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THE BEST PICTURES AND STORIES OF SUCCESS FROM ANOTHER TRIUMPHANT GCSE RESULTS DAY AROUND THE BRISTOL REGION
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BRISTOL BUCKS THE NATIONAL TREND ■ TOP GCSE grades fell nationally this year – but in Bristol most schools bucked the trend, with many posting their best ever results. Provisional results show more than 60 per cent achieved a C or better in English and Maths, the new baseline for schools. That was a four per cent increase from last year’s results. Some of the top success stories came from South Bristol, where schools are faced with the challenge of helping pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds. At Bridge Learning Campus, their results more than doubled from 21 per cent last year. In Bedminster Down, English scores above C was 86 per cent, among the best in the city. And Oasis Academy John Williams also recorded outstanding grades this year, with 66 per cent achieving A* to C in English and Maths, up 13 per cent from last year. Marvin Rees, Mayor of Bristol, said: “First and foremost, success belongs to the students collecting their results today and I’d like to congratulate our young people on the hard work they have put in, whatever the outcome. “Our schools are working together to narrow the achievement gap, so that every 16 year old is able to achieve the very best they can, enabling them to take part in the
success of our city. As a Learning City Partnership we share a common vision – teachers, education leaders, employers – that by working together we can create a fairer city for young people.” Currently 95 per cent of the city’s secondary schools are rated as Good or Outstanding by OFSTED, compared to the national average of 76 per cent. Results are all provisional until they are confirmed later in October, but across the city there are some great success stories of schools and students who have done well. Schools in South Gloucestershire were also celebrating significant improvements in their GCSE results. 57 per cent of students in South Gloucestershire have achieved 5 GCSE A*-C grades including English and mathematics an improvement of more than 4 per cent from 2015. Eight schools have achieved improvements over 10 per cent compared with last year’s results. This is the last year in which GCSE results are scored with grades A* to G. From next summer, pupils will take reformed courses in English language, English literature and maths, marked with numbers from 9 for the top-performing students down to 1 for those who have struggled. The changes will be rolled out across another 17 subjects by summer 2018.
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TUDENTS at Churchill Academy and Sixth Form celebrated first-class GCSE results, with 68 per cent of students achieving A*-C grades in English and maths – an improvement of 7 per cent on last year’s results. 22 per cent of grades achieved were A*-A, and overall students achieved an average of a grade B across their best 8 subjects. Hanna Whydle, outgoing House Captain for Hanover House, was celebrating ten A* grades, an A and a B. She also achieved a unique A^ grade (A* with Distinction) in GCSE further maths, showing that her marks were beyond an A* grade. Hanna said: “I wasn’t really that nervous. As long as I got two Bs in science I was happy.” She will be studying biology, chemistry, maths and further maths at Sixth Form. Tom Howarth, Sophie Parsons and Hannah Gray achieved twelve A and A* grades each, whilst a further fourteen students achieved ten or more A or A* grades: Lauryn Maine, Charlotte Eyres, Nina Halper, Becky Fews, Lucy Nolan, Lucy Buncombe, Rosie
SCHOOLS INDEX ABBEYWOOD COMMUNITY SCHOOL p14 ASHTON PARK SCHOOL ....................................p15 BACKWELL SCHOOL .............................................p22 BADMINTON SCHOOL ........................................p6 BEDMINSTER DOWN ..........................................p16 BRADLEY STOKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL ......................................................................................................p14 BRIDGE LEARNING CAMPUS ....................p23 BRISTOL CATHEDRAL CHOIR SCHOOL .....................................................................................................p12 BRISTOL FREE SCHOOL .................................p18 BRISTOL GRAMMAR SCHOOL .................p10 BROADLANDS ACADEMY .............................p11 CHIPPING SODBURY ..........................................p21 CITY ACADEMY ..................................................... p20 COLSTON’S GIRLS’ SCHOOL ........................p19 COLSTON’S SCHOOL ............................................p13 CLIFTON COLLEGE ...............................................p19 CLIFTON HIGH SCHOOL ................................p8 CHURCHILL ACADEMY AND SIXTH FORM ..................................................................................p2
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Kirkpatrick, Hannah Anderson, Ben Webber, Natasha Whittock, Oceanne Shears, Caoimhe Wahab, Matteo Guccione and Edward Alton. Head teacher Chris Hildrew said: “The students are right to celebrate their well-deserved success. Since I joined the Academy in January I have been impressed by their hard work, and the way the students have taken responsibility for their own learning. “I must also pay tribute to the excellent teaching they have received from our outstanding staff throughout their time at the academy. I look forward to the student’s continued success, as the majority of them go on to continue their studies in our sixth form.” Outstanding subject performances included catering, with a staggering 93 per cent of students achieving grades A*-C; and English literature
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and economics (both with 86 per cent A*-C). Over 80 per cent of students taking ICT, music, religious studies and business studies achieved A*-C grades. Overall, 78 per cent of students achieved five or more GCSEs at grades A*-C. “These high achievements in practical and academic subjects show the balanced curriculum on offer here at Churchill, where success doesn’t mean narrowing down options or choices,” added Mr Hildrew. This success at GCSE comes just a week after the Academy saw excellent A-level results from its on-site sixth form provision. Students will return in September to see work already underway on the academy’s new £1.3m Business Studies and Computing facility, which is due to open in March 2017.
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KB Academy, a small secondary school specialising in science, technology, engineering and maths (STEM) subjects, opened in September 2015. A unique feature is its links with employers; younger students do a day’s work experience every fortnight and sixth-formers a day a week. The academy is fostering strong relationships with workplaces including Buro Happold, Kier, Arup, Hartwell Jaguar, Atkins and the Ministry of Defence. Named after Isambard Kingdom Brunel, the academy is housed in a £3.4 million building that would impress even the great engineer himself, with state-of-the-art facilities. It is situated alongside Wellsway School,
CARE which means its students have access to courses and after-school activities there as well as benefiting from the small classes and personal coaching at IKB. Principal Debbie Gibbs says: “IKB is not an easy option. It is challenging and we set high target grades, but students who have a passion for STEM subjects and are willing to put in the effort will have a rich and valuable experience.” Students can join IKB at Year 10 or Year 12. Transport can be arranged from surrounding areas. IKB is part of the Wellsway Multi Academy Trust and will grow to a maximum of 300 students.
