Praise for Neale Wade students for 'overcoming challenges'

As many as 125 grades at grade nine and distinction* across all subjects were achieved by students at the March school today (Thursday).

Principal Graham Horn said: “There can be no doubt that it has been another difficult year, but the students and staff at Neale-Wade Academy have well and truly overcome the challenges.”

Standout successes include Laura Hardy, who achieved five grade nines, two grade eights, two grade sevens and two grades at distinction*.

Archie Carman was awarded grade nine in four subjects, two grade eights, two grade sevens and distinction* in two subjects.

Jack Day achieved three grade nines, one grade eight, two grade sevens, two grades at distinction* and one at distinction.

Graham Horn, principal at Neale-Wade Academy, has praised students for battling the challenges after they received their GCSE results. (Image: Active Learning Trust)

Gabriel Gritsenko also impressed with two grade nines, three grade eights, two grade sevens, one grade six and a level two distinction.

“Our staff have been incredible too and have ensured that our academy is always a thriving centre of educational excellence,” Mr Horn added.

“Their levels of commitment and dedication have been exceptional and have definitely contributed to our success.”