GCSE Results Day 2024: Local schools across Birmingham and Solihull celebrate top GSCES grades

Today, August 22nd, marks a significant day for students across Birmingham as they receive their GCSE results.

The atmosphere was electric as students across Birmingham celebrated their outstanding GCSE results on Results Day. The city’s schools have once again demonstrated their commitment to academic excellence, with many students achieving top grades.

From early morning, students, parents, and teachers gathered at schools to collect the much-anticipated results. The excitement was palpable as envelopes were opened, revealing the fruits of years of hard work and dedication. For many, the day marked the culmination of their secondary education journey, filled with both challenges and triumphs.

Among the schools celebrating outstanding achievements are those under the Summit Learning Trust, including Cockshut Hill School, Lyndon School, and Ninestiles, an Academy.

Vince Green, CEO of Summit Learning Trust, said, “I am so proud of all our students for this fantastic set of results. Not only are they a testament to the quality of education that these schools are delivering, but they also demonstrate how hard our learners have worked over their time with us. These results reinforce our core belief in having the highest expectations of our learners and our staff members at all times. I believe that by securing high academic progress we afford young people the best life chances possible and allow them to positively contribute to the communities we serve.”

The Summit Learning Trust has reported excellent GCSE results, reflecting the hard work and dedication of both students and staff. The trust made exceptional efforts to ensure learners were well-prepared and confident for their exams.

Here are the results of some of the top students from Cockshut Hill School, Lyndon School, and Ninestiles Academy:

Highlights from Lyndon School

Lyndon School was triple-award nominated this year. The school was nominated in the Making a Difference - Secondary School of the Year category at the Pearson National Teaching Awards and for Secondary School of the Year by the Tes School Awards. The school has also been nominated for a National Diversity Award in the Diverse Company category, with results to be announced in October.

Here results of some of the top students from Lyndon School:

• Shfaa Qaiser: Achieved five 9s and five 8s. Plans to study Biology, Chemistry, History, and Maths at Solihull Sixth Form, aiming for a career in dentistry or medicine.
• Abigail Unlu: Secured four 9s, four 8s, and one 7. She will study Science A levels at Solihull Sixth Form College, with an interest in medical research.
• Tom Carlin: Earned four 9s, three 8s, and three 7s. He will study Maths and Computer Science at Solihull Sixth Form College, with plans to continue these studies at university.
• Isaac Fee: Received four 9s, three 8s, one 7, and two Level 2 Distinctions. He aims for a career in architecture or STEM fields.
• Mahnoor Qureshi: Achieved one 6, six 5s, and one 1. She has secured an apprenticeship in pharmacy.

Abid Butt, Principal of Lyndon School, said, “I am delighted for Lyndon learners and staff members, who have worked incredibly hard throughout the months and years that have led to today’s fantastic achievement. Our learners richly deserve this recognition and every opportunity that comes their way in the future.”

Achievements at Cockshut Hill School

Cockshut Hill celebrated its first-ever Good Ofsted rating last academic year. The school received the report following a successful inspection in June 2023, marking the significant improvements made since the school’s previous inspection in July 2019. During their visit, inspectors recognised the “significant progress” made at the school, which they said has “transformed” learners’ experiences.

This is clearly the result of outstanding teaching and learning, with the report stating that “learners are determined to succeed and… committed to their learning.”

Here results of some of the top students from Cockshut Hill School:

• Kitti Krisztian: Achieved grades ranging from 8 to 5 and will study Philosophy, History, Psychology, and Criminology.
• Ali-Shaan Hamdeen: Secured grade 9s in multiple subjects, including Maths and Sciences. He plans to study A levels in Maths, Biology, and Chemistry, aiming for a career in medicine.
• Zarin Tarin: Achieved two 9s, two 8s, three 7s, and a Level 2 Distinction in Engineering. He hopes to pursue a career in engineering.

Jason Bridges, Principal of Cockshut Hill School, said, “I could not be more proud of our students, who have shown real resilience and studied with determination to secure these results. Well done to them all and our very best wishes for the future.”

Cockshut Hill School also celebrated its first-ever Good Ofsted rating last academic year and saw its Principal, Mr. Jason Bridges, honoured with a Silver Pearson Award for Teacher of the Year in a Secondary School.

Success Stories from Ninestiles, an Academy

Ninestiles, an Academy, has also had a busy year, hosting the ESU Public Speaking Competition, where their learners made it through to the regional final. The school also received a Leading Parent Partnership Award and a Young Carers in Schools Award.

Here results of some of the top students from Ninestiles, an Academy:

• Marigold Adu: Head Girl and award-winning public speaker, achieved three 9s and all other subjects at grade 7 or above.
• Isaac Mohammed: Balanced his studies with a cricket career for Warwickshire, achieving grade 5 or above in key subjects.
• Tangina Akram: Achieved grade 5 and above in all subjects with an 8 in English Literature, boasting 100% attendance.
• Jacob Clifton: Passed Maths at grade 4 and received a level 2 Pass in Hospitality, aiming to become a chef.

Alex Hughes, Principal of Ninestiles, an Academy, said, “Congratulations to all our fantastic students, who are receiving their results today and preparing to move on to their next exciting stage. Throughout the many challenges of the past few years, their commitment, and the dedication of our staff, has never wavered. They fully deserve their success.”

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