August 24, 2023 - 456 views
Following the excellent results last week for sixth form students at Ysgol Eirias, GCSE students have once again followed in the celebrations of outstanding results.
All subject areas of the school have again sustained high performance in their A*- C pass rate, despite the backdrop of post Covid recovery and alterations to specifications.
A and A* results were particularly impressive with many subject areas gaining over 40% A/A* including History, French, Music, RS, PE, Graphics, Health and Social Care and Welsh. Finance, German and Art gained over 60% A*/A.
An Ysgol Eirias spokesperson said: “The school is particularly proud to note that a significant number of students have achieved success despite challenging personal circumstances or significant learning difficulties over the last couple of years and is very grateful to the supportive pastoral system and the significant Additional Needs support offered.
“Many subjects have excelled this year, in particular subjects within Technology, Humanities, Business Studies, Science and Maths - where nearly a quarter of all Year 11 students gained A or A* in Maths and Science. Practical subject areas have excelled this year, where Music and PE continue to thrive with outstanding results, and Art, Textiles, Food Tech and Engineering students all collected excellent results.
“Despite the national picture, the school’s dedication to International Languages has been rewarded where French and German students have yielded excellent results. We are proud of the results gained by students following vocational courses, particularly our Construction course.
“All subject areas across school have reached high standards which will enable our students to access the courses they need to continue their journey - whether that be continuing in education or moving into the world of work. Of particular note is the success of the Skills Challenge Certificate where a very high number of students passed the course at a high level."
Current Headteacher, Mrs Sarah Sutton said: “It is with great pride that I leave the school with such positive results. The journey for these young people has not been easy in secondary school. It is a privilege to have worked with students and staff of such high standards and levels of commitment. I wish everyone associated with Ysgol Eirias all the best for the future.”
Ysgol Eirias was just one of Conwy's secondary schools reporting encouraging GSCE results today.
Cllr Julie Fallon, Conwy’s Cabinet Member for Education said: “I’d like to congratulate all our learners throughout the County on their achievements in this year’s GCSE results. I’m sure learners will join me in thanking their teachers and school staff who have helped and supported them throughout their school life.
“I wish all learners the best as they decide on their further education, training and future careers.”
