🎓✨ Top State Schools in Wales Shine Bright in GCSE Results!
Exciting news for students, parents, and teachers alike as the latest GCSE results reveal the top state schools in Wales. Leading the pack is the Bishop of Llandaff Church in Wales High School in Cardiff, achieving an impressive 50.1% of grades at A*-A. Closely following is Cardiff High School, showcasing incredible academic prowess too.
This year marks the second return to “normal” exam conditions post-pandemic, and the results are thrilling. While overall grades saw a slight dip compared to the last pre-pandemic year, 2019, there’s still lots to celebrate, especially in top-grade achievements.
The top 10 list features five schools from Cardiff alone, making the capital city a standout performer yet again. Additionally, schools from Swansea and the Vale of Glamorgan also made significant achievements, with Bishopston and Cowbridge comprehensives scoring high in their A*-C rates.
While numbers tell a part of the story, it’s vital to remember that exam results are just one measure of a school’s performance. Factors such as demographics and entry criteria can vary significantly, especially for church schools, adding context to these statistics.
For a deeper dive into individual performances:
– Ysgol Glantaf and Radyr Comprehensive both make Cardiff proud.
– Olchfa School in Swansea and Stanwell School in the Vale of Glamorgan are notable mentions.
– St Joseph’s in Wrexham holds its own among these academic titans.
As we celebrate this year’s achievements, here’s a toast to the stellar efforts of students and educators across Wales. 🎉📚 Well done to all students for their hard work and success!