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St Bernadette Catholic Secondary
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NXIOUS faces turned to smiles of joy as students opened their GCSE results at St Bernadette Catholic Secondary School, with many students achieving large numbers of top grades. Students, parents and staff at St Ber nadette’s, are celebrating strong results across a range of GCSE subjects and for individual pupils. Amongst the highest achievers gaining multiple A*/A grades were Ellen Davenport (11), Laurence Foster (11), Luke Staniland (10), Clement Harvey (9), Alyssa Virata (9), Julia Dombek (9) and Airam Pamintuan (9). All students at the school are pushed to achieve excellence in line with their abilities and the school was delighted that 95 per cent of students passed at least 8 GCSEs. Outcomes in English, biology,
chemistry, physics and RE are particularly strong, as are results in option subjects including modern foreign languages, computing, P.E. and catering. “These results are testimony to the hard work and high expectations of students and staff.”, said Headteacher Basia McLaughlin. “We are very proud of the achievements of our students and are delighted to be celebrating their success with them. St Bernadette’s is an ambitious and supportive school and we work hard to ensure every young person realises their potential.” Chair of Governors Kate Nicholls added: “Our congratulations go to all our students who have embraced the opportunities provided at St Bernadette’s, have worked hard and are celebrating their success. We wish them all the best for the future.”
St Katherine’s School St Katherine’s Secondary School A tranquil learning environment set in a beautiful location just 2.8 miles from the Clifton Suspension Bridge*. Students from all over Bristol and North Somerset come to St Katherine’s.
St Katherine’s Sixth Form St Katherine’s Sixth Form promotes a love of learning and independent enquiry. We offer a broad range of A Level and vocational courses to meet learner needs, reflecting the changing educational and employment climates around us.
SPACES AVAILABLE FOR SEPTEMBER 2016.
Sixth Form Open Evening Thursday 24 November 7:00pm to 9:00pm
Open Evening 15 September 6:00pm to 9:00pm Prospective students and their parents/carers are invited to visit our school to meet students and staff and experience life at St Katherine’s. To register your interest visit www.stkaths.org.uk and complete our online booking form.
St Katherine’s School, Ham Green, BS20 0HU Tel: 01275 373737 Email: school@stkaths.org.uk *Source: www.theaa.com/route-planner.
Buses run from all over Bristol to the school.
To register your interest visit www.stkaths.org.uk/sixthform and complete our online booking form.
St Katherine’s Apprenticeships
Interested in a career in hospitality and catering? Through working with a range of local employer partners St Katherine’s School now provides the following Apprenticeships: • Professional Cookery at Level 2 and 3 • Food and Beverage Service • Hospitality Services
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Sir Bernard Lovell Academy
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IR Bernard Lovell’s achievements in designing the space telescope at Jodrell Bank were made possible through ambition and positive endeavour. The school which takes his name aims to follow his example: building a learning environment that can equip students well for life in the 21st century. Sir Bernard Lovell Academy aims to give every individual the chance to achieve beyond their dreams. Its students are playing a major part in shaping the academy’s future. They recently engaged in a project to identify the school’s values – respect, equality, knowledge, individuality and teamwork. These are now at the heart of all that the school does. Principal Rupert Maule said, “We want our students to achieve the best possible qualifications, because we recognise that this will open many doors for them. We also know they need to develop personal qualities so they can make the most of these opportunities.” School staff are dedicated to providing a happy and supportive learning environment, high quality teaching and a rich curriculum. This is backed up by a wide variety of extra-curricular activities: performing arts, sports and outdoor pursuits are particularly strong at SBL.
St Bernadette Catholic Secondary School Growing and Learning in Faith
Open Day/Evenings Wednesday 21st September 5.00pm - 8.30pm Head’s Talk 5.00pm - Tours of School 5.30pm Head’s Talk 6.45pm - Tours of School 7.15pm
Thursday 6th October Wednesday 12th October
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Academic Success High Expectations Strong Pastoral Care Inclusive Ethos Traditional Values Good Behaviour A Successful Learning Community We serve families across South & East Bristol and welcome all those seeking a quality education within a caring Christian environment.
“An Outstanding Catholic School” Tel: 0117 3772050
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DOWNEND SCHOOL
OPEN EVENING THURSDAY 22 SEPTEMBER 5.45–8pm OPEN MORNINGS FROM 26 SEPT – 20 OCT Appointments can be made by contacting Sarah Ware at the school. WESTERLEIGH ROAD, DOWNEND, SOUTH GLOUCESTERSHIRE BS16 6XA 01454 862300 | downend.com
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Badminton School
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T Badminton School an outstanding 100% of girls achieved A*- B and 91 per cent A*- A grades in the English Literature GCSE exam this summer. Overall, 76 per cent of the girls’ grades were A*- A, with 90 per cent of candidates achieving A*- B grades. In addition, 45 per cent of the girls achieved 6 or more A* grades with 15 pupils awarded 9 or more A* grades. Bristol pupils Lauren and Laura achieved outstanding results. Lauren, who received 10 A* grades said: “I am ecstatic with my results and I am particularly pleased with my Latin and History grades.” Laura, who achieved a fantastic 9 A*s and an A grade said: “I am really happy with my results and delighted that all my hard work over the last two years has paid off.” Mrs Lucy Griffith, Head of English and Creative Arts, commented, “We are really proud of the girls’ achievements which demonstrate clearly their love of English. “Their creative writing pieces were fantastic as was their engagement with the classic texts of Pride & Prejudice and Romeo & Juliet.” Mrs Rebecca Tear, Headmistress at Badminton School, said: “I am
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than ready to take on the next steps of their education and I look forward to seeing them thrive!” Head teacher Rebecca Tear
pleased for all of our girls with their individual achievements, which are all the more impressive in the context of their extra-curricular contributions. “These girls are more than ready to take on the next steps of their education and I look forward to seeing them thrive!”
■ Bristol pupils Lauren and Laura receive their outstanding GCSE results at Badminton
Wellsway Sixth Form
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ELLSWAY Sixth Form is one of the largest in the West of England and attracts an increasing number of students from other schools as well as welcoming back its own students after GCSEs. Its size means it can offer an extensive range of courses that enable young people to follow their aspirations and exceed expectations. Many win places at leading universities. The school has a deserved reputation for outstanding academic performance thanks to its high quality teaching, rich curriculum and excellent facilities on a spacious site. However, it recognises that achievement can come in many forms, not simply exam results. Wellsway offers a host of opportunities for
students within and outside lessons, including sports, arts, music and volunteering. This enables young people to assume responsibility, build relationships and develop confidence for their next steps in life. A key feature is the extremely strong pastoral support and personalised career guidance for every individual throughout their time at Wellsway Sixth, taking them to the next level. As an inclusive school, Wellsway offers a range of pathways including vocational routes. The growth of the Wellsway Multi-Academy Trust will offer yet more outstanding opportunities through collaboration with the Post-16 departments in the partner schools.
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We are a local partnership of schools offering students a diverse range of traditional and innovative courses. Find out which school best suits your needs.
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• Specialist teachers in science, technology engineering and maths • Small school environment with small class sizes, for Years 10-13 • Open evening for current Year 9 & 11 students, 5 October at 6.30pm. www.theikbstudioschool.org.uk
• Building aspiration through great learning
• Outstanding teaching and results
• Great range of courses and enrichment opportunities
• Outstanding care and support systems
• 6th form opening evening on 29 September at 6.30pm, see website for details.
