It's results day for GCSE and other level two students across the borough.

Students will be heading into their schools throughout the morning to pick up their results.

Stay tuned as we bring results throughout the day.

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'Amazing' GCSE results at Stockport Grammar School

Stockport Grammar School has celebrated an 'amazing' set of GCSE results.

A whopping 57 percent of grades are at 9, 8 and 7, and 19 percent of students achieved the top grade of 9.

Among those celebrating amazing results was Clara Zelhof, who achieved seven 9s and two 8s. Clara volunteers at Animal Club and plays as part of numerous musical ensembles including first orchestra and chorus. She is excited to study Biology, Chemistry and Music next year. 

William Jones achieved similarly high results, with six 9s and four 8s in a 'super set of results'. He's looking forward to taking Biology, Chemistry, History and Mathematics at SGS Sixth Form.

Meanwhile dancer Phoebe Fox will be studying Classics, Geography and English in September. Phoebe achieved seven 9s, two 8s and an A in her Higher Project Qualification. 

Nine GCSEs, including one 9, one 8 and four 7s, mean that quiz captain Arthur Maddison will be studying Classics, English and History during Sixth Form. He was happy that he got strong results in the subjects he is taking forward – such as his 9 in English and 8 in English Literature. 

Head of Senior School Mrs Sarah Capewell said: "Congratulations to our pupils receiving their GCSE results today.

"It has not always been easy for this cohort of pupils: joining the school during the Covid pandemic meant that they have had to contend with all the challenges that that brought. However, they have shown such determination and courage to achieve impressive results across a broad range of subjects, learning important skills that will benefit them in the future. I look forward to seeing how they continue to develop in their Sixth Form studies." 

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Priestnall School students 'make their mark' with 'excellent' set of results

Priestnall School is celebrating its class of 2025, who achieved a remarkable 65 percent pass rate of grades 5 or above.

Further still, a third of all results were 7 and above.

Rachel Howarth, Head of School at Priestnall School, said: "We are delighted with the strong GCSE results achieved by our Year 11 students and incredibly proud of each and every one of them. These results reflect the genuine commitment and perseverance shown by our students throughout their studies.

"I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to parents and carers for their unwavering support during the exam period, and to our dedicated teaching staff whose expertise and encouragement have been instrumental in the success of the Class of 2025.

"These results represent an important milestone for our students and mark the beginning of the next chapter of their Life After Laurus. Their achievements will support them to open the door to the future of their choice. We wish them every success as they embark on this exciting next phase of their journey."

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Stockport Council and MP offer support to students

Stockport Council offered congratulations, as well as advice for those who came away from results day a little disappointed.

"Good luck to everyone receiving their GCSE results today!", a spokesperson said.

"You've worked so hard to get this far

"No matter what happens, please know that support is available.

"If you'd like advice on next steps, our Education and Careers Advice Service is running a results helpline from 10am to 4pm.

"Call us on 07816 251 985 or email us at [email protected]. We're here for you.

"Visit Healthy Stockport for more sources of support: https://orlo.uk/WSj3h"

Stockport MP Navendu Mishra also said: "Best of luck to students in Stockport receiving their GCSE results today!

"Thank you to all teachers and school staff across Stockport for supporting students to achieve their best in their exams."

The national picture

The overall GCSE pass rate (grade 4 or above) is down slightly compared to last year, at 67.4 percent.

Jill Duffy, Chief Executive of OCR, has praised the increase in vocational qualifications.

"Seeing this diversity of qualifications, and the well-deserved celebrations of so many young people, is what makes results day so exciting – it's the highlight of our year as an exam board," Ms Duffy said.

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