GCSE Results 2015: South Academy and West Academy in Luton report ‘strong set’ of grades

TWO academies have reported a ‘strong set of GCCSE results’ among its pupils today.

The Shared Learning Trust said its South and West Academies saw an increase in the top grades for subjects such as Physics, Chemistry and English.

South Academy, on Rotherham Avenue, had a 15 per cent increase in the higher grades for Physics and Chemistry.

They also had a 27 per cent rise in Media Studies for pupils getting A*-C grades

South Academy Principal, Cathy Barr, said: “I am incredibly proud of our GCSE students.

“They have worked so hard throughout the year and many have given up their weekends and holidays for extra work and revision.

“Examinations are undoubtedly getting more challenging, but this year’s students have shown that hard work and determination really do pay dividends”.

West Academy, on Leagrave High Street, said the number of pupils gaining the top grades went up, especially in Maths and English.

Their progress was higher than last year’s national average and 80 per cent of pupils achieved A*-C grades in English, an increase of 5 per cent on last year.

Andy Hardy, principal of the West Academy, said: “Students and staff have worked tirelessly throughout the year and today the rewards have been reaped in the results gained.

“I look forward to welcoming students back to our sixth form in September.

“I am extremely proud of all our students and their achievements.”

Andrew Cooper, chief executive of The Shared Learning Trust, said: “These results reflect the hard work and determination being put in by teachers and students in all our academies.

“I’m incredibly proud of all that they’ve achieved”.