IT WAS another great opportunity for reflection and celebration at Nailsea school this morning as students collected their GCSE and other Level 2 results, the school said.

The school has continued its upward trajectory, with this being the 6th consecutive year of improved progress scores and half of all entries in English and Maths being awarded a grade 5 or above.

All students have made strong progress, irrespective of their starting points with 22 per cent of all grades being awarded 9-7 (A*-A under the old measure).

Mrs Elliott, Head teacher, said: “It was brilliant seeing our community of students this morning collecting a fantastic set of grades, but it's important to remember that there are many narratives that sit behind each set of outcomes.

“Yet again our staff have had the privilege to work with students and families helping to transform the life chances of the students that collected results today.

“Within this cohort we have had students join us new to this country, where English might not be their first language as well as others who have had to show great levels of resilience to be here today collecting results.

“Irrespective of how many passes they are collecting and the grades they have achieved – I know these students’ journeys and I'm really proud of all students and staff that are part of #TeamNailsea and I look forward to hearing about their future successes.”

Amongst the students celebrating today many will continue at Nailsea Sixth Form.

These include Edith D who was overwhelmed with her 4 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s and A Distinction* in Health and Social Care and James R who opened his envelope to find he had achieved 6 grade 9s, 2 grade 8s and a Distinction* in Enterprise and Marketing.

Others students will be taking up apprenticeships in the work place, and studying further afield including Edwina W who achieved 7 grade 9s and 2 grade 8s with 9 grades being achieved in Maths, Biology, Chemistry, Physics.

To find out more about places at Nailsea School our Open Evening is held on 26th September 2024.