Students across the St Ralph Sherwin Catholic Multi Academy Trust are celebrating their GCSE results.
David Redfern, Headteacher at St Thomas More Catholic Voluntary Academy in Buxton, said that pupils had achieved excellently, with results that have delighted staff, parents, and the wider school community.
He said: “I am absolutely thrilled and delighted with our pupils’ results this year. It has been such a joyous year for St Thomas More – with two fantastic inspections, and now these outstanding GCSE results, we couldn’t be prouder.
“Our pupils have worked so hard, and these results put everything into perspective, showing just what an amazing year it has been. I would like to thank our pupils for being such an inspiration, their parents and carers for their unwavering support, and a special thanks to our amazing staff, who go above and beyond every single day to ensure the very best for our children.
“The results showcase not only academic brilliance, but also the strength of character and resilience pupils have shown throughout their studies”
Mike Kays, Headteacher at St Philip Howard in Glossop, said: “TEAMSPH are incredibly proud of our students’ achievements this year. Their dedication, resilience, and hard work have truly paid off, and these results reflect not only their efforts but also the unwavering support from our staff and families. I’ll never forget talking to some of our Year 11 pupils, after exams had finished — the mix of relief, pride, and excitement was palpable.
“One student told me, ‘I didn’t think I could do it, but I did.’ That moment summed up what education is all about: helping young people realise their potential. As a school, we remain committed to nurturing excellence and preparing our young people together on their success journey.”
Hazel Boyce, Headteacher at Saint Benedict Catholic Voluntary Academy in Derby, said that results were broadly in line with last year.
She said: “We are very pleased with our results this year. Results this year are broadly in-line with those from last year. The numbers of pupils securing a grade 4 and above in both English and Maths remains strong which is fantastic news and really opens doors and secures futures for young people.
“75% of our young people have secured the results necessary to go on to study for Level 3 qualifications at Key Stage 5.
“Results in Maths, Drama, Business Studies, English Literature, Food, Media and Construction are especially high.”
Samuel Gray, Headteacher at Blessed Robert Sutton in Burton, congratulated all students on their GCSE results today.
He said “We are immensely proud of our students for their hard work, determination and resilience in achieving these GCSE results. They have shown great commitment to their learning, supported by our dedicated staff and the encouragement of their families. We are confident that today’s achievements will provide a strong foundation for the next stage of their education and future success.”
Steve Brogan, Headteacher at Saint John Houghton in Kirk Hallam, said: “We are absolutely delighted with the results our students have achieved this year, especially in light of the fact that these students were some of the worst affected during their time in our school due to Covid, having had no transition into secondary school life. They are a testament to the hard work of the students, and the support of their parents.
“We are delighted that these results are a further marker of the improvements we have made in our school and I would like to thank the staff for all of their efforts in supporting our students so well over the past five years.”
