Students across Wrexham receiving their GCSE results!

It’s a nervous and exciting day for hundreds of teenagers across Wrexham who are finding out the results of GCSE exams.

Cllr Phil Wynn, Lead Member for Education said, “I’d like to congratulate all students on their achievements today.

“Teachers and parents have also played a huge part in ensuring this milestone was reached successfully and I pass on my thanks to them all.

“I wish you all well as you go on to further education, work or training. Well done everyone.”

Ysgol Bryn Alyn

Ysgol Bryn Alyn is celebrating its best-ever GCSE results, marking a significant milestone in the school’s history.

This year, the school has achieved unprecedented success across all core subjects, with nearly a quarter of the pupils earning an A* or A in Mathematics alone.

The results reflect a broad spectrum of academic and creative achievements, with standout performances in subjects such as Maths, English, Drama, Religious Education, Dance, PE, and Music.

Mrs. Slinn, the headteacher at YBA, expressed her joy and pride in the school’s achievements, stating: “I am incredibly proud of the school community and delighted that our wonderful pupils have achieved such fantastic results.

“Our staff work very hard to ensure pupils have all the support they need to succeed, and these results are a reflection of that commitment.”

Mr Gareth Jones, Head of Year 11, stated how proud he was saying ‘the results are testament to the Year 11’s resilience and dedication to their studies.’

The outstanding performance in this year’s GCSEs highlights YBA’s continued commitment to academic excellence and holistic development.

Notable outstanding performers included but not limited to Chloe Owens 10 A-A, Abigail Watts 10 A-A, Maisie Roberts 9 A-A, Lily Vaughan 9 A-A, Cai Brooke 8 A – A, Derren Howell 8 A – A, Kateryna Kolomiiets 8 A-A, Jayden Miller-Valentine 8 A-A, Isabelle Dillon 7 A-A, Jacob Holmes 7 A-A, Charlotte Bennett 6 A-A, Emily Nikolic 6 A-A, Elizabeth Blaze 5 A-A, Macy Waldock 5A-A, Elliot Woolrich 5A-A*.

Ysgol Rhosnesni

Staff and students at the city’s largest Year 11 cohort are celebrating another set of remarkable GCSE results.

Proud Headteacher, Andy Brant, said: “In my time at the school, this is by far the largest year group we have had sitting examinations.

“The logistics were huge, but it was all worth it.

“Seeing so many smiling faces and watching our young people enjoy their success has been quite moving.

“It is their day, they have done amazingly well, but as you’ve heard me say before, Rhosnesni students simply could not achieve results of this quality without the very best teachers.

“This mammoth year group has been quite superb and we must also acknowledge and thank our incredibly supportive parents.  They will be immensely proud today, and rightly so.”

A number of the school’s academic high-flyers achieved A* or A grades in the majority of their subjects.

Amongst Rhosnesni’s top performers were Matej Ondruch, Evie James, Lucy Jones, Susan Zhu, Otis Alston, Roua Alhijana, Leah Lewis, Sude Icer, Catrin Barnett, Endrin Veliu, Jayden Gillam, Kristiyan Pehlivanski, Samuel Griffiths, Victoria Gavendova and Lili Gonzalez-Lewis.

Chair of Governors, Peter Dodd, added: “This is yet another set of brilliant results for our school, but each year group is unique and special.

“I’d like to thank our staff and parents for making today possible.

“Most importantly, the governing body and I would like to congratulate all of our students on their success.  Your hard work and enthusiasm has certainly paid off.  Well done and good luck for the future.”

Ysgol Rhiwabon

This Year 11 was a cohort affected during Key Stage 3, by the disruption caused by the pandemic.

Despite these challenges, Year 11 students have achieved an excellent set of results and we are delighted for them.

The school has seen an increase in the number of students who have secured the highest grades A*/A across all their subjects.

Mrs Ferron-Evans, Headteacher, commented: “This cohort has worked very hard to secure success and we are very proud of them.

“Staff deserve a special mention for working tirelessly to support and secure this success, supported by the school governors.

“On behalf of the school and the Governing Body, I would like to take this opportunity to thank the staff, students and parents for their contribution to the incredible amount of hard work and dedication shown across a wide range of studies.

“The grades achieved provide certainty and opportunity for the future. As Ysgol Rhiwabon students move forward, supported by the school, the results will enable our young people to further their studies, or to enter the world of work, as confident and successful individuals.

“We wish them continued success and happiness in the future.’’

Ysgol Clywedog

There were smiles all round as pupils from Ysgol Clywedog picked up their GCSE results this morning.

