GCSE results a triumph!

Lichfield Cathedral School is thrilled to share the exceptional results of its students in the 2024 GCSE exams, highlighting the School’s dedication to academic excellence.  Across all subjects, 45% of grades were 9-7, with 25% of grades 9-8.

Headteacher Sue Hannam expressed her pride in the students’ success: “These fantastic results not only reflect the hard work and resilience of our students, but also mark an important milestone as they move on to our Sixth Form.  I speak for everyone, teachers, support staff and governors, when I say that we are excited to continue supporting their academic journey and personal development.  We have worked tirelessly to ensure that each student is well-prepared for the challenges and opportunities that lie ahead in Sixth Form and beyond.”

Andrew Harrison, Deputy Head, added: “As a non-selective school, it is particularly rewarding to see students achieve such fantastic GCSE results, and their determination to reach and exceed challenging personal goals is both heart-warming and a credit to their strength of character.  These results demonstrate the exceptional quality of teaching we provide and the benefit of having a truly creative, supportive and happy learning environment.  We are deeply appreciative of the teachers, support staff and parents who have been integral to these successes.  Their expertise and commitment have played a vital role in guiding students to these remarkable outcomes.”

Key highlights:

• 25% of all grades were 9 or 8 (equivalent to A** or A*).
• 45% of all grades were 9-7 (equivalent to A**-A).
• 92% of all grades were 9-4 (equivalent to A-C).
• 100% pass rate maintained.
• Grade 9s were achieved in a wide range of subjects, including Art, Biology, Business, Chemistry, Drama, Design & Technology, English Language, English Literature, French, Geography, German, History, Latin, Maths, Further Maths, Music, Physics, Religious Studies, Dual Science and Spanish.
• 88% of students in Music Technology achieved either Distinction* or Distinction.
• Several students achieved all 9-7 grades, equivalent to A**-A) including: Zephan Rowe (eight 9s and two 8s); Jessica Wharton (seven 9s, two 8s, one 7); and Karla Usman and Libby Morton (both four 9s, four 8s, one 7).
• Harry Willshire in Year 9 who sat the GCSE exams in French two years early, achieved a fabulous grade 9.