MOUNT Kelly pupils have followed recent A-level success with another outstanding set of GCSE results. 

39% of all grades awarded were A*-A, almost twice the national figure, and 90% of all candidates were awarded A*-C.

The school’s mathematicians performed particularly strongly, with 27% of candidates securing grades 8 or 9 in the new GCSE grading scale, while 10% secured grade 9, more than three times the national figure. 

Mount Kelly’s scientists also significantly exceeded national figures with 61% securing A*-A. Art candidates secured 64% A*-A, and DT candidates 54%.

Amongst those who performed particularly strongly were Freddie Williams and Alex McShane, who secured straight 9s, A*s and As, while Charles Barker and Ben Smith each gained eight grades at 9, A* or A.

Headmaster Mark Semmence said: ’I am delighted by these results. Once again Mount Kelly pupils have shown their mettle, and it is not just in the examination hall that they have enjoyed great success. 

’Whether performing in the concert hall, appearing on the stage, competing on the sports pitch, completing Ten Tors, securing their DofE awards, or serving their community, they are making the very most of the wonderful opportunities that a Mount Kelly education offers.’