17% of exams were awarded the very top grade of a 9 and over a quarter of all results were either A* or the equivalent (9 and 8) – the best figures ever for the very top grade.
The Principal says today’s results are testament to the dedication, talent and positive attitudes of the students, supported by their teachers and parents.
The secondary school in Sandown says many of the targets set for Year 11 students have been met this year, with improvements on last year for 18 of the 24 subjects studied.
The Executive Principal explained that despite the challenges, many youngsters have been successful and there are many personal triumphs across the ability range.
The latest Education Policy Institute report ranks the Isle of Wight with the largest academic attainment gap between those at GCSE level who are on Free School Meals and those who are not.
The Isle of Wight council say due to changes in grading this year, the ability to fairly compare results with past years is challenging. However; early indications from schools suggest the underlying trend in outcomes will be stronger than previous years.
It's Executive head teacher, Peter Shaw's, my last GCSE results day in the UK. He tells OnTheWight he's very proud to leave the learning community on such a positive note.