Newbridge Students Shine on GCSE Results Day

This year saw a continued upward trend in academic performance, with the number of GCSE entries achieving grades between 9 and 5 in both English and Maths rising once again. The school’s Attainment 8 score* also increased compared to 2024, marking the second consecutive year of improved outcomes. 

Among those celebrating were Emily and Katie who both secured a mix of high grades across core and creative subjects. Emily earned a grade 9 in Art and grade 8s in English Language and Literature, while Katie achieved a grade 8 in Maths and a Distinction* in Sports Studies. Katie will go on to study Maths, Business and Accounting at Loughborough College, wand will also continue to train in badminton at a national level. 

Amelia, who hopes to become a primary school teacher, achieved grade 7s in English and History, alongside Merits in Health and Social Care and Dance. She is now off to College where she will study English Literature, Sociology and Biology, with a clear focus on early years education. 

Billy celebrated a strong academic performance, including grade 8 in Citizenship and grade 7s in Business and History. He will now study Law, History and Business Studies at College, building on his interest in social sciences and public affairs. 

Co-Heads of School, Mike Gamble and Mick Rowbotton, said: “We are incredibly proud of our students at The Newbridge School for their continued improvement in GCSE results, marking the second consecutive year of rising outcomes.  

“Their commitment and resilience have led to many personal successes, and it was a pleasure to celebrate their achievements on results day. Many of our students are moving on to further their education at a range of excellent institutions, including The Castle Rock School, Beauchamp City Sixth Form, and Loughborough College.  

"We wish all our students every success in the next stage of their journey and look forward to hearing about all they go on to achieve.” 

To all our departing Year 11 students, we send our warmest wishes as you begin the next chapter of your educational journey. Thank you for the many ways you’ve enriched our school community during your time with us. 

*Attainment 8 is a measure published annually showing the average academic performance of a secondary school. It is calculated by adding together pupils' highest scores from eight government-approved GCSE subjects. Scores taken from across a school year group are averaged to produce a school's overall score.