Following last week’s A Level results, students and staff at Accrington Academy are celebrating again today as GCSE qualifications are awarded.

Amongst those celebrating today are:

• Maya Yaqub, who achieved six grade 9s, two grade 8s, one grade 7 and one grade 6;
• Ben Haken, who achieved one Level 2 Distinction*, five grade 9s and four grade 8s;
• Haniya Yasin, who achieved four grade 9s, three grade 8s, two grade 7s and one grade 6;
• Farhaan Matloob, who achieved one Level 2 Distinction*, two grade 9s, one grade 8, four grade 7s and one grade 6;
• Oliver Dickinson, who achieved two Level 2 Distinction*s, two grade 8s, three grade 7s and two grade 6s;
• Mohsin Zaheer, who achieved one Level 2 Distinction*, one grade 9, one grade 8, five grade 7s, one grade 6 and one grade 5;
• Lily Carter, who achieved two Level 2 Distinction*s, three grade 7s, four grade 6s and one grade 5.

Speaking about her achievements, Lily said:

"I am really pleased with my results and I'm looking forward to starting my engineering apprenticeship with British Aerospace. Thank you to all of my teachers for supporting me over the years."

Ben added:

"I feel amazing - I’m very proud of myself. In September, I will continue my studies by taking A Levels in biology, physics, psychology, and physical education."

Mohsin was similarly pleased with his results. He said:

"It was a bumpy road, but all of my teachers believed in me every step of the way. I'm thrilled with my results, particularly my chemistry result (thanks to Mrs Baillie). I will be attending Sixth Form at Accrington Academy and can't wait to begin my new journey."

Jamie Peel, Principal at Accrington Academy, said:  

“Well done to all students celebrating their achievements at GCSE today. Given the disruption they too faced due to the pandemic, students should be particularly proud of themselves and the resilience they have shown throughout their studies. These qualifications will allow students to take their next steps into further education and beyond, setting them up for successful futures. I wish everyone all the very best and look forward to welcoming many of our students back for Sixth Form, where I am sure they will continue to show the same admirable commitment to their learning.”