THE WAIT is finally over for GCSE students across Coventry as they received their results and got to see if all their hard work had paid off.
Pupils discovered if they had got the grades they needed to move onto sixth-form, college, other training or employment.
Caludon Castle School
Students excelled in Maths and English achieving the top grades of 7-9* including 42 per cent of all French students.
Cheska Tanamor achieved seven grade 9s and two grade 8s, Daniella Eboigbe achieved six grade 9s, two 8s and a grade 7 and Reginald Quainoo who achieved one grade 9, four 8s, two 7s and two grade 6s
Over 60 per cent of students will be staying at Cauldon for sixth form and others are going onto college, apprenticeships and specialist academies.
Holly Wood will be studying Dance at BOA, Charlie Stuart will be completing an apprenticeship at Kits Academy in Sports Coaching and Mia De Marco studying TV and Media Production at Coventry College.
King Henry VIII School
A music experiment at King Henry VIII School in Coventry has resulted in 80 per cent of grades in music GCSE this summer gaining the exceptional grades of 8 and 9.
Headmaster Philip Dearden said: “There’s a tendency to think some people are musically talented and others aren’t.
“What we’ve proven is that it is rather that some are given the opportunity, and others aren’t.
“By giving every single pupil the chance to play an instrument, we’ve unearthed a wealth of talent.”
The school has a strong leaning to STEM subjects, and 88 per cent of Design Technology grades were awarded at 7 to 9, while 85 per cent of entries in Computer Science were also at these top levels.
There was a 100 per cent pass rate and almost two thirds of grades were 7 to 9.
Naomi, hauled an amazing nine grade 9s among her 12 GCSEs and Lauren, achieved three grade 9s and six grade 8s, as well as sporting awards including National Ballroom and Latin Dancer and British Taekwondo Champion.
West Coventry Academy
Students have received record numbers of the very highest GCSE grades.
Headteacher Ana Neofitou said: “GCSE results are the gateway to the next stage in our students’ education and are testament to their dedication and hard work. We look forward to welcoming many of them into West Coventry Sixth Form.
“We are so incredibly proud of each and every one of our amazing Year 11 students. They have worked with dedication and commitment throughout to ensure that today is a day they can enjoy whilst feeling proud of their achievements.
“I would also like to thank our students’ families who have worked alongside us to support our young people. My thanks also go to my staff at West Coventry Academy. They are an amazing team.
“Our congratulations, as well as our best wishes and happiness for the future, go to all of our students and their families.”
Bablake
Ukrainian student, Olha sat two sets of GCSE’s at once, studying for British and Ukrainian qualifications this summer.
Having arrived at the start of the war speaking no English at all, she has achieved top grade 7s in her English Language and English Literature GCSEs.
At the same time she has studied remotely for 20 Ukrainian exams, made more difficult she said because most of the male teachers are no longer at the school as they have gone to war.
Andrew Wright, Headmaster of the Coventry school said: “Her work ethic and maturity have been incredible, so I’m thrilled to see her rewarded by these results.”
Olha is staying at Bablake for sixth form, and will be taking A levels in English Language, Economics and Psychology.
She wants to go on to study International Relations, fuelled by her experiences of war, and a wish to help in the rebuilding of her country.
The Avon Valley School and Performing Arts College
Headteacher Blake Francis said: “I am incredibly proud of each and every one of our students for their GCSE results.
“This year’s cohort has shown extraordinary perseverance and determination, particularly in the face of the challenges posed by the past few years.
“Their achievements are a testament to their hard work, the support of our dedicated staff, and the encouragement of their families.
“These results are not just numbers; they represent the countless hours of work, the overcoming of obstacles, and the pursuit of their goals. I would also like to thank our teaching staff for their unwavering support and dedication, which has been instrumental in guiding our students to success.”
“As our students move on to the next chapter of their educational journeys, I have no doubt that they will continue to excel and make us proud. Congratulations to all!”
The school’s highest achieving student Ruo achieved six grade 9, two grade 8, one grade 7 and one grade 6.
Aleksandra Ola achieved three grade 9, four grade 7 and two grade 8. Max achieved five grade 8, three grade 7 and one grade 6.
Many students also achieved excellent results in terms of progress, making significant gains on expected outcomes:
Drew achieved a L2D* (equivalent to 8.5 points), six subjects at grade 5 and two at grade 6. Peter achieved one grade 6, five grade 5, one grade 5/4 and a grade 4. Isabel achieved three grade 5 and six grade 4. Tamsin achieved a L2D, L2M, two grade 5, one grade 5/4 and three grade 4.