• Open evening on 12 October, see website for details.
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Wellsway Multi Academy Trust, c/o Wellsway School, Chandag Road Keynsham BS31 1PH T 0117 9864751 F 0117 916 103 www.wellswaymat.com
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Clifton High School
A Senior School and Sixth Form Open Evening: Thursday 22nd September
YEAR on from Clifton High School becoming co-educational, its students are celebrating some excellent results and an increase in the number of A* grades, A*– A grades and A*- B grades. Across its 17 subjects at GCSE, over 99 per cent of grades awarded were A* - C; and 100 per cent of the pupils achieved at least 6 A* to C grades, including English, Mathematics and the separate Sciences. Excellent grades in particular were seen in the separate sciences, mathematics and languages, both ancient and modern. There were impressive individual performances from both boys and girls, with many scoring full UMS marks in some of
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and have been achieved alongside a rich and busy extra-curricular programme. This group of pupils receiving their results have made a huge contribution to school life.” their modules. Dr Alison Neill said: “These results are excellent and have been achieved alongside a
rich and busy extra-curricular programme. “This group of pupils receiving their results have made a huge contribution to school life. “Many have played for one of the school’s sports teams as well as teams outside of school. “They have played in the orchestras, sung in the choir, performed on stage, participated in the Duke of Edinburgh Award, raised money for the school’s charities and volunteered in the wider community. “They are an ambitious, energetic and engaging group of young people and we are looking forward to them starting as sixth form students at Clifton High School in September.”
Downend School “An inspiring and challenging environment that fosters curiosity, creativity and confidence” ISI Inspection 2016 0117 933 9087 admissions@cliftonhigh.bristol.sch.uk The Diamond Edge Model
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OWNEND School is an exciting and vibrant learning community where every young person is supported to achieve their very best. Downend School has seen significant improvements in GCSE and A-level results over recent years, making the school one of the most improved in the area. Its sixth form has achieved some of the best A-level results of all the schools in South Gloucestershire over the past three years. The school has undergone substantial refurbishment in recent years, with the opening of a new IT Hub, Inclusion Centre and Innovation Centre. This summer, the school completely refurbished its Dining Hall, Library and Sixth Form Centre. Recently the school has become a member of the Premium Partners scheme in order to develop close links between the school and local business.
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form has achieved some of the best A-level results of all the schools in South Gloucestershire over the past three years.”
In September 2014, Ofsted recognised the strength of Downend School, awarding a “good” judgement in every area inspected. They noted that “teachers have high expectations” and that “students’ attitudes to
learning are good and they conduct themselves well around the school”. Inspectors also praised “an aspirational culture throughout the school”. The school runs a large number of extra-curricular activities, including an award winning film club, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award Scheme and various local/national engineering competitions.
● Downend School’s open evening takes place on Thursday, September 22 from 5.45pm until 8pm. The school is also holding open mornings daily from September 26 to October 20 (9am until 10.30am) when the head teacher will personally show parents and students around the school and answer any individual questions. Appointments for open mornings can be made by contacting Sarah Ware at Downend School on 01454 862300.
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TUDENTS at Oasis Academy Brislington secured some strong GCSE results, with many of them making excellent progress. On average, their results are a third of a grade higher than expected from their starting points at the academy. Although the proportion of students gaining C grades or above in English and maths – the Gover nment’s new Basics Measure – was similar to 2015 at 48 per cent, attainment levels for students in their best eight subjects – another new measure – were up on last year. Success in modern foreign languages (French, German and Spanish) saw 100 per cent of students achieve a grade C or higher, with art and photography also extremely strong, with students gaining 93 per cent and 90 per cent A*-C respectively. Principal Peter Knight said: “Congratulations to all students whose hard work is rewarded and thanks to staff and parents for their dedication and support.”
NAME Abby Westerside, 16, Brislington RESULTS: 1A*, 5As, 3Bs, 1D, 1 starred distinction WHAT NEXT? St Brendan’s, to do A-levels in maths, chemistry and physics AMBITION: Looking towards a science-related job, maybe pathology
NAME Harry Watts, 16, Brislington RESULTS: 7A*s, 2 As WHAT NEXT? Digitech Studio School to do A-levels in maths, further maths, physics and computer science. AMBITION: Will decide after doing work experience in sixth form whether to try for university or an apprenticeship
NAME Toni-Rose Hopkins, 16, Brislington RESULTS: 1A*, 6As, 1B, 1C WHAT NEXT? St Brendan’s to do A-levels in psychology, law, sociology and biology AMBITION: Hoping to go on to university
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EDLAND Green pupils excelled again this year with a excellent set of GCSE results. Headline figures from include: from 2016 include: ● 5A* to C, including English and Maths: 84 per cent first entry, 88 per cent best entry. ●A* to C in both English and Maths: 90 per cent ●C grade or higher for English: 93 per cent ●C grade or higher for Maths: 91 per cent ●C grade or higher in at least one Science GCSE: 98 per cent ●C grade or higher in at least two Science GCSEs: 91 per cent 71 per cent of BTEC results were graded distinction or distinction* and 44 per cent of all entries were A/A* grades. Disadvantaged students made progress in line with or better than non-disadvantaged students nationally. Sarah Baker, headteacher of Redland Green School, said: “I am so proud of all our students and their superb results this summer. They have worked so hard and deserve every success. I am delighted that these results carry on the trend of excellent achievement by Redland Green students and I would like to congratulate students, staff and parents.”
Open Evening Thursday September 22 5.30-8pm (Principal’s Address 6pm)
Open Mornings September 26, 27 and 28 9.30-11am By appointment (call 0117 377 2055)
Saturday October 1 11am-1pm
■ Olivia Ekaney and her mother celebrating great GCSE results at Redland High
PATCHWAY COMMUNITY COLLEGE ■ Patchway Community College celebrated its best ever results with 58.5 per cent of pupils getting A* to C including English and Maths – up 18.5 per cent from 2015. Head teacher Roger Gilbert said: “The improvement in this year's results is very pleasing and puts Patchway in line with other local schools. “This couldn't have been done without the determination shown by the students in working with the school's hardworking and committed staff." Wonderful individual performances included Charlotte Lawton with 3A*s, 6As and a BTEC Distinction, Diogo Pereira Da Silva with 10 A grades, Chloe Barr with 2A*s, 4As, and 2 Bs, Phoebe Price with 6As and 1B and Ben Swanson and Mitchell Wood, both with 4As and 5Bs. Connor Wood, who achieved an A in English, 3 Bs, 3Cs and a BTEC merit, said:
"I am really happy with everything and I couldn't have done it without the hard work of all of the teachers. Josh Camacho, with 1A, 2 Bs, 4Cs and a BTEC Merit, said: "I will never forget this."
