Outstanding GCSE Results achieved across Spencer secondaries
Spencer Academies Trust are delighted to announce another year of excellent GCSE results across its 8 secondary schools today with 71% of entries achieving a grade 4 or above in English and Maths and 51% a grade 5 or above, both of which are higher than the 2022-23 national average.
The percentage of pupils entered for the English Baccalaureate (those entering qualifications in English, maths, sciences, a language and either history or geography) has risen to 37.4% and the Trust’s Attainment 8 score has also surpassed last year’s national average, sitting at 48.2.
These results showcase the collective effort, hard work and dedication undertaken by Spencer students, staff and the broader school communities within the Trust over the past academic year to achieve such remarkable outcomes.
1,992 Spencer students from Arnold Hill, Derby Moor, Farnborough, George Spencer, Heanor Gate, John Port, Long Field and Rushcliffe arrived at their respective schools this morning to collect their results and are celebrating the rewards of their commitments.
On behalf of everyone at Spencer Academies Trust, we would like to share a huge congratulations to all our students celebrating.
The Trust also wishes to extend its gratitude to the parents and carers of our students and entire school community for their continued support throughout the year, which has been integral to their success.
Chief Executive, Paul West, commented, “We are very pleased to report such positive outcomes for our Year 11 students across the Trust. My sincere thanks goes to our staff teaching and support teams, and congratulations to our students as they celebrate today”.
Director of Secondary Education, Fraser Mitchell, also shared, “Congratulations to every Spencer student and their families for some truly phenomenal achievements. We know how hard they and our staff teams worked to secure them and I want to echo Mr. West’s thanks to every Spencer academy staff member”.
We wish all of our students every success in the future as they prepare to move on to the next stage of their academic journeys.
Academy Spotlights
Arnold Hill Spencer Academy
Arnold Hill are celebrating record numbers of students securing grade 4 and 5 passes for English and Maths, with 52% of students achieving grade 5 and 71% of students achieving grade 4. 26% of students also achieved grades 7-9 in English and 20% in Maths.
George Clarkson, who achieved six grade 9s, two grade 8s and one grade 7, shared: "I am really happy with all the support I have received at school and looking forward to attending the Arnold Hill Spencer Academy Sixth Form."
Sam Wyatt achieved six grade 9s and four grade 8s and said: "I worked really hard, and the revision sessions were really helpful and I am looking forward to the Sixth Form."
Zara Beecroft achieved one grade 8, three grade 7s and 4 grade 6s and shared: "It has been amazing at Arnold Hill Spencer, all the teachers are so supportive and have helped me grow into the person I am today."
Neetha Nair, Megan Taylor and Amelia Morris all achieved grades 7-9 across their subjects.
Megan shared: "The various opportunities on offer gave me a great chance for my future."
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George Spencer Academy
George Spencer are celebrating another year of results well above national averages, with 77% of the cohort achieving a grade 4 or above in both English and maths and a further 57% of students achieving a grade 5 or above in both English and maths combined.
Asha gained 10 grade 9s, including one in Further Maths. Many students will be welcomed back in September to continue their education at George Spencer Academy Sixth Form, while others will be embarking on apprenticeships and moving on to other FE establishments.
Nosa, who gained 10 grades, all above grade 7, commented: "I am so pleased with my results - I can't believe I got the grades I got!"
Luke, who is staying on to study A Levels in Music, English Literature and Sociology said: "I am over the moon at my results, absolutely ecstatic in fact, and I can't wait to get started in Sixth Form!"
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rushcliffe spencer academy
Rushcliffe are celebrating their best ever GCSE results this year! Nearly 90% of all students have achieved a standard pass, and close to three quarters have attained a strong pass in English and maths. Almost 30% of students have achieved Grades 7 and above in English and maths (equivalent to an A/A*). Over 40% of all Grades were awarded at 7 and above, and an astonishing 1 in 10 were awarded at Grade 9.
Hannah Al-Karmi, who achieved 6 Grade 9s and 3 Grade 8s said “I couldn’t be happier with these results. I’m very grateful for all the support I received at Rushcliffe, allowing me to shine brightly.”
Monica Stephen, who achieved an incredible 8 Grade 9s and 1 Grade 8 agreed, saying “Thank you so much to all my teachers for the support as I would never have gotten my results without their help.”
Heanor Gate Spencer Academy
Heanor Gate are celebrating with 70% of students passing their GCSE English qualification and 73% passing their GCSE maths qualification. Their outcomes in other areas are also exceptionally strong, with performance across the EBACC suite of courses suggesting fantastic progress made in comparison to the national data published from last year.
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John Port SpenceR Academy
John Port Spencer are celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results. Sol was over the moon after achieving grade 9 in all subjects taken: “I never really believed I would get these grades!” Isaac also achieved 8 grade 9s, 1 grade 8 and 1 grade 7 and Jack has secured an Apprenticeship after receiving the grades he needed to earn a place.
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Farnborough Spencer Academy
Farnborough are also celebrating with their Year 11's today. While the Academy is proud of all students, several Year 11s achieved very impressive results including Iaroslav who joined the academy last year with very little English and secured good passes in all subjects, Aireen and Daniel who secured 7s and above in all subjects and Xanti who performed exceptionally.