Spencer Academies Trust students celebrate best ever GCSE results
Students across Spencer Academies Trust are celebrating their best ever set of GCSE results today, with achievements once again above national averages.
This year, 72% of entries across the Trust’s eight secondary schools achieved grade 4 or above in English and Maths, while 54% secured grade 5 or higher. The Trust’s Attainment 8 score, 49.5, also exceeded the national average from 2024, alongside a rise in the number of pupils entered for the English Baccalaureate (EBacc - those entering qualifications in English, maths, sciences, a language and either history or geography), now standing at 43%, and the Average EBacc Point Score, 4.45.
These results are a testament to the determination and commitment shown by Spencer students, the dedication of staff, and the invaluable support of families and school communities across the Trust.
Over 2,000 Year 11 students from Arnold Hill, Derby Moor, Farnborough, George Spencer, Heanor Gate, John Port, Long Field and Rushcliffe academies collected their results this morning, celebrating the success of their hard work throughout the year.
The Trust extends its warmest congratulations to all students on their achievements and thanks parents, carers, and staff for their ongoing commitment and support. We wish every student the very best as they progress to the next stage of their education or training.
Chief Executive, Paul West, said, “Following the terrific Post 16 results posted last week, we are very pleased to share such positive KS4 outcomes for our Year 11 students. We are delighted to welcome many of our students that are returning to our academies as sixth form students, and wish all students the very best for the next step of their journey.”
Director of Secondary Education, Fraser Mitchell, added, “I’m thrilled with these record-breaking results. It’s a tribute to the hard work of all of our Spencer students and our fantastic staff who have worked so hard in partnership with them to achieve them. Congratulations, everyone!”
Academy Spotlights
Heanor Gate Spencer Academy
At GCSE, 71% of students achieved a standard pass (Grade 4) in both English and Maths, while 51% secured a strong pass (Grade 5 or above) in both subjects. These outcomes represent significant improvements on the academy’s already strong 2024 results and exceed national averages from the same year.
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Farnborough Spencer Academy
Staff, students and families at Farnborough Spencer Academy were jumping for joy today, as the Academy celebrated its best ever GCSE results.
Over 40% of students achieved a strong pass in maths and English, doubling last year’s score, and well over half achieving a standard pass. In both subjects, over half of students achieved a strong pass, and around two thirds achieved a standard pass, eclipsing last year’s results. Other subject successes included geography, history and languages, all celebrating significant improvements on last year’s outcomes.
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Derby Moor Spencer Academy
We are particularly proud to announce that a significant number of our students have achieved the key national benchmarks, with 63% securing a Grade 4 or higher in both English and Maths and 47% achieving a strong pass of a Grade 5 or higher in both subjects.
Principal, Scott Doyle, shared his thoughts: “It has been a privilege to welcome our Year 11s back to the academy this morning and celebrate their well-deserved successes. The results they have received today do not happen by chance. It is down to their hard work and the commitment of those around them to keep going, to ask for more and to dare to dream. As they step forward into the next stage of their educational journey, I am confident they will continue to achieve great things. I would also like to extend my heartfelt thanks to our dedicated staff, supportive families, and the entire Derby Moor community for playing an integral role in helping our students succeed.”
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John Port Spencer Academy
An impressive 79% of students achieved grade four or above in both English and maths, with over 54% achieving a grade 5 or above in both core subjects.
Commenting on students’ achievements, Laura O’Leary, Principal at John Port Spencer Academy, said: “I would like to congratulate all our students on a brilliant set of GCSE grades. They have shown remarkable commitment to their studies, and I am thrilled that their hard work has been rewarded today. Our wonderful staff do so much to ensure that all students are able to achieve highly, and I would also like to thank them for their phenomenal work. “Come September, many of our students will be continuing their studies with us as they join our Sixth Form to begin their A Level courses – we very much look forward to welcoming both familiar and new faces to JPSA and are delighted that they will enrich what is already a strong and successful Sixth Form at the school.”
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Arnold Hill Spencer Academy
The academy is celebrating strong GCSE results which compare favorably both locally and nationally. A record number of students have secured grade 4 and 5 in both English and Maths; 52% achieved a grade 5 and 72% of students achieved a grade 4. There have also been impressive gains at higher grades; 28% of students achieved a grade 7-9 in English and 25% in Maths. The excellent performance of students has also been reflected across a range of other subjects including History, Geography and Beliefs, Philosophy and Ethics, Art, Business Studies, PE, BTEC Health and Social Care and Music.
Executive Principal, Ian Simpson stated that ‘we are incredibly proud of all our students this year. Their hard work, dedication and resilience have really paid off. Teachers and teaching support staff have worked tirelessly to ensure the planning, preparation and delivery of the curriculum and outstanding pastoral support. We would like to congratulate all our students today and their hard work has paid off.’
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Rushcliffe Spencer Academy
Over 85% of all students achieved a standard pass (Grade 4) in English and maths, with close to three quarters of students successfully achieving a strong pass (Grade 5). The Academy is also delighted that almost 30% of students achieved Grades 7 and above in maths and English; an incredible achievement that the academy can rightly celebrate as a further improvement on recent years.
Head of School, Sarah Sismey said “We are very proud of this cohort of students. They joined us in the midst of Covid and have shown an exceptional amount of resilience in their secondary years. They have worked so hard for these outcomes, which are richly deserved. The support they have shown for each other this year has been incredible, and we can’t wait to welcome them into our Sixth Form, or to hear about their next adventures.”
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George Spencer Academy
This year’s results demonstrate strong academic performance across our full range of subjects, with many students achieving top grades and outperforming their personal targets. We are proud to be celebrating 77% of the cohort achieving a grade 4 or above in both English and maths and a further 56% of students achieving a grade 5 or above in both English and maths combined. Nearly 10% of all grades achieved are grade 9s and in addition to these headlines, the students have achieved remarkable outcomes in a wide range of their chosen option subjects.
Principal Helen Corbett said: “We are immensely proud of our Year 11 students. Today’s results reflect their hard work and determination to succeed alongside the dedication of our exceptional staff who have been there for them every step of the way. Every student has a unique story, and it has been a privilege to watch them grow, both academically and personally. We aim for every student to move on feeling confident, capable, and ready for their next chapter. This year’s results show the incredible things our students can achieve.”
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