The Isle of Wight College, which will cease A-level provision this year, saw the highest A-level results in the state sector. There's been great improvement for Sandown Bay Academy too.
The school has also achieved significant improvements in results across a number of subjects including in Biology, Chemistry and Physics, with many results above the national average.
Four and a half years after Cowes Enterprise College went into Special Measures, it has now managed to work its way up to a 'Good' rating from Ofsted. Well done to all involved.
Ofsted's South East Director said schools like Cowes Enterprise College have managed to turn themselves around, but the Island is still not doing well enough for children who need extra support, such those on free school meals and those with special educational needs.
Last week the CP based their front page on a highly-critical letter they'd been sent by Matt Ford. Here's Janet Newton's response that she's shared with OnTheWight.