BRISTOL GRAMMAR SCHOOL
Tel: 0117 377 2055 | Hungerford Rd, Brislington, Bristol, BS4 5EY | oasisacademybrislington.org
■ Bristol Grammar School reported superb results – 70 per cent of students getting A* to A grades only. BGS Headmaster, Mr Roderick MacKinnon, said: “We are delighted that our students have once again excelled in a wide range of subjects. “They have produced phenomenal results, while involving themselves in a rich variety of co-curricular activities and trips all of which prepares them well for their time in the Sixth Form. It is wonderful to see the fabulous results of our Further Mathematics course, which is equivalent to a GCSE and includes ‘A’ level content, in the first year it has been offered at BGS. “The breadth of the curriculum allows
our students to both take the subjects they need as well as those they are passionate about. The new facilities that our Performing Arts Centre has to offer will enrich students’ cultural life further, giving them more opportunity to develop the confidence and artistic appreciation that will enrich their lives.”
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Broadlands Academy
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HE Year 11 students of Broadlands Academy are again celebrating a fantastic set of GCSE results. For the fourth consecutive year, the percentage of students achieving five A*-C including English and maths was over 60 per cent. Progress measures have also improved at the Academy, with more students than ever before achieving their target grades. Subjects where achievements were particularly strong included biology, chemistry and physics where 100 per cent of students gained A*-C grades. Additionally, in English, film, graphics, history, PE, music, core science and additional science, more than 75 per cent of students gained A*-C grades. There was a very pleasing increase in the number of students gaining the highest grades. The top performers in terms of A*-A grades were: ● Jordan Lear (12 A*-As) ●Jasmine Rhymes (11 A*-As) ●Livvie Atkins (9 A*-As) ●Mia Conybeare, Josh House, ●Maisie Sparks, Ahmed Tumia (7 A*-As) ●Ellie Homer (6 A*-As) ●Charlotte Cherry, Dan Goodwin, Emily Ricketts, Charlie Saunders,
Ethan Thatcher (5 A*-As) Biology, chemistry, physics, history and film were the top performing subjects in regards to A*-A grades with a quarter of students gaining top grades. Mr Anderson has been principal at Broadlands and overseen the last four years of improved results. He stated “I am absolutely delighted for the students and staff at Broadlands who have worked so hard to ensure that these fantastic results could be achieved. “It has been a privilege to be a part of the success at Broadlands since we became an Academy and I am confident in the position the school now sits following its ‘Good’ Ofsted inspection earlier this year.” Mr Anderson moves on to a new post as the Director for Education for the REAch4 Academy Trust and the new Principal, Mr James Hall, will be joining Broadlands from Hayesfield Girls’ School in January 2017. Mr Hall commented “Congratulations to all at Broadlands on another fantastic set of results. I am really looking forward to taking up my new post and working with all at Broadlands Academy in January to build upon th significant success achieved over the last four years”.
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Tuesday 20 September 2016 6.30pm - 8.30pm
There is h “a culture of hig expectation..s. and ambitionnts everyone wa r the best fo pupils.” 0117 986 4791 contactus@broadlandsacademy.org @BroadlandsBS31
www.broadlandsacademy broadlandsacademy.org broadlandsacademy .org Broadlands Academy, St Francis Road, Keynsham, Bristol BS31 2DY
‘A Good school’ - Ofsted 2016
Principal’s Presentations at 6.30pm & 7.15pm
Open Mornings: Monday 26 September to Friday 7 October 2016 (by appointment)
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Bristol Cathedral Choir School
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RISTOL Cathedral Choir School reported excellent results this year. 84 per cent of pupils gained 5A* to C, including English and Maths. Other headline figures include: ●A* to A grades: 39 per cent ●A* to A only students: 18 The school, which became an academy from a private school, is among the best in the region. Head of school Paul Atkins said: “Our students and teachers deserve to be congratulated for all their brilliant work contributing to another excellent set of GCSE results. “This performance builds not only on our record GCSE results last year, which showed the highest state school attainment in the city, but also on the ‘outstanding’ Ofsted judgement this February, when inspectors described achievement at our school as ‘exceptional’. “It truly has been a golden year.” He added: “Even more important than the headline figures is the evidence of progress made by our students that is significantly above the national average, regardless of their widely ranging academic starting points when they entered the academy in Year Seven. The levels of progress in English and mathematics, in particular, continue to be outstanding by any measure.”
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JONATHAN FUTAK “I got nine A*s – I was not expecting that! I was focusing on art and design. It was a combination of work and praying”-
EMILY TOOSKI “I passed everything and got an A in textiles. I am hoping to go to Sixth Form at either the Cathedral or St Mary Redcliffe. I’m hoping to be a physiotherapist.”
OLIVIA MOWL “I’m opening them on College Green. I am hoping for a couple of As and a couple of Cs. I hope to go on to Sixth Form at St Mary Redcliffe or the Cathedral, and then university, maybe Amsterdam, for a course in cultural studies.”
ISAAC MORTIMER-DOWNEY “I got two A*s and two As and feel alright. It was my targetish. I’m hoping to go to St Mary Redcliffe Sixth Form and then university. It was lots of hard work.”
Monday 12th September 5.30–8.00pm Mangotsfield School
Open mornings daily from Wednesday 14th September by appointment
Rodway Hill, Mangotsfield, BS16 9LH 01454 862700 mangotsfieldschool.org.uk
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ITH nearly 20 per cent of GCSEs being awarded the prestigious A* grade, and 96 per cent of students achieving five or more GCSEs at grades A* to C, there was much to celebrate at Colston’s on GCSE results’ day. One in five candidates achieved the equivalent of straight A grades or better, and 73 per cent achieved five or more grades at A* to B. Headmaster Jeremy McCullough said: “With results as good as these it is easy to overlook the holistic nature of Colston’s. It is really in the individuals’ stories that the excitement is to be found: The B that might have been a C were it not for the extra support offered, or the A* that was, frankly, never even dreamed possible. Our GCSE candidates, and their teachers, have worked very hard and are delighted with the outcomes.” “Naturally, Laura Baxter, Ryan Danvers, Jonathan Dobson, Ben Fisher, Max Garland, Abigail Langbridge, Matt Plenty, Sophie Reed and Lucy Xu will get much of the plaudits for their exclusively A* and A grades, but many others also deserve huge congratulations for doing their best and achieving great grades. We are very proud of them all.”
