Deborah Law, headteacher of St Patrick’s Catholic College in Thornaby, said the school’s results are a testament to pupils’ resilience and dedication to their studies, despite the turbulent secondary education they encountered in their five years at school.
She said: “We are proud of pupils’ individual successes and due to their hard work, they will now have a variety of choices as they move on to their post-16 studies.
“Many pupils achieved above their targets due to their sheer effort, determination to succeed and the support and guidance from their teaching staff.
“The class of 2023 are an incredible and unique group of young people who will always be part of the St Patrick’s alumni, and we look forward to hearing about their further success in the future.
“If any Year 11 pupils are interested in continuing their post-16 education within our trust family, there are limited places available for September at Trinity Sixth Form – part of the Nicholas Postgate Catholic Academy Trust.
“Pupils can email [email protected] or [email protected] and someone will contact them to discuss their options.”

Keenan Stenburge is elated with his strong GCSE results and relieved that all his hard work has paid off.
Keenan achieved above grade 7s in the EBacc – a set of GCSE subjects that include English, Mathematics, Science, Geography or History and a Modern Foreign Language. Pupils securing these subjects have a wide range of options available to them for further study and future careers. He also achieved a grade 8 in Religious Education.
Keenan said: “I feel overwhelmed with the grades I have achieved and they will open more potential career paths.
“I intend to go to college and perhaps on to university. I want to thank all the teachers for being helpful and supportive over the last five years.”

Mehtab Dhatt, who has achieved an outstanding set of GCSE results, has been a real asset to St Patrick’s Catholic College family over the last five years.
Mehtab is a very conscientious and hardworking pupil who demonstrated high levels of resilience in his studies.
He has been awarded top grades in Mathematics, Religious Education, Chemistry, Physics and Food.
Mehtab is excited to begin his further education in the field of Medicine, as he would like to become a dentist.
He said: “Thanks to all the teachers and my parents for supporting me, without them this wouldn’t be possible.
“My tip to other pupils is to never give up and always be dedicated to your studies.”

Sophie Speight, a former pupil of Christ the King Catholic Primary in Thornaby, was overjoyed after achieving a distinction in Sport Science, grade 8s in Religious Education and Geography and grade 7s in English Language and English Literature.
Sophie’s hard work and determination have set an excellent example for younger pupils and she has excellent opportunities ahead of her based on these results.
Sophie is currently volunteering at a local vets and wants to study further in this field.
She said: “I am really happy with my results. I feel as though the self discipline I have pursued has helped me reach these grades. Thanks to all the teachers at St Patrick’s who have supported me.”

Chloe Verill remained a conscientious and reflective pupil throughout her time at St Patrick’s Catholic College. These qualities, as well as outstanding motivation, have enabled her to reach her full potential.
The school is very proud of the grades Chloe has achieved, which include a grade 9 in English and grade 8s in Mathematics, French and History. With these results Chloe is planning on moving to study Art and History at college and hopes to embark on a career in Architecture.
“I am really happy with my results and hope they will open up more doors for me,” she said.

Obiajulu Agu is elated with his GCSE results after overcoming personal challenges over the course of the last year.
Obi arrived from Nigeria in September 2022 and continued to seek the support needed to help him reach his full potential.
He has achieved grade 9s in Mathematics and Combined Science, as well as a distinction in Engineering.
Obi is overjoyed with his results and hopes to continue his studies at A level in the field of science before going on to university and seeking a career in software development. Obi commented: “I don’t have any words to say! I’m really happy with my results and just want to thank St Patrick’s Catholic College for all of their support since I arrived here.”