Students at Harris Academy Riverside are celebrating yet another successful year of GCSE results, with many achieving top grades across a wide range of subjects.

The highlights of today’s results include:

Science excellence: almost 60% of students achieved a grade 7 or higher in Biology, with 63% doing so in Chemistry. In Physics, three quarters of students gained grade 7 or higher, cementing Riverside’s reputation for strength in the sciences.
Creative success: 35% of students secured a grade 7 or above in Art;
Languages achievement: a quarter of students achieved grade 7 or above in French and more than a quarter achieved this in Mandarin;
English strength: more than a quarter of students gained a grade 7 or higher in either English Literature or English Language;
Mathematics: nearly three quarters of students achieved grade 4 or above, securing strong foundations for future study.

Many students also saw individual successes including:

Harry Montague who achieved five 9s, four 8s and one 7
Sofia Mulrone who achieved one 9, six 8s and two 7s
Raizell Trinidad who achieved eight 9s, two 8s and one 7
Collins Uzoma who achieved four 9s, four 8s and two 7s
Emim Hotic who achieved three 9s, five 8s and one 7

With top grades across the sciences, creativity in the arts, achievement in languages and strong performances in English and Mathematics, Riverside students are very well placed for the next stage of their education.

Executive Principal George McMillan said: “We are so proud of our students. Behind every number is a young person who has worked hard, overcome challenges, and achieved something they can be proud of. Many of our students have achieved exceptional individual results that will open the door to exciting opportunities in further education and beyond – we can’t wait to see what they go on to achieve!

”In light of these fantastic results, I would also like to acknowledge the impact which Andy Betts has had as Principal at Harris Academy Riverside. As he is now retiring, we look forward to welcoming Rachel Sofianos to the role of Principal and hope to see the Academy continue to go from strength to strength under her leadership.”