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T Mangotsfield School we are committed to ensuring that every student reaches their full potential. Our ethos can be summed up in three words: Community-Achievement-Growth. We seek to be a community school where all understand and can shape our ethos together. We aspire that all our students are ambitious to achieve. We seek to provide the very best learning experience, so that every student makes good progress, regardless of their starting point. Mangotsfield School is undergoing a huge period of change. From September 2016, we are introducing a number of changes - designed to promote a culture of high standards and expectations. Students were involved in choosing a more traditional uniform, and we are moving towards a House System, which will be the vehicle to develop exciting challenges, competitions, and new roles for our students. In addition, we have introduced Vertical Tutoring: year groups are mixed, allowing for more of a ‘family’ approach to mentoring. This past year the school has undertaken a dramatic building and refurbishment pro-
gramme, this summer creating a new visitor reception and updating the oldest part of the school, to give our students the best possible environment for study. Over the school year we completely refurbished the Hall, a new Leadership Hub and our Sixth Form Centre. Mangotsfield School prides itself on the diversity of extracurricular opportunities that students are able to access. The extracurricular offer varies in its diversity from our Duke of Edinburgh scheme to our Photography Club, from the Engineering and Art clubs to the wide range of sports teams who successfully compete in local and national competitions.
● Mangotsfield School’s open evening takes place on Monday, September 12, from 5.30pm until 8pm. The school is also holding open mornings daily from September 14 to October 20 (9am start) when parents will receive a personal tour from the head teacher and be able to ask individual questions. Appointments for open mornings can be made by contacting Julie Scull at Mangotsfield School on 01454 862703.
WHOLE SCHOOL OPEN MORNING SATURDAY 24TH SEPTEMBER 2016, 9.30AM - 12.00PM Register online at www.colstons.org Academic, Art, Drama, Music and Sport scholarship opportunities Bursaries are available Email: admissions@colstons.org Telephone: 0117 965 5207
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ABBEYWOOD COMMUNITY SCHOOL ■ Abbeywood Community School performed well again, with 56 per cent of students getting 5 A* to C grades including English and Maths: Students who have studied in mainstream education as part of Abbeywood’s Resource Base for speech, language and communication again excelled, with Gemma Moore leading the way by achieving 3As, 5Bs and 2Cs in her GCSEs. Abbeywood Associate Headteacher Dave Howe said: “We are absolutely delighted with our GCSE results and very proud of our students. “Our values as a school where there are no limits on what can be achieved is reflected in these exam results. I would like to thank all our wonderful staff for their hard work a and also thank our parents and carers for their ongoing support for our school. It is now onwards and upwards for Abbeywood Community School.” Top students included Tasnim Chowdury ( 9A*, 1A) Sophie Kynaston (4A*, 5A, 1B) Jessica Mead ( 1A*, 10A) Finley Boyce ( 4A, 5B, 2C) and Chloe Bowden (3A*, 5A, 2B, 1C).
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EFLECTIONS Training Academy is an award-winning hairdressing and barbering academy based in Bristol city centre. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Reflections Training Academy caters for all learners wishing to train and develop a career in the hairdressing or barbering industry. We are passionate about our work and drive high standards of learning. What apprenticeships are on offer? ● Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing Apprenticeship ● Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing Apprenticeship ● Level 2 NVQ Diploma in Barbering - Apprenticeship ● Level 3 NVQ Diploma in Barbering - Apprenticeship Other Programmes: ● Level 1 NVQ Diploma in Hairdressing and Barbering – Study Programme (Pre-Apprenticeship) ● Traineeships ● Functional Skills: English & Maths ● Employability Skills ● PLTS: Personal Learning & Thinking Skills Reflections Training Academy’s mission statement is ‘Educate in Order to Innovate’ and we aim to provide and uphold the highest standard of training for all our learners.
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BRADLEY STOKE COMMUNITY SCHOOL ■ Bradley Stoke Community School has posted its best ever GCSE results with 68 per cent of pupils achieving 5 A*s to C grades including English and Maths: Olympus Academy Trust CEO and Executive head teacher Dave Baker said: “These GCSE outcomes are the result of hard work by staff and students and they deserve full credit for them. It is a remarkable achievement that head teacher Steve Moir, in his first year in post, has overseen an increase in GCSE results of
over 14 percentage points from last year. “ Top students included Mrudula Hirimagalur (11A*, 2A) Cristina Lojo (9A*, 5A) Abi Todd ( 5A*, 7A) Joseph Chambers Graham ( 4A*, 1 Distinction*, 6A, 2B) Aaron Mitchell-Begley (5A*, 5A, 1B, 1C) Natalie Rosser ( 5A*, 3A, 4B) Megan Hiseman (3A*, 1 Distinction*, 7A, 1B, 1C) Sophie Brain (4A*, 7A, 1B) Rachel Bennett (4A*, 5A, 2B, 1C) Thomas Smyth ( 4A*, 3A, 4B, 1C) Emmanuelle Deliot (3A*, 8A, 1B) and Sadelle Onamade (3A*, 8A, 1B).
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HE best ever results have been achieved at St Katherine’s with 62% of students achieving English and maths A*-C with all students gaining qualifications. Nearly a quarter, 24%, of all grades were A*-A reflecting the very highest achievement across a broad range of subjects. 44% of all grades achieved were graded A*-B. Justin Humphreys, Acting Headteacher said “These fantastic results are a credit to this year group who earned their success through dedication, commitment and plenty of resilience. “They have shown great determination and not let anything get in the way of their success. I am very proud of all our hard working young people and committed staff who share these results. “ I am delighted with the achievements of this year group, most of whom have achieved exceptional personal results. I wish them every success as they take their next steps”. These superb results were achieved across the curriculum. Subjects enjoying A*-A success include performing arts 55%, drama 53%, sport 47%, statistics 46%, history 44%, English language 35%, biology and hospitality 33%. Many subjects also
achieved great A*-C success – statistics and music 100%, hospitality 93%, biology 90%, computing 90%, sport 88%, art 88%, business 86%, physics and chemistry 85%, geography 84% with performing arts and classics achieving 82%. 68% of students achieved five A*-C grades overall with 59% of students having achieved 5A*- C including English and Maths. Following the recognition we received in our Ofsted report at the start of the year, along with this year’s excellent GCSE and A Level results, students at St Katherine’s are standing tall and achieving great success.
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TUDENTS and staff at Ashton Park School have been celebrating a pleasing set of GCSE results to add to the improved Sixth Form results published last week. Students of all abilities secured the results they needed to progress confidently to the next phase of their education, with 51 per cent of students achieving 5 GCSE grades A*- C - and many achieving A* and A grades. Acknowledging the hard work of staff and students, as well as the support of parents as key to the school’s success, headteacher Nick John said: “Ashton Park is a special place, a community where everyone pulls together to support our young people to achieve their potential. “As a school we are blessed with highly professional and committed staff who genuinely care about the students they teach buoyed by parents and carers who support us every step of the way.
ASHTON PARK SCHOOL A warm invitation to join us for
Open Evening
Thursday 22nd September 2016 6pm-8.30pm Tours 6pm - 7.45pm ~ Headteacher’s Speech 8pm See the school in action
“As a community we celebrate all our students’ achievements together with pride and wish them all well as they move on to apprenticeships, college and Sixth Form study.”
