Teesdale School is once again celebrating some excellent GCSE results.
The hard work of students, the support of their parents and carers, and the time and energy of staff have seen many students achieve a superb set of exam results which open doors of opportunity and allow the young people of the Dale to progress to exciting futures in further education and training.
A quarter of all grades were awarded at level 7 or above - the equivalent of an A under the previous grading system - with many students achieving level 8s and 9s, reflecting elite academic performance comparable to the old A*.
We are proud of every students who worked hard to achieve their own personal success story today, but some individual performances of note include:
Olly Hickey, who achieved grade 9s in history and geography as well as an 8, three grade 7s and two 6s.
Annie Lee, who achieved a 9 in geography, three grade 8s, two 7s, a 6 and a 5.
Rhianne Longmoor, who achieved 9s in food and nutrition and geography, alongside three grade 8s and four grade 7s.
Josh Sutherst, who achieved 9s in food and nutrition, English Language and physics and four grade 8s, two grade 7s and a grade 6.
Genevieve Twiss, who achieved a stellar three grade 9s, in English language and literature, as well as history, with a further three grade 8s, two grade 7s and a grade 6.
And finally, our top academic performer, Joseph Waldock, who surpassed even that fantastic level of attainment by securing no fewer than seven grade 9s, in biology, chemistry, product design, English literature, food and nutrition, maths and physics.
Speaking of his pride in his students, our Headteacher, Mr Zaheer, said:
"These results provide a platform for students to move towards adult life with a multitude of opportunities to explore their passions and make a real difference in their chosen field of study and future careers. We are very proud of all they have achieved and how they have conducted themselves in the process."