Stourport High students celebrate their GCSE and BTEC results
Delighted staff at Stourport High School and Sixth Form College have praised their GCSE and BTEC students for their “determination and dedication”, reflected in a bumper crop of great results.
Headteacher Dr Lizzy Ford said: “We are especially proud of the many students who achieved their potential and exceeded their own personal goals through their commitment and unwavering effort. This is a celebration of the journey they have taken and the character they've shown.
“This year's results are a testament to the hard work and dedication of our whole Stourport High Family.”
Highfliers include Toby Minor, Maddy Andrews, Angelin Sebastian, Joel Stobbart, Chloe Webber, Dan Riches, Florin Hammerton, Beth Manning and Grace Smith who achieved an impressive Attainment 8 score.
Toby Minor achieved 2 grade 9s, 2 grade 8s, 3 grade 7s, 1 grade 6, 1 grade M2, 1 grade D2.
Maddy Andrews achieved 1 grade 8, 4 grade 7s, 1 grade 6, 1 grade 4 and 1 grade D*.
Angelin Sebastian achieved 3 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s, 4 grade 6s.
Joel Stobbart achieved 2 grade 9s, 3 grade 7s, 4 grade 6s, 1 grade 5.
Chloe Webber achieved 1 grade 8, 6 grade 7s, 2 grade 6s, 1 grade 5.
Dan Riches achieved 2 grade 8s, 4 grade 7s, 3 grade 6s, 1 grade 5, 1 grade M2.
Florin Hammerton achieved 2 grade 8s, 4 grade 7s, 3 grade 6s.
Beth Manning achieved 2 grade 8s, 4 grade 7s, 4 grade 6s.
Grace Smith achieved 3 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s, 3 grade 6s, 1 grade 5.
Head of Year 11 Scott Rayson had particular praise for determined student Max Evans, for whom his GCSE results mark a significant personal triumph.
He said: “Max's journey through secondary school has been far from easy, marked by significant personal challenges and overcoming periods of adversity.
“Despite these hurdles, Max's resilience, hard work and dedication have shone through, culminating in the successful completion of his GCSEs.
“His journey has been an inspiration to us all and his success highlights the importance of perseverance and the potential for students to achieve their goals, regardless of the challenges they may face.”
Headteacher Dr Lizzy Ford added: "I am incredibly proud of our students for their phenomenal achievements. Their resilience and determination have shone through and they have truly embodied our school values.
“It’s been a privilege to watch them grow into kind, respectful and focused young adults. Our vision is for every child to celebrate their own success and the success of others and seeing our students support and cheer each other on today has been a real highlight.
“These results are well deserved and open up a world of opportunities for them as they embark on their next steps. We are overjoyed that many of our students will be continuing their education with us in our sixth form college, while others will be going on to other exciting destinations at local further education provision, with some beginning exciting apprenticeships. We wish them all the very best for the future."
The school is part of the Severn Academies Educational Trust and chief executive Matthew Carpenter said: “We are delighted to celebrate the collective success of this year group, with an increase in the number of students achieving both English and maths GCSE. The success is a culmination of five years of commitment and perseverance.
“On behalf of the school and the trust, we extend our congratulations to all our students and their families for their support.
“As the students move on to the next chapter of their lives, they do so with a strong foundation built on academic excellence and a positive, compassionate character. I would also like to thank the staff for their dedication and guidance.”
