance.
At Medina, we always encourage students to be the very best version of themselves, and today we are celebrating exactly that. I would also like to thank our staff and families for their invaluable support. We wish our students every success as they take their next steps.”
Ryde School
24.5% of all GCSE results were at grade 9 or 8, which is the best achievement at this level at the School since 9-1 grading was introduced.
In line with the excellent results in the past few years, almost 4 in every 10 grades were at 9, 8 or 7.
Close to a third of pupils achieved 5 or more GCSEs at grade 7 or higher and over half of pupils achieved five or more GCSEs at grade 6 or higher.
Head Master Will Turner commented:
“Ryde School pupils can be very proud of another year of excellent GCSE results. These results reflect the hard work and ambition they have shown over the past two years that has combined with the professionalism and dedication of the School’s staff.
“All of us at Ryde are delighted to receive these great results following on from the very impressive A Level and IB results our Upper Sixth leavers achieved.”
The Bay CE School
Headteacher, Emma Bowden commented:
“We are incredibly proud of our students, whose results reflect their dedication and commitment to learning. This cohort has been exceptional, showing great maturity and resilience throughout their studies despite the challenges they faced during Year 6 and 7 with ongoing COVID lockdowns and disruptions to their time at school”.
A word from the Isle of Wight Council…
Councillor Paul Brading, Chair of the Children’s Services, Education and Skills Committee said:
“I would like to extend my congratulations to every young person who has collected their GCSE exam results today. If your results are not what you expected, there is lots of help out there to help you take the next steps towards your future learning. It’s also a great time to recognise and say thank you to the teachers, leaders and schools for the hard work and support they provide to students.’’
Naomi Carter, Service Director Education, Inclusion and Access added:
“I would also like to say a huge well-done to all of those collecting their GCSE results today. GCSEs are a significant milestone in the lives of children and young people, but it is important to remember that whatever the results, there are plenty of options available to help achieve a bright future.
For those whose results are not as hoped or are unsure about what they want to do next, there are options available as well as lots of information and support.
Visit the Island Futures website for further information. There are also links to websites such as Flying Starts, which is an additional resource to support young people across the Isle of Wight transitioning from Year 11 to the next stage of their career pathway.
The drop-ins are also for people who have recently left school and who do not have plans for education or training in September, and those who are currently not in education, employment or training.
Students who may be feeling uncertain, anxious or stressed about the future as they move on to college, employment or training can seek support from Young Minds, who will help to encourage them to look after their mental health and identify when to ask for help, and can find a range or other resources on Mental health : Healthier Together.
Support is also available for education staff. Education Support is a UK charity providing support for education sector staff, including immediate, confidential emotional support through their helpline on 08000 562 561.
Parents and carers who want to find out more how they can support their children, can be found by visiting the following pages:
- How to manage results day: 6 tips for parents in summer 2023 – BBC Bitesize
- Exam results | Family Lives
- Place2Be: guides and tips to navigate exam season.
