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Another strong GCSE year for Cardinal Newman Catholic High School
Cheers and celebrations were the order of the day at Cardinal Newman Catholic High School, part of St Thomas Catholic Academy Trust, as this year's GCSE students received a set of results that continue the school's strong, consistent track record for excellence.
70% of students achieved five or more standard passes, while 65% achieved this benchmark including both English and Maths – results that closely mirror last year's strong performance.
English and Science were particular highlights, with 68% of students securing a grade 4 or above in both subjects, and strong numbers of students going on to achieve the higher grades 7-9 across the board. 98% of students were entered for both English and Maths, underlining the breadth of the school's core curriculum offer, and every single student left with at least one qualification.
Helen Fay, Headteacher, said: "I could not be prouder of our students. These results are the product of real determination and resilience – young people who have worked hard, kept going through challenges, and backed themselves to succeed. Watching them open their results this morning and seeing that hard work rewarded has been one of the best parts of my year.
"What comes through so clearly is the character of this year group. They've supported one another, pushed themselves, and shown a real appetite to do well – not just in the classroom, but in how they've grown as young people. I know they are leaving us ready and equipped for whatever comes next."
Alongside strength in the core subjects, 58 students also achieved the English Baccalaureate, with 98% entry rates in English, Maths and Science, and strong performances too in Humanities and Languages.
Helen added: "None of this happens by accident. It's the result of students giving everything they've got, staff going above and beyond every single day, and families providing unwavering support at home. That partnership is what makes Cardinal Newman such a special place to learn.
"I want every student to know how proud we are of them – not just for their grades, but for the resilience, effort and determination they've shown to get here. Whatever path they take next, whether that's joining us in Sixth Form or moving on elsewhere, they do so with the skills and confidence to thrive."
2023
Students at Cardinal Newman Catholic School, part of the St Thomas Catholic Academies Trust, were full of smiles today as they celebrated some highly impressive GCSE results.
Overall, figures are up in almost every measure from the last set of comparable results in 2019, including attainment. 65% of all students achieved 5+ standard passes, including English & Maths, and an incredible 98% of all students achieved 5+ passes. 48% of students achieved a strong pass in English and maths.
Andrew Bull, (former) Headteacher, said: “We're absolutely thrilled with this year's GCSE result. They’re a testament to the hard work of our students and the dedication of our teachers. I am incredibly proud of this year group and all that they have achieved. The support that the staff have given this year group has been immense and they should also be congratulated.
“Seeing our students celebrating their results this morning was an amazing experience for all of us and it’s hard to say whose smiles are bigger – students or staff!”
Top performers at the school include the following:
- Olivia Mascibroda – Eight Grade 9s
- Ciaran Hayes - Seven Grade 9s
- Sean Hewison – Six Grade 9s
- Luca Fiata – Five Grade 9s
- Karolina Dabroska – Five Grade 9s
- Mollie Maguire – Five Grade 9s
- Jamie Tse – Five Grade 9s
- Adora ASEKOMHE – Five Grade 9s
- Liam Duffy – Four Grade 9s
- Elijah Watson – Four Grade 9s
All the students can’t wait to start the next phase of their educational journey.
Mr Bull added: “We are excited to be welcoming a huge number of students back to Cardinal Newman Sixth and wish those taking a different path every success with their journey. These achievements pave the way for promising futures, and we couldn't be prouder of their accomplishments.”
2022
GCSE
“The students at Cardinal Newman have not only pulled it off again, but totally surpassed themselves. The students have increased the grades from the last set of examined exams in 2019. We cannot forget that this year all these students have done an incredible job at the first time of asking of formal public exams having spent a significant amount of their senior school life learning online. I am incredibly proud of each and every one of them and these results each tell a story of overcoming adversity and resilience. Over 70% of all students achieved the Basic passes (4+) and 52% achieved the strong passes in both (5+) in English and Maths and 26% of grades were at the very top level of 9-7 which is an extraordinary achievement! The students now have the results that they need to take the next steps in their educational, training or work journey. We are very excited to be welcoming a huge number back to Newman Sixth and wish all those that are going on to pastures new every blessing. Cardinal Newman is a special place and seeing the students celebrating with their teachers, parents and each other was incredible this morning!”