Noticeable achievements include:

Nana Asubonteng 8A*/A and Distinction
Milen Georgiev 7A*/A and Distinction
Piotr Pietrucha 7A*/A

Acting Headteacher Miranda Cookson commented: “I am so pleased for these pupils; they and their families have worked hard to get some very good exam results

“It shouldn’t be underestimated how challenging this time can be and to see so many of them come though it with flying colours is lovely to see.

“I’d like to pass my thanks to their teachers and their families who have supported them, and I look forward to hearing how they get on with the next stage of their lives.”

Assistant Headteacher Andrea Jones said: “Around school in lessons or outside doing other activities, this year group were a pleasure to have around.

“I have many fantastic memories of them, it was great to see them recently at their prom and I know that many of them have wonderful opportunities at college and in apprenticeships or jobs to look forward to. We all wish them well.”

Ysgol Y Grango

Students at Ysgol Y Grango are celebrating their achievements in this year’s GCSE examination results.

The students’ accomplishments are a testament to their hard work, diligence and resilience during their time at high school.

Ysgol Y Grango noted that the academic attainment of its students has, and continues to benefit from, the caring and nurturing learning environment it provides, supporting its young people to achieve their best outcomes.

Head teacher Victoria Brown said: “I would like to take this opportunity to congratulate all our students and wish them all the very best in the future, whether that is enrolling on sixth form courses, securing apprenticeships, or places at college.

“I wish to commend the tremendous effort of our dedicated staff, who have worked tirelessly and acknowledge my appreciation for the invaluable support from the Governing Body.

“Furthermore, thank you to our parents and carers for the support they have provided throughout the time their children have been at Ysgol Y Grango.”

Maelor School Penley

The Maelor School continues to deliver some of the best GCSE outcomes in the country.

Pupils were celebrating at The Maelor School this morning as they picked up their GCSE results.

The results continue to be amongst the best in Wales with around a third achieving at least 5A*s and A’s.

Headteacher Simon Ellis stated, “It’s really pleasing to see the pupils achieve such excellent grades, it reflects their hard work and determination over the past five years.”

Deputy Headteacher Katherine Garratt-Smith said, “We have worked hard to demonstrate the importance of dedication and resilience.

“It’s so pleasing to see the outcomes when their hard work has paid off. Much credit should be given to their hardworking parents who have supported them and us superbly.”

Assistant Headteacher Nicky Preston added: “We have worked hard to foster a strong sense of belonging and community spirit.

“I’m so happy that they have done so well, not only in their academic studies but with supporting and encouraging each other.

“They are a lovely year group, it was so nice to see them all at our recent prom and now I want to wish them the best for their future, whether it is with us at our sixth form or in their jobs and apprenticeships.”

St Joseph’s Catholic and Anglican School

The young people of St. Joseph’s Catholic and Anglican High School have excelled in their GCSE examinations.

This year is also a record year for the school with another set of record breaking results for the school – with a number of subjects achieving their best ever set of results in the history of the school, with over a fifth of all GCSE results at A or A*, and a third of all pupils achieving 5 or more A*/A grades.

Amongst the happy pupils who collected their results today were 26 young people who each achieved more than 10 A* or A grades.

There were celebrations for a number of them who really did amass a haul of the very top grades.

These included Wiktoria Jablonowska (13 A* and 2 A’s), Nicole Corcoran (12 A* and 1 A), Rosie O’Brien, Ruby Williams, Abigail Segamwenge who each achieved 11 A*s and 3 A grades. Marco Frulloni (10 A*s and 5 As), Krish Lavan (10 A*s and 3 As) , Lilia Bourke (10 A*s and 2 As).

Magdalena Milczanowska, Nadia Andonov, Eleri Green, Jeslyne Simiyon, Eleri Spinks, Amelia Piorunowska, Lois Acton, Bartosz Lasek, James Meighen, Nikolas Slosaczyk, Zoja Biraga, Dylan Blackwell, Kacper Gzuit, Joseph Hannaby, Nikola Lotarska, Julia Maciejewska and Morgan Welsh each achieved 10 or more A* or A grades.

Headteacher Mr Wilkinson said: “We are incredibly proud of all our pupils – today is a snapshot of their success to date.

“We wish the whole year group the very best for their future education, and know that they move into the next phase of their lives with the skills and qualifications to succeed even further.

“The determination of the pupils, the commitment of the staff, and the support of our whole school community, is a recipe that continues to stand the test of time – and allows young people to reap the rewards.”