Students at Sawtry Village Academy are celebrating achieving a "tremendous" set of GCSE results.

A number of students were at the school to open their results today (Thursday, August 24), with several attaining top grades in their qualifications.

The Hunts Post: Moria Howard achieved several grade 9s in her GCSE results.Moria Howard achieved several grade 9s in her GCSE results. (Image: Sawtry Village Academy)

Particular student successes include Joseph Smith, Alex Ginn, William Deaves, Elliot Clarke and Moria Howard, who all attained at least 4 grade 9s (a high A* equivalent).

The hard work and dedication of Laura Dixon, Eleanor Spinks, Poppy Game and Jacob Edmett was also rewarded as the students averaged grade 8 across their complement of GCSEs.

The Hunts Post: Eleanor Spinks and Laura Dixon were among the top performers at Sawtry Village Academy.Eleanor Spinks and Laura Dixon were among the top performers at Sawtry Village Academy. (Image: Sawtry Village Academy)

'We could not be prouder'

Simon Parsons, Principal at Sawtry Village Academy, said: "We could not be prouder of what our students have achieved this year and how hard they have worked throughout their studies.

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"The resilience shown over the past few years has been remarkable.

The Hunts Post: Alex Ginn achieved the highest grade attainable in his Maths exam.Alex Ginn achieved the highest grade attainable in his Maths exam. (Image: Sawtry Village Academy)

"Their results demonstrate their academic excellence over the past five years, which would not have been possible without the dedication of our team of inspiring and motivational staff who have supported every student throughout their time at Sawtry Village Academy".

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Andy Daly, Executive Principal at Meridian Trust, added: "Many congratulations to our GCSE year 11 cohort who have performed so well in their exams.

The Hunts Post: Eleanor Spinks achieved grades 9-7 in all her subjects. Eleanor Spinks achieved grades 9-7 in all her subjects. (Image: Sawtry Village Academy)

"The achievements reflect all the hard work they have put in during their time at Sawtry Village Academy.

"The students are now in an excellent position to take their next steps into Post-16 study and beyond."