Quick Links Close
Quick Links Trigger

Results and Performance

Results and Performance

A Level Success Stories: Bishops' Blue Coat Students Celebrate

The hard work and dedication of Year 13 students at Bishops’ Blue Coat Church of England High School has paid off, with exceptional A-level results announced today. A remarkable 76% of students have achieved A* to C grades, matching the national average. This outstanding achievement is a direct reflection of the unwavering dedication and hard work exhibited by our Year 13 students. Their commitment to learning and personal growth has been instrumental to their collective and individual success.

Performance Data

Mr Owen, Head of Sixth Form, expressed his immense pride in the cohort:

“I am incredibly proud of everything our Year 13 students have accomplished. Their hard work, dedication, and resilience have been inspiring. These results are a testament to their character and will undoubtedly serve as a solid foundation for their future endeavours as they go on to access a broad range of destinations. They have been an outstanding cohort in their commitment to both Sixth Form life and the wider school.” 

We are very pleased to celebrate the successes of those students who joined us from other settings for their Sixth From journey, they have really integrated into the Bishops’ community as student leaders, in sport and in drama, alongside the academic successes they are celebrating today.  

“I am so pleased with my results and glad all the hard work paid off!” Luke Gibson, Head Boy

"Outstanding achievements across the board"

Our students have developed skills for examination success alongside subject-specific knowledge across our broad range of courses.  We are very pleased that 55% of our Level 3 BTEC students received a Distinction* or Distinction grade (equivalent to A*/A). Our equivalent A*/A including BTEC meets national figures.  These achievements are remarkable in a national context where top grades are rising.  There have been outstanding achievements across the board, including Adam Gibson, David Freeman, Ruby Roberts-Nightingale, Oliver Davies and Emily Clarke who achieved a suite of A* and A grades.  Our students are moving forward into varied and exciting destinations including, University of York, University of Liverpool, Chester University, students going on to complete Degree Apprenticeships in Business and joining the Police Force. 

Miss Cairns, Headteacher, ‘I am delighted to celebrate the successes of the class of 2024 today.  They are a year group known for their ambition and commitment to personal achievement.  Every child I spoke to today had received results that unlock their destination of choice. They are also a year group known for their contributions to Bishops’.  They have been ambassadors and role models for other year groups and as they move forward into future destinations they will continue to inspire.’

GCSE 2024

Bishops’ Blue Coat Students Celebrate Exceptional GCSE Success, Ready for next steps.

The Class of 2024 have done brilliantly this year, surpassing all expectations. Almost three quarters of the cohort were awarded a grade 4 or above, and a fifth of grades awarded were a 7 or above.

These GCSE results are a testament to the students’ passions and interests, which have been carefully nurtured and developed throughout their time at Bishops’, opening doors to access post-16 courses. The school’s supportive environment and commitment to fostering individual strengths have empowered our students to excel, even in the face of significant challenges. Their achievements reflect not only their hard work but also the guidance and encouragement they received from their teachers, parents and carers and the wider school community.

Performance Data

Miss Sadler, Year Lead for Year 11 summarises another brilliant year by saying, “This year group has overcome so many hurdles due to the impact of Covid in their earlier years at Bishops’. Back in 2020 when they were in Year 8, they were the year group that were particularly affected by ‘bubbles bursting’ and contact tracing. Throughout their GCSE journey, my message has been for them to believe in themselves and to utilise the support around them. The result of their hard work and resilience is celebrated today and has been nothing short of transformational. It has been a privilege to work with this year group and support them on their journey. I am excited to hear of their future endeavours.”

Known - Bishops’ is proud to announce that a significant number of students achieved top grades of 9’s and 8’s across a wide range of subjects.

These results reflect not only academic excellence but also the strong work ethic and commitment to learning that our school community fosters. Of note are Food & Nutrition, Psychology, Chemistry, Biology and Physics all of which secured at least 90% of their grades above a 4 and furthermore at least 40% of their grades above a 7.

Iris Freeman awarded: English Language 9, English Literature 8, Maths 8, Biology 9, Chemistry 9, Geography 9, History 9, Physics 8, Psychology 9, and Religious Studies 9.

Joshua Jones awarded: English Language 9, English Literature 8, Maths 8, Biology 9, Chemistry 9, Geography 9, History 9, Physics 8, and Religious Studies 8.

