High-achieving pupils at an Irlam secondary school said they are “proud” and “happy” that their hard work has paid off after receiving their GCSE results.
Students at Irlam and Cadishead Academy celebrated a successful GCSE and BTEC Results Day as the school saw a rise in the number of pupils passing both their English and maths exams.
The exciting and nerve-wracking reveal came after five years of studying for students in secondary schools across the city.
It marks the beginning of a new chapter in sixth forms, colleges, apprenticeships and the world of work for Salford’s GCSE and BTEC Class of 2026.
Across the country, the proportion of entries receiving the top GCSE grades has risen for the second year in a row and remains higher than before the Covid-19 pandemic.
This morning, students at Irlam and Cadishead Academy celebrated their successes, with the percentage of students who achieved a Grade 4 or above in both English and maths rising to 69%, with results increasing across the board.
Megan achieved a standout set of results, including five grade 9s, four grade 8s, a grade 7 and a BTEC Level 2 Distinction*. “I’m really happy. I’m so pleased with my 9 in Maths,” she said.
Meanwhile, Imogen said she was “really happy and so proud” after attaining two grade 9s, two grade 8s, two grade 7s and a grade 5.
“The hard work has paid off,” she added.
Joseph was delighted to open his envelope and see brilliant scores. He earned four grade 7s, two grade 6s, one grade 5, a Level 2 Distinction and a Level 2 Merit.
“I’m so happy with my results, especially with my Maths. I worked really hard for it,” he exclaimed.
There were plenty of other individual successes to celebrate, including:
– Kaysey, who earned two grade 9s, four grade 8s and two grade 7s.
– Sarah, who attained three grade 9s, five grade 8s and one Level 2 Distinction*.
– Jess, who secured two grade 9s, two grade 8s, four grade 7s and one grade 5.
– Leen, who celebrated two grade 8s, five grade 7s and two grade 6s.
– Liya, who achieved two grade 7s, four grade 6s, one grade 5 and one Level 2 Distinction.
– Vinny, who gained two grade 8s, two grade 6s, two grade 5s, one Level 2 Distinction and one Level 2 Merit.
– Jesus, who was delighted with one grade 8, two grade 7s, two grade 6s and two Level 2 Merits.
“I am so very pleased for our Year 11 students who are celebrating today,” said Chris Leader, Principal at Irlam and Cadishead Academy.
“They have all worked incredibly hard and have committed themselves to achieving their very best.
“With these results under their belt, they can proceed to the next stage of their education or into the workplace having set themselves up for success as young adults.
“It is always sad to say goodbye to a cohort of students who have contributed so much to the school, but we are all extremely proud of them and wish them well for the future.”
