Cromwell Community College students collected their GCSE results today.

Jane Horn, executive headteacher at Cromwell, which is part of Active Learning Trust, said: "We recognise another year of GCSE results at Cromwell where the majority of pupils will be progressing onto their first choice of Post 16 provision.

"We are pleased that over 80 pupils will be aiming to join Cromwell sixth form in September with others pursuing apprenticeships or college courses."

“This is after an extremely challenging two years of GCSE where pupils and staff had to work relentlessly to ensure that gaps in learning from previous years were addressed.

Cambs Times: Gracie Webb & Millie Rooney celebrating their GCSE results at Cromwell Community CollegeGracie Webb & Millie Rooney celebrating their GCSE results at Cromwell Community College (Image: Athene Communications)

"We have to acknowledge the commitment of students, staff and families who have to the hard work to support each other during this time” she added.

“We should also recognise that, often, the staff team around students do not merely comprise of teachers.

“There are many members of support staff who work tirelessly with individuals to encourage them and provide support to allow them to regularly attend school and lessons.

"There are many pupils who have relied on these staff members over the past two years.”

Mrs Horn added: "There are too many individuals to mention that have been successful; many of our pupils worked hard to overcome adversity during and following the pandemic and will rightly be celebrating today.

"Several of our pupils have been awarded the very highest grades and I’m delighted that their efforts were recognised in this way.

Cambs Times: Theo Willis & James Dunn celebrate their GCSE results at Cromwell Community CollegeTheo Willis & James Dunn celebrate their GCSE results at Cromwell Community College (Image: Athene Communications)

“There will also be many staff who will enjoy the outcomes of our pupils and will be delighted to see them celebrate.

"So often, many people have gone over and above expectations to support and help and I am very grateful for such a caring and professional team of staff."

Lynsey Holzer, CEO of Active Learning Trust, added: “I’m delighted for our Year 11 students.

"These results are to be commended, especially considering the way in which students have had to navigate the disruption caused by the pandemic.

“I wish them all the very best for their next steps. My sincere thanks also to the staff and families who have supported them throughout their Cromwell journey.”