OPEN MORNINGS Monday 26th September 11.15am -12.45pm Tuesday 27th September11.15am -12.45pm
Tel: 0117 377 2777 Email: mail@ashtonpark.net Web: www.ashtonpark.net
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■ Lauren Carey picked up a grade A* for every subject that counts towards progress * scores.
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TUDENTS at Bedminster Down in south Bristol are celebrating GCSE success – after half of all students achieved five grades A*- C. It was a record year for the school’s English department with 86 per cent of all students gaining an A* - C. Meanwhile more than 90 per cent achieved A*-C in religious studies, French, art textiles and child development. A* and A grades up by a third on last year to 14.5 per cent. Lauren Carey picked up a grade A* for every subject that counts towards progress * scores. She said: “I was looking for Bs today so I couldn’t be more delighted with my grade A*s. “Now I can choose a wide range of subjects for A level thanks to the support I’ve had at Bedminster Down.”
Bedminster Down head teacher Gary Schlick said: “I couldn’t be more pleased with the efforts from both students and staff that have helped to deliver this excellent set of exam results for Bedminster Down students. Every student has a path mapped for their future to start further study, work or apprenticeships. “Later this year parents will be able to look at our ‘progress 8’ scores alongside other schools to help them assess how we made sure every student fulfilled their potential. I think this will highlight our strengths as a school, continuing the excellent progress made in our partner primary schools. “Going forward our successfully piloted ‘ready to learn’ behaviour programme will be rolled out which will ensure learning is at the forefront of everything that we do.”
■ Chloe Warfield, 16, of Bedminster, is looking forward to studying hairdressing at Hengrove College after picking up one five C grades and one B grade. Chloe said: “I was really nervous ahead of getting my results. But I am really happy to get the grades I needed to do what I wanted to do.” Mum Suzie went with Chloe to collect her results. She said: “I am very proud of her.”
CONGRATULATIONS TO STUDENTS AND STAFF FOR OUR
BEST EVER GCSE RESULTS * Record 5 grades A*- C including English and maths ■ Reece Kibby 16, from Withywood is heading off to college to study bricklaying after picking up his GCSE results, Reece got two Bs, two Cs, two Ds and two E grades. He said: “I did better than I expected and am pleased overall. It’s been great at Bedminster Down.”
* A* and A grades up by one third * Well above national average for progress in eight key subjects
Open days Wednesday 14th September and Saturday 8th October For more information visit www.bedminsterdown.com or call 0117 353 2800
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■ Lauren Rowe, 16, of Bedminster got three A grades and five Bs. She said: “I am really pleased and the results are better than I expected. The exams were tough especially English.” Lauren, who was planning to celebrate with a meal with her family is off to St Brendan’s Sixth Form College to study psychology, geography, history and chemistry.
■ Eleanor Nuttall, 16, is considering a career in air traffic control after picking up her GCSE results. Eleanor, from Headley Park, got four A’s, four B’s and two C’s and is going on to study at St Brendan’s Sixth Form College. She is planning to study history, sociology and English language. She said: “I am quite interested in working in air traffic control but am keeping my op-
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TUDENTS at Bristol Free School were jumping with joy as the school celebrated its first set of GCSE results. The school, which opened in 2011 and had 117 students sitting their GCSEs this year, saw 66 per cent of students gaining A*-C grades in both English and maths. Head teacher Paul Jones said: “I am very proud of year 11. “They are a truly comprehensive and inclusive year group, 76 of whom were with us on the day we opened in September 2011. “These results are an excellent achievement using both the old measure of 5 A*-C and the newer, which will reflect students’ impressive progress in English, maths and science.” The school saw a number of top achievers including James Beggs who got 10 A* and two A grades. James, 16, of Henbury, who is staying at Bristol Free School to continue his studies, said: “I am really pleased at the results. “I have never been so nervous . “There were a few exams that I didn’t think went so well.” Other top achievers included Max Davies with seven A *’s and three A’s, Lianne Tagudin who got six A*s and four A’s and Daniyal Tariq with five
“ These results are an
excellent achievement using both the old measure of 5 A*-C and the newer, which reflect students’ impressive progress in English, maths and science A* and six A grades. Lianne, 16, from Southmead said: “I am really pleased and it took a lot of study. In the run up to exam season I was working until 11pm every evening.” The Bristol Free School is run by the Russell Education Trust. Russell Education Trust CEO Karen Lynch said: “We’re delighted with this first set of results at BFS and know that the school will continue to go from strength to strength. “The parents who worked with us to establish a new secondary school for north west Bristol, can be justly of BFS because it is the expanding and high achieving school for which they campaigned.”
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BRISTOL FREE SCHOOL CASE STUDIES ■ Jamil Khan, 16, of Horfield got two B’s, four C’s and two D grades. He is planning to stay on at Bristol Free School sixth form to study English literature, geography and economics and eventually wants to study law. He said: “I am pleased with the results. I worked hard and did a lot of revision. Bristol Free School has been really good.” ■ Emily Yates, 16, of Brentry, got five As, four Bs and two Cs. She plans to stay on in sixth form and study history, psychology and geography. Emily said: “I felt very nervous in the build up to the exam results. I did a lot of studying and found it quite stressful. But I am looking forward to resuming my studies in sixth form.” ■ Rhys Mathias 16, gave his mum a special 50th birthday present this year – a glowing set of GCSE results. Mum Nicola celebrated her half century on the day Rhys picked up his results from Bristol Free School. Rhys achieved four A*, four A, one B,one C and one D grade GCSEs. Rhys said: “I was aiming for five A grades, so I have managed to top that. “I am planning to stay here and do A level history and maths.” Mum Nicola said: “I am very proud of him. He’s a clever boy and has worked really hard.” ■ Sam Buckler,16, of Westbury-on-Trym said some of the exams were tough. Sam, whose mum Keren works at the school, said: “Some of the exams were tough, especially physics. I have been feeling stressed in the run up to the exams.” Sam is to stay on at Bristol Free School to study A levels in biology, economics and geography.
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OHN Cabot Academy has continued its strong performance this year. 73 per cent of pupils gained A* to C in English and Maths. Interim principal Lis Jolley said: “I am overwhelmed at the performance of our students this year, this is due to the hard work of students, parents and staff. We wish them every success in the next phase of
their education, employment or training.” There were stand out performances from many students including Olivia Webber (9A*s and 2 As) and Josh Fudge (7A*s 3As and a B). In addition to English and Maths, several subject areas have performed exceptionally well including Music, Italian, Photography, Art and Design and Catering.
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■ Students of all abilities at Colston’s Girls’ School in Bristol achieved better GCSE results in the 2016 exams than they could ever have imagined While the academy maintained its record of high overall passes at the top grades, it was the progress made by individuals that was most remarkable this year. When the Government publishes its new Progress 8 measures in the autumn, CGS expects to be among the best performers in the country. Its students achieved results that were more than half a grade higher than might have been expected from their starting points. Executive principal Alistair Perry said: “We are a non selective school, welcoming girls of all talents and from diverse backgrounds. It is very pleasing that exceptional progress reflected in these outcomes was not confined to the high achievers but was enjoyed by students across all abilities, and was significantly above the national average. “Well done to all the girls whose hard work has paid off - and thanks to our staff too.”
