St Peter’s Catholic College in South Bank, Middlesbrough, continues to go from strength to strength, ensuring pupils leave with the GCSE results they need for the next stage in their education.
Results were above the national average in English Language by 5%, by 10% in Mathematics and by 15% in Science.
Despite the rigour of assessments returning to pre-Covid levels, English and Maths results at the school have improved by an impressive 15% since 2019.
Pupils achieved top grades in English, History, Music, Maths, iMedia and Sport.
Headteacher Stephanie Garthwaite said: “Despite the disruption to their education, our pupils have embraced the challenge of this exceptionally arduous exam period with determination, resilience and maturity.
“I continue to be proud of every single one of them and have enjoyed celebrating their successes with them today.
“As well as achieving some outstanding results, our pupils have grown into well rounded young adults ready to carry forward our mission statement: ‘One faith, one family, one future’.
“I would like to thank the wider St Peter’s family for their ongoing support as our school community continues to flourish, and our staff for their commitment to ensuring every child has the opportunity to achieve their potential.
“I wish every year 11 pupil all the success in their next steps – and remember, you are always part of the St Peter’s family.
“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.
Email [email protected] and someone will contact them to discuss their options.

Ruth McGeary with Mrs Garthwaite

Former St Margaret Clitherow’s Catholic Primary School, South Bank, pupil Ruth McGeary has shown tenacity and worked incredibly hard throughout her time at St Peter’s and especially in preparing for her GCSEs and attending all interventions.
Today, she was rewarded with some outstanding grades, including an 8 in English Language and a number of grade 6s in her other subjects.
Ruth was absolutely ecstatic with her results, saying: “Using capital letters properly definitely paid off in English!”
She now intends to study Health and Social Care alongside Sociology.

Alex Clack

Alex Clack was unable to attend results day at St Peter’s due to playing hockey for England in Italy. However, he was delighted when his Mum phoned him to share the fantastic news of his results.
Alex is a conscientious pupil who has worked incredibly hard but is also very humble and shy and doesn’t like to be the centre of attention.
Today he achieved a number of grade 8s in History, Maths and RE as well as 7s in Design Technology, English Language and English Literature.
Alex, who was training late into yesterday evening, said: “I am pleased with my results and grateful for my time at St Peter’s.”
We wish Alex and England the best of luck in their tournament.

Chloe Hindshaw, a former pupil of Corpus Christi Catholic Primary School, has been an outstanding and hard-working pupil throughout her time at St Peter’s. She is an avid reader with a fantastic attitude.And her steadfast work ethic has paid off with amazing results.
Chloe achieved grade 8s in History and RE, as well as 7s in both her English Language and Literature and 6s in Maths and Photography.
Chloe intends to go to college but may now change her subject choices for A levels due to her amazing results, and is even considering becoming an English teacher!
Chloe said: “I am proud of my results and thankful to my teachers for supporting me with my GCSEs.”
Chloe’s younger brother, Jack, will join the school in September.

Throughout Andrea Iosub’s time at St Peter’s she has been a mature, conscientious and hardworking pupil.
During Year 11 she contributed significantly to the school family as a senior prefect and librarian.
She celebrates some excellent grades today, including grade 8s in English Language and French. She also achieved grade 7s in English Literature and Maths.
Andrea was incredibly overwhelmed and couldn’t quite believe her amazing results.
Andrea said: “I am ecstatic with my results and very proud!”
Even though the school is sad to be losing Andrea, her younger brother David joins the school in September.