Hard work pays off for Harris Academy Merton GCSE students

There were very happy students and teachers this morning at Harris Academy Merton as GCSE results were released.
Over 70% of students achieved at least a grade 4 in maths and English with 58% achieving a grade 5 in these core subjects.
Amongst the highest achievers in Year 11 are:
- Shahzain Imam who achieved eight grade 9s and two Distinction * grades
- Jemimah Ajrioghene who achieved nine grade 9s and one grade 8
- Mubeen Abdullah who achieved eight grade 9s and three grade 8s
- Thejaswani Tharmapalan who achieved five grade 9s, four grade 8s and one grade 6
- Ihtesham Rahman who achieved three grade 9s, six grade 8s and one grade 7
- Ehsan Chowdhury who achieved three grade 9s, six grade 8s and one grade 7
- Dawud Ahmad who achieved four grade 9s, four grade 8s and two grade 7s
Aisha Samad, Principal of Harris Academy Merton, said: “We are delighted with the results of our Year 11 students. They have worked very hard and these results reflect their dedication and determination. With these results, our students will now be able to continue their educational journey with confidence.
"Congratulations from all the staff at Harris Academy Merton and thank you to all our parents and carers who have continued to support both the Academy and their children to achieve such amazing results.”