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.