Students at colleges across Stockport will received their A Level and College results today.

Here are some highlights from the day, taken from our live coverage.

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'Outstanding' results at Stockport Grammar School

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Students at Stockport Grammar School have been praised for their 'amazing' results, and are looking forward to some exciting futures.

Tuguldur Zolzaya secured four A*s, and will go on to study Chemistry at the University of Oxford. Tuguldur thanked his teachers saying: "They really want you to get to your full potential, and you're supported and encouraged to apply to Oxbridge."

Three A*s and one A see Phoebe Ferris off to the University of Birmingham to study Psychology while Anna Collins-Room is studying English Literature at Durham University, also with three A*s and an A.

Amongst the school's future medics, Hamza Noman who is heading to Queen Mary University of London and Ayan Farooq were both delighted to receive an A* and two As.

Head of School Raayan Akbar is looking forward to starting his degree apprenticeship with accounting and professional services firm PWC. And Georgia Arthur is excited to start her degree in Computer Science.

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Local MPs congratulate students

Local MPs have passed on their congratulations to students across the borough.

Tom Morrison, MP for Cheadle, said: "Congratulations to all of Cheadle's students receiving their A-Level, T-Level, and BTEC results today!

"Great to see stellar results for pupils in the North West.

"Whatever your results, remember they don't define you, you've got plenty of time!"

Navendu Mishra, MP for Stockport: "Good luck to students in Stockport getting their A-level and BTEC results today!

"Whether you will be starting university, an apprenticeship, going into work or taking time out to decide your next step - be proud of your hard work and all you've achieved."

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99% pass rate for Aquinas College, with 58% A*-B

Aquinas College has announced a 99% pass rate for its students, with 58% achieving at least A* to B. In addition, 70% of Vocational grades were at Distinction* or Distinction grades with a 100% pass rate. 

Danny Pearson, principal of Aquinas College, said he was 'thrilled' with the 'amazing' results.

Mr Pearson added: "Whether students have done A levels, vocational subjects or a combination of the two, their results have been fantastic and topped last year's highest ever performance by an Aquinas cohort. 

"This is a fitting conclusion to the hard work and endeavour they have shown over their whole school and college career. The skills, habits and virtues that they have developed over the last two years with us, gives us great confidence that they will go on to progress into positive futures and careers.

"All of the staff and governors are very proud of their achievements and wish them the very best in whatever path they choose."

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Stockport Council sends best wishes to students

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Stockport Council has announced its congratulations to students across the borough who are receiving their results today.

Councillor Wendy Meikle, Cabinet Member for Education, said: "I would like to congratulate all of the students of Stockport who are receiving their GCSE and A level over the next few weeks.

"Well done, it's an incredible achievement for you all and one that I'm sure your families, friends and teachers will be extremely proud to be a part of. This is an exciting time for you all as you make your choices and take your next steps into education, vocational training or employment, and make your way in the world."

"Hopefully you will have achieved the grades that you required for your chosen career path, but if not, please do not panic. There is advice and guidance through your school or college and a range of options and support available in Stockport."

The council advises that if you've just received your results, and you're unsure about next steps, the careers information page could be a good place to start.

It's also normal to feel down if you haven't achieved the results you'd like. If you feel you need some support, the council suggests Kooth.com (ages 10-25) or Qwell.io (26+). These are online spaces with non-judgemental, anonymous help from an online community, as well as direct messaging with qualified professionals.

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The national picture

Nationally, results are up from last year - 27.8% of grades were A*-A, up from 27.2% last year.

82% of students have got into their first choice university.

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