It was the first time that summer examinations had been sat, but despite the disruptive pandemic years and the newly introudced tougher grade boundaries, pupils from across Preston and its surrounding areas have truly triumphed.
Following their impressive results these superstar students are sure to have bright futures ahead and we wish them all the luck.
Below we have collected some individual success stories from across Preston and Chorley, so take a look:
5. Freya Whitehead from Holy Cross Catholic High School
Freya Whitehead says she was "suprised" to receive five Grade 9s and three Grade 8s. She will study at Runshaw College next year. Photo: Holy Cross Catholic High School
6. Sophie Edmondson, Holy Cross Catholic High School
Sophie received five Grade 9s and five Grade 8s, and will study at Runshaw College next year. She said: “I did not expect a Grade 8 in RE at all so I was shocked when I saw that – and delighted! Photo: Holy Cross Catholic High School
7. Jada Noteman-Gayle, Fulwood Academy.
Jada achieved two Grade 9s and six Grade 8s, and will be going on to study A Levels in Economics, Psychology and Politics at Newman College. She said: “I’ve worked really hard for these grades over the last few years and I am so glad that my hard work has been recognised." Photo: Kelvin Stuttard
8. Bethany Hilton, Fulwood Academy (pictured with Kacie Heaps)
Bethany achieved two Grade 9’s, five Grade 8’s and one Grade 7, and is going to Newman to study Mathematics, Philosophy and Criminology. She said: “It is such a wonderful feeling to finally have these results and be able to go on to the next stage of my life." Photo: Kelvin Stuttard