■ Six pupils were awarded straight A* grades among a year group that has achieved one of the best ever sets of results for Clifton College. In total, 25% of pupils achieved all A* or A grades, and there were plenty of smiling faces amongst the crowd as pupils finally found out the results of their hard work. Overall, 89% of grades were A* to B and 69% were A* or A grades. Departmentally, this year saw the best results ever for Economics, Physical Education and English Literature with 92, 91 and 74% A* or A respectively. In Biology, 100% of pupils achieved A* to B, with 89% A* to A for the fourth year running. Remarking on the GCSE results achieved by the pupils, Head of College Dr Tim Greene said: “The achievements and wide ranging ambitions of our pupils at GSCE level is testament to the hard work and dedication they’ve shown through what is at times a stressful period. “We wish everyone the very best for their next step, and look forward to welcoming many pupils back after the summer break to study for their A Levels here at Clifton College.”
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FAIRFIELD HIGH ■ Fairfield High School enjoyed its best ever year. Executive Principa Catriona Mangham said: “We are delighted with the amazing GCSE results here at Fairfield High School. “These are the best results the school has ever achieved with 62 per cent of students gaining A*-C in English and maths and levels of progress and attainment for all core subjects way above the national average. This is a testament to the hard work and dedication of all staff and students and the excellent support we have received from the Excalibur Academies Trust over the past year.”
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ITY Academy’s results improved again with more than 54 per cent of students achieving C or above in English and maths, which is a nine per cent increase on last year. Improvements in both of those core subjects were up on last year. Principal Jon Angell said: “This is
a fabulous set of results for the academy and a testimony to the hard work of the students and staff. “The ongoing support of the parents and the local community and the collaborative work of the Cabot Learning Federation have had an enormous impact on the outcomes and aspirations of our students.”
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ED Maids’ School celebrated an excellent set of GCSE results – 40 per cent of all grades were A* and well over two thirds were A* to A. A third of the Year 11 group – 21 girls – gained a clean sweep of A*s and A grades. Among them were Ella Harrison and Rachel Hyde who secured A* in 11 subjects, and Arabella Atkins, Lauren Figes-Jones, Rebecca Griffiths, Kate Hamilton, Anna Matthews, Anjali Mehta and Rosy Owens who scored A* in 10 subjects. Furthermore, 89 per cent of all
entries gained an A*, A or B grade. Headmistress Isabel Tobias said: “I am absolutely delighted. These are really strong academic results which show just how well the girls and their teachers work together right across the year group.” Individual success stories include Anjali Mehta, who joined Red Maids’ from a Belgian international school at the start of the GCSE syllabus two years ago and for whom English is her second language, achieved A* in 10 subjects including A* distinction in Further Maths, and an A in AS French, which she took a year early.
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RCHARD School celebrated its best ever GCSE results with 50 per cent of pupils getting A* to C in English and maths. Year Nine and Year 10 students who took their GCSE Maths early also did well. Students, staff and family celebrated at the school with balloons and ice cream. Head teacher Dr Helen Holman said: “We’re absolutely delighted for our students, staff and of course the school with yet another year in which results have surpassed previous years. “Our students in Years 9 and 10 have also produced some stunning results and is a taste of what’s to come in the future. “We wish our students the best of luck on their chosen pathways.” Notable students: ● Holly Kaur achieved 2 A*s, including Punjabi and Geography, 9 As, an AS Level in Punjabi and a Distinction. She will be heading off to Redland Green in September. ● Emily Mortimer, who achieved 6 As, 4 Bs and 2 Distinction* grades, has been accepted to study at St Bede’s in September. ● Luke Winn, who will be attending Redland Green in September, achieved 2 A*s, 7 As, a B and a Distinction *. ● Year 9 student Max Grant, inset, took his Maths GCSE early and gained an A.
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SIDCOT SCHOOL ■ It was another year of outstanding results at Sidcot School – with a 100 per cent pass rate. Five students got 10 or more A grades and 93 per cent of pupils got five A* to C grades. Headmaster Iain Kilpatrick said: “In the context of a national decline in the top GCSE grades, it’s particularly pleasing to see the improvements we have achieved this year. While we celebrate these fantastic results, we take equal pride in the knowledge that our students acquire not only their ex-
am passes but also the personal qualities that will help them thrive in the next step of their educational journey.” Top students included Zachary Brannan, (16) from Axbridge who achieved an A* Distinction, 4 A*s and 7 As. Charlotte Boddy, (16) from Barrow Gurney attained 5 A*s and 5 As. Bryony Edgell, (16) from Weston-super-Mare was understandably delighted with her three A*s and seven As.
CHIPPING SODBURY
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■ It was another excellent set of results at Chipping Sodbury School, with 57 per cent of students getting a C grade or higher in English and Maths. Outstanding students included James Doody (7 A*s 2 As and a B), Lucia Sadier 5A*s, 1A , 1B , 1C, Courtney James (4A*s, 6As), Alex Langridge (4A*s , 4As ,2 Bs) and Rebecca Craddock (4A*s, 3As, 3Bs). Head teacher Gareth Millington said: “We are so pleased that the school continues to move forward so resolutely.”
■ St Bede’s Catholic College pupils celebrated some excellent results with 71 per cent getting 5A*-C with English and Mathematics. Catherine Hughes, principal, said: “Our results today are evidence of the high expectations, determination, resilience and hard work of both students and staff, for which all must be commended. We celebrate the successes of these young people and then start again in September, determined to ensure that every child who at-
tends St Bede’s achieves grades that match both aptitude and industry.” Two students, Arnold Gomes and Davis John were successful in getting the new top grade of A^ which is A* Distinction, in Additional Mathematics. Three students achieved at least 10A* grades including Davis John 11A*, Harriet Selway 10A* and Isabella Redmond 10A*. A further 16 students between them shared 174 A*A grades.
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ACKWELL Schools’ GCSE students are celebrating another great set of results. 76% of the year group achieved at least A*-C grades in English and Maths, and 74% of students achieved 5 grades A*-C including English and Maths. 35 students gained eight or more A* or A grades, among them: ●Huw Evans 12A*, 1A ●Luke Barrett and Tom Slade 11A*, 2A ●Esther Leong and Will Cattermole 9A*, 2A ●Sophie Ettle 9A*, 3A In “Attainment 8”, one of the government’s new measures this year, students have done superbly well. Head teacher Julian Baldwin said “We are so proud of these young people. Not only have they have worked really hard in and out of the classroom, but they have contributed so much to school life over the last five years. “They are a credit to the school and themselves in so many ways. As a comprehensive school we are celebrating every single student who has achieved their best. Students such as Justine Segar, Anna Bassett and Sara Flower – the progress that they have made since joining Backwell School has been immense.”
