Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy celebrates GCSE success

Alexander and Principal Kathryn Evans <i>(Image: Ormiston Academies Trust)</i>
Alexander and Principal Kathryn Evans (Image: Ormiston Academies Trust)
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OUTSTANDING results and high grades are being celebrated by students.

Year 11 pupils from Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy in Murdishaw, part of the Ormiston Academies Trust, collected their GCSE results today (August 20).

The school praised the ambition and resilience of this year’s cohort and said students had performed particularly well in English language, graphics, Spanish, and catering.

Kathryn Evans, principal at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy, said: "Today is a moment of real celebration for our students and the whole school community.

"They have worked incredibly hard for these results, and we are delighted to see their efforts rewarded.

"We are also hugely grateful to our staff and families for the encouragement and support they have provided.

"We look forward to welcoming many students back to our Sixth Form as they continue their studies, while wishing every student the very best for their next steps."

Safia (Head Girl) and Kathryn Evans, principal at Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy (Image: Ormiston Academies Trust)

Among the students with standout achievements were Safia, who earned Grade 9s in English language, English literature, and psychology, as well as Grade 8s in chemistry and maths, and a Distinction* in sport.

James was awarded a Grade 9 in English literature, Grade 8 in maths, and Grade 7s in chemistry and English language.

Alexander secured Grade 9s in physics, music, maths, English literature, English language, and Chinese, with Grade 8s in biology, chemistry, and history.

Isabelle achieved Grade 8s in science and English literature, and a Grade 7 in maths.

Asrin earned Grade 9s in music, maths, and geography, and Grade 8s in physics, English language, and chemistry.

Elle and Isla (Image: Ormiston Academies Trust)

Isla received a Grade 9 in English language, Grade 8 in English literature, Grade 6 in maths, and a Distinction in sport.

Alfie achieved a Grade 8 in maths and business, Grade 7 in English language, and Grade 6s in chemistry and physics.

Elle was awarded Grade 8s in English literature and history, a Grade 7 in art, and a Distinction*.

Ormiston Bolingbroke Academy describes itself as a community-led school focused on preparing students for successful and fulfilling lives.

The school aims to ensure every child, regardless of background, receives a high-quality education and the opportunities they need to thrive.

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