Outstanding GCSE Results for St Paul’s Students

Celebrations are in full swing at St Paul’s on Spencefield Lane in Leicester!  

Principal Shelley Conaghan shared her pride and joy in the students’ achievements. “Our Year 11 students are an extraordinary group of young people. Despite facing significant disruption during their secondary school journey due to the Covid-19 pandemic, they have shown resilience, determination, and an unwavering commitment to success. Their GCSE results are a true testament to their positive attitude, self-motivation, and ambition.

It has been a privilege to teach this year group from Year 7 through to their GCSEs, and we are immensely proud of their achievements. We are especially delighted that so many of them will be continuing their studies with us in the Sixth Form.”

This year’s results highlight some remarkable progress on the already strong outcomes of 2024.

78% of students achieved at least a grade 4 in both English and Maths.

79% achieved five or more GCSE passes at grade 4 or above.

For our students, these results are the foundation for their next chapter, whether they choose Sixth Form study, apprenticeships, or preparing for university and the world of work.  

We extend our heartfelt thanks to our students, their families, and our dedicated staff, all of whom have played a vital role in supporting Year 11 to reach this milestone.

English Martyrs’ Students Celebrate Outstanding GCSE and BTEC Results

Students at English Martyrs’ Catholic School, on Anstey Lane, Leicester were filled with joy this morning as they collected their GCSE and Level 2 BTEC results. Hot on the heels of last week’s superb A-level outcomes, this year’s results once again reflect the school’s continued success, showing further improvement on last year’s performance.

Across all subjects, 75.7% of students achieved five or more grades at 4+ including English and Maths. In addition, 76% of students secured a grade 4+ in both English and Maths, while 57% achieved the more challenging benchmark of 5+ in English and Maths.

Principal, Mathew Calen, praised the students’ achievements:
“We are extremely pleased that our students’ commitment has been rewarded with these fantastic results. This is a testament to their hard work both inside and outside the classroom. It is particularly inspiring given that this cohort faced a disrupted start to their secondary education, making their success even more impressive.”

Looking ahead, the school is excited to welcome many of its Year 11 students into Sixth Form this September, alongside new applicants from other schools, as they embark on the next stage of their educational journey.

De Lisle College celebrates another year of outstanding GCSE success

De Lisle College is once again celebrating another set of excellent GCSE results, with students achieving some of the school’s best outcomes to date. This year’s results highlight continued improvement across the board, with the school’s Attainment 8 score rising from last year. An impressive three quarters of all students secured a strong pass (grades 9–4) in both English and Maths, underlining the dedication of staff and the hard work of students.

Alongside the headline figures, there were some exceptional individual achievements. Three students achieved the remarkable feat of a clean sweep of grade 9s across all of their subjects. A further 11 students secured a full set of grade 8s and 9s, while more than 60% of the year group achieved at least one grade 7 or higher – reflecting the breadth of talent and ambition within this year’s cohort.

Headteacher Chris Maher said:
"We are incredibly proud of our Year 11 students. These results are a testament to their determination, resilience and commitment, as well as the unwavering support of their teachers and families. It has been a joy to celebrate their success with them this morning, and we are excited to see what they go on to achieve in the next stage of their education and beyond."

The college community extends its warmest congratulations to all Year 11 students on their achievements and looks forward to following their future successes with pride.

Saint Martin’s Catholic Academy is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results, reinforcing its reputation as one of the top-performing schools in Leicestershire and within the Catholic Diocese of Nottingham.

This year’s students have achieved exceptional academic success across a wide range of subjects. Among the many outstanding performances:

Jack Mann achieved an incredible 11 grade 9s.

Max Clarke earned 8 grade 9s and 2 grade 8s.

Ava Hayden secured 7 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, and a grade 7.

Imogen Ritchie achieved 7 grade 9s, alongside a grade 8 and a grade 7.

These remarkable achievements are complemented by the success of numerous other students who not only reached but exceeded their target grades. Saint Martin’s celebrates every pupil’s hard work and dedication, from the highest academic achievers to those who surpassed expectations.

Headteacher Clive Wright said:
"This is one of my favourite days of the year, when our pupils, whom we have taught, supported, and cared for over the past five years, see the culmination of their hard work and that of their teachers. It was wonderful to witness the joy and excitement on their faces this morning. We wish them every blessing for the next stage of their journey."

Saint Martin’s Catholic Academy continues to be proud of its tradition of academic excellence, outstanding pastoral care, and a nurturing environment, preparing students not just for examinations, but for life beyond school.

St Paul’s Year 13 Students Celebrate Exceptional A-Level and BTEC Results

St Paul’s Catholic School, is proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of their Year 13 students, who leave this summer with exceptional A-Level and BTEC results and a lasting legacy of leadership, generosity, and inspiration.

Principal, Shelley Conaghan commented “While we commend their academic success, we are equally proud of the contribution this year group has made to the life of our school. Through their leadership, fundraising initiatives, and exemplary role modelling, they have shown what it truly means to be both an outstanding learner and a person of integrity. Their willingness to give so generously of their time and talents has enriched our community, and they now move on to university, further training, or employment with our heartfelt thanks and prayers.”

The entire St Paul’s community congratulates our Year 13 students and looks forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in their future studies, careers, and communities.

English Martyrs’ Celebrate Outstanding A-Level Success

English Martyrs Catholic School, is proud to congratulate their students on their exceptional A-Level results this year, which build on the impressive achievements of 2024 and mark another year of academic excellence.

Key highlights include:
• 25% of students achieved A–A grades* up 9% from 2024
• 55% achieved A–B grades* also up 9% from 2024
• 84% achieved A–C grades* an improvement of 4% from last year

Principal Mathew Calen commented:

“Once again, we are delighted to see the hard work and commitment of our students being rewarded. It is pleasing to see the consistency of our results, with this being the 10th year in which we have exceeded 80% A*–C. I would like to thank all our staff for their dedication and tireless effort. We are extremely proud of every one of our students and wish them every success in the next stage of their lives.”

This year, 83% of students secured their first-choice destination, with many progressing to prestigious Russell Group universities and other leading institutions.

Notable destinations include:
• Oxford University – Medicine
• Loughborough University – Chemical Engineering
• Queen’s University Belfast – Biomedical Science
• University of Bath – Pharmacy
• Liverpool John Moores University – Biochemistry
• University of St Andrews – Mathematics
• University of Leicester – Medicine & Software Engineering
• University of Birmingham – Pharmacy & Marketing
• University of Warwick – History & Politics
• De Montfort University – Psychology
• Aston University – Law

English Martyrs’ extends heartfelt congratulations to all students for their achievements and looks forward to seeing the positive impact they will make in their future studies and careers.