Students shine on GCSE results day

Year 11 students at Ormiston NEW Academy are celebrating a major milestone as they receive their GCSE results today.

The school is celebrating the achievements of its students, who have shown resilience and ambition throughout their studies and are now preparing to take their next steps in education, training or employment.

This year’s cohort achieved particularly highly in English language, science, religious studies and IT. 

The whole school community has come together today to mark the students’ achievements, hard work and dedication, as they look ahead to the next stage of their education.

While all students have achieved well, some individual achievements include:

• Jaspinder who achieved four grade 9s in biology, chemistry, physics, religious studies, three grade 8s in English language, mathematics and Spanish and one Distinction* in business.
• Amber who secured three grade 9s in English language, history and religious studies, two 8s in combined science, an 8 in English literature, a 7 in mathematics and two Distinction*s in health and social care and childcare.
• Richard who received grade 9s in biology, chemistry, physics, computing, English language and English literature, a grade 8 in mathematics, a Distinction in business studies and a Merit in sport.
• Somoto who achieved grade 9s in chemistry and computing, grade 8s in biology, mathematics and physics, grade 7s in English language and English literature, a Distinction* in IT and a Distinction in business studies.

Ormiston NEW Academy is committed to providing students with an ambitious, structured and inclusive curriculum. Central to life at NEW are the values of pride, endeavour and together, which shape a culture where young people are supported to grow in confidence, persevere through challenges and excel both in and beyond the classroom. As part of Ormiston, the school is dedicated to providing the highest quality education and ensuring that every child, regardless of their background, gains the skills and opportunities they need to thrive.

Craig Cooling, Principal at Ormiston NEW Academy, said:

“We are incredibly proud of our Year 11 students at Ormiston NEW Academy. These results reflect the hard work, resilience and commitment they have shown throughout their time with us, supported every step of the way by their families and our dedicated staff. Following our strong Ofsted report earlier this year, they are another reflection of the strength of our school community.

“As they move on to the next stage of their education, training or careers, we wish them every success. We look forward to seeing all they achieve and have no doubt they will continue to make a positive contribution wherever their journey takes them.”