■ Some of Backwell’s top achievers Huw Evans, who achieved 12 A* and an A said: “I am so shocked, but I am so happy. To work really hard, it sometimes felt like this day would never come, and to do so well is just amazing.”
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INTERBOURNE International Academy results show its back to where it belongs among the top schools in South Gloucestershire, said principal Richard Haupt. 73 per cent pf pupils got 5A*s to C, including English and Maths – a nine per cent increase on last last. The Academy Principal Richard Haupt said: “We are incredibly proud of our students; these results are testament to their hard work; their success is well-deserved. “Congratulations must also go to our teachers; they have demonstrated unwavering commitment and dedication to getting the best results for
their students. “These results taken together with our record-breaking A Level results, show we have put the past well and truly behind us and taken Winterbourne back to where it belongs among the highest achieving schools in South Gloucestershire and Bristol.” Special congratulations go to the many students who achieved at the very highest level. 11 students attained 5A*s or more. Top of the class was Alex Williams, who achieved 9A* and 3A grades, closely followed by Katie Baker who got 8A* and 4As. Ellie Boyle, Hannah Powell and James Labuschagne all attained 7A* and 4As and Isaac Chil-
“ Our teachers have
demonstrated unwavering commitment to getting the best results for their students.” cott got 6A* and 5A grades. Yasmin Dickinson, Callum Fitzgerald, Rafael Dave Obligar, Olivia Sussex and Rebekah Sussex all achieved 5A* grades. Scores of students, too numerous to mention, got 7 or more grades at A*/A
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GS College is offering information, advice and guidance sessions to late applicants looking for assistance with their education and career
paths. The ‘It’s Never Too Late To Apply’ campaign has been specifically created to help those in need of advice before deciding what to study this September. This free service provides assistance on an individual basis with one of the College’s advisers. Potential learners will receive advice on all aspects of student life including course choice and fees, entry requirements, progression routes and careers. The Stroud Campus is still recruiting for courses starting this September for Access to University, Apprenticeships, Employability courses, full time GCSEs, full time vocational courses in Animal Care, Art & Design, Business, Construction, Early Years, Engineering, Hair & Beauty, Health & Social Care, IT, Music, Media & Games Design, Performing Arts, Public Services or Sport, HND & Foundation Degree University level programmes, and part time adult courses. The Bristol campuses are still recruiting for Animal Sciences, Art & Design, Business, Construction, Early Years, Engineering, Hair & Beauty, Health & Social Care, IT and
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apply for courses at SGS College. Our guidance specialists will help you look at your education and career options.” Sara-Jane Watkins Computing, Music, Media & Games Design, Performing Arts, Public Services, Sport, Travel, Access to University, Apprenticeships, Employability courses, Full time A Levels & GCSEs, HND & Foundation Degree University level programmes and part time adult courses. Sara-Jane Watkins, Principal at SGS College, said: “There is still time to apply for courses at SGS College. Our guidance specialists will help you look at your education and career options to help prepare you for study starting this September. College staff will work tirelessly to help people maximise their potential and achieve their qualification and career targets.” Sessions are running from 25th August, 9am – 4pm, Monday – Friday. For more information, please call (Stroud) 01453 763424 or (Bristol) 0800 0567 253 or email info@sgscol.ac.uk.
■ 33-year-old mum of two Kathy, secured a C in Maths, which means she can now go to university. Kathy said: “studying at night school with two young kids is a challenge but I’m so glad I did it. I didn’t pay much attention at school so didn’t get the grades I needed for the career I wanted. I’ve been a nanny for 15 years but I’ve always wanted to work in Midwifery or Children’s Nursing. With the C in maths I can now go to university next year when the kids start school. Can’t wait!”
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RIDGE Learning Campus has doubled the number of students hitting the benchmark 5A* to C, including English and Maths. Last year, the South Bristol school only 21 per cent met the floor grade, but this year it has gone up to 42 per cent. Some 30 per cent have students at BLC have special education needs. In English, 65 per cent of children achieved a C grade or better. Top performing student Kathryn Clarke, from Bedminster, earned 3A*s, 3As, 1B and 1C and will be going to St Brendan’s Sixth Form College.
Her friend Natalie Reid is only 15. She jumped a grade after Year Seven, and achieved 5As, 2Bs, and 1C. Kenny Awere came from Italy less than three years ago and spoke no English whatsoever - and scored 1A*, 2As and 4Bs in his GCSEs Head teacher Keziah Featherstone said: “This is something to be proud of and to grow from. “Our students and the staff have worked incredibly hard – and things will only continue to improve. “Choosing this school for your child is the right one and being fully staffed with specialists is really paying off.”
CASE STUDIES: SGS COLLEGE STUDENTS ■ Learners, Emma and Tara, both secured C grades in their Maths GCSE; just what they needed it to get into university to study for a nursing degree. Emma said: I’m really happy! I always found maths difficult so I’m delighted to secure the C grade. Thanks to my teacher Julie Nelson. She was brilliant!”
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UPILS from Queen Elizabeth’s Hospital are celebrating another year of outstanding GCSE results, following a record year for the school’s A Level students. A third of all students taking GCSEs at QEH this year have achieved straight A*/As, with A* grades accounting for 40 per cnet of all those awarded at the school and two thirds of grades at A*/A. Two international sports stars of the school proved that you can balance academic work and extra-curricular commitments. Theo Llewellyn, who has regularly been selected for the Welsh national football squad and has just signed a two-year scholarship with
Bristol City FC, secured 2 A*s, 7 As and 1 B, while Nathan Moore, who has represented England in various golfing tournaments, was awarded 6 A* and 4 A grades. “Yet again we have seen superb results in both GCSE and A-level demonstrating the high quality of education provided at QEH, at all levels. “The vast majority of our GCSE students will now go on to join our thriving sixth form, open to girls from September 2017, in order to benefit from our proven A level teaching,” said Stephen Holliday, Headmaster at QEH. “I am delighted to congratulate all of our GCSE and A Level students – well done.”
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IT’S NEVER TOO LATE TO APPLY! SGS College still has availability in the following course areas commencing September: • • • • •
Access to University Apprenticeships Employability courses Full time A Levels & GCSEs Full time vocational courses in Animal Sciences, Art & Design, Business, Construction, Early Years, Engineering, Hair & Beauty, Health & Social Care, IT, Media & Games Design, Performing Arts, Public Services, Sport or Travel • HND and Foundation Degree University Level programmes • Year 10 Bristol Technology & Engineering Academy (BTEA) • Part time adult courses
Visit one of our late Information, Advice & Guidance sessions running 25 August - 16 September, 9am - 4pm
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For further details visit www.sgscol.ac.uk or call 0800 0567 253