Katie Holliday awarded: English Language 5, English Literature 7, Maths 9, Biology 8, Chemistry 9, French 8, Geography 8, Physics 9, Psychology 8, and Religious Studies 8.

Bea Wood awarded: English Language 9, English Literature 8, Maths 8, Biology 9, Chemistry 9, French 9, Geography 9, Physics 8, Psychology 8 and Religious Studies 9.

Leo Maxwell awarded: English Language 7, English Literature 7, Maths 9, Biology 9, Chemistry 9, Computer Science 8, Physics 9, Business Studies distinction 2*, Psychology 7, and Religious Studies 7.

Poppy Moore awarded: English Language 6, English Literature 9, Maths 7, Biology 8, Chemistry 7, Geography 8, Physics 7, Art 7, Design and Technology 7, and Religious Studies 8.

Nurtured - demonstrating remarkable adaptability and academic prowess.

We are especially proud to recognise the outstanding achievements of several students from Hong Kong and Ukraine, who joined Bishops’ midway through their school journey. Despite the challenges of adapting to a new country and educational system, these students have excelled in their GCSEs, demonstrating remarkable adaptability and academic prowess.

Pak Yui Donald Kwong awarded: English Language 5, English Literature 6, Maths 9, Biology 8, Chemistry 9, Chinese 9, Geography 7, Physics 9, and Religious Studies 6.

Tin Wan Jacob Chan awarded: English Language 6, English Literature 5, Maths 8, Biology 8, Chemistry 9, Chinese 9, Computer Science 8, Geography 7, German 9, Physics 8, and Religious Studies 6.

Archie Tsui awarded: English Language 7, English Literature 7, Maths 9, Biology 8, Chemistry 9, Chinese 9, Geography 8, Physics 8, Business Studies M2, ICT P2, and Religious Studies 6.

Diana Shemchuk awarded: English Language 3, English Literature 3, Maths 9, Biology 6, Chemistry 7, Computer Science 5, Physics 7, Design and Technology 6, and Religious Studies 3.

Ivan Kosenko awarded: English Language 5, English Literature 4, Maths 8, Geography 8, Combined Science 9-8, Business Studies P2, Physical Education 5, and Religious Studies 5.

Inspired - exceptional progress and achieved exceptional results

High grades and incredible progress are equally worthy, indeed, a few pupils who have made exceptional progress and achieved exceptional results.

Ben Williams awarded: English Language 5, English Literature 6, Maths 6, Geography 7, History 8, Science Double Award 8-7, Food and Nutrition 7, and Religious Studies 7. 

Holly Wilkins awarded: English Language 7, English Literature 8, Maths 6, Geography 7, Science Double Award 8-8, Food and Nutrition 8, Physical Education 6, and Religious Studies 6. 

Dylan Wilson awarded: English Language 7, English Literature 7, Maths 6, History 9, Science Double Award 8 -7, Business Studies M2, Food and Nutrition 8, and Religious Studies 8. 

Isla Anstey awarded: English Language 4, English Literature 4, Maths 5, Geography 5, Science Double Award 5 – 5, Food and Nutrition 6, Photography 6, and Religious Studies 4. 

Amberley Orriss awarded: English Language 5, English Literature 5, Maths 5, Geography 7, Science Double Award 7 – 7, Art 6, and Religious Education 8. 

Looking ahead

Image

Image

Many of our students will continue their educational journey at Bishops’ Sixth Form while other have secured places at colleges and apprenticeship programmes. Wherever their paths lead, we are confident that they are well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead.

Headteacher, Helen Cairns praised the students’ achievement, stating, “The individual and collective achievements of the class of 2024 are even more special, when we consider the impact, the pandemic had on their learning. Every single grade for every child is an achievement. Their resilience and determination to succeed shines through these results.  They have been a year group that have embraced the support of each other, as well as that of their teachers.  This morning there was such a sense of collective pride and celebration at Bishops’.  

Once again, we congratulate the Class of 2024 on their remarkable achievements and wish them the very best as they embark on their next chapter.  Students who are interested in joining us for Sixth Form in September 2024 are welcomed to get in touch, please email sixthform@bishopschester.co.uk   

About Our School

Curriculum

Enrichment

Admissions

Keep up with the latest news from Bishops’
Follow our social channels @BishopsHigh