Consett Academy Creates History with Best Ever Results!

Consett Academy is celebrating the best GCSE results in the school’s history following another exceptional year of improvement across the Academy. 

This year’s results represent a significant step forward for the whole school community, with strong improvements seen across every group of students, reflecting the Academy’s commitment to inclusion and ensuring that every student receives the support and opportunities they need to succeed. 

An impressive 78.8% of students secured a grade 4 or above in English, with 61.5% achieving the stronger pass of grade 5 or above, furthermore, more than one fifth of students achieved the highest grades of 7–9 in English. In mathematics, 73.5% of students secured a grade 4 or above.  

Students’ passion for science continues to be reflected in their results, with the subject maintaining its strong upward trajectory with a total of 61.9% of students achieved grades 4–9, while the proportion securing grades 5–9 increased by almost ten percentage points. 

The Academy’s vocational subjects also continue to excel, with students achieving an average grade of a Level 2 Merit. These excellent outcomes showcase the strength of Consett Academy’s vibrant and ambitious curriculum, which provides opportunities for every student to discover their talents and achieve success. 

Based on historic national trends, Consett Academy expects these results to place the school significantly above national averages across all key outcomes. 

Speaking as students collected their results, Headteacher Mr Urwin said: “We are absolutely delighted to be celebrating the best results Consett Academy has ever achieved. This has been a fantastic year, with another substantial improvement across the Academy and success shared by students from every part of our school community. 

“These outcomes reflect the ambition, resilience and determination of our students, alongside the expertise and unwavering commitment of our staff.  This demonstrates the strength of our inclusive culture, the respect shown for every individual and our determination to ensure that every student can achieve their very best. 

Our Trust values of resilience, respect, collaboration, inclusion and ambition are visible throughout these results. They are not simply words; they are qualities demonstrated by our students and staff every day.  

“I would like to thank our staff for the extraordinary care, commitment and high expectations they have shown throughout the year. I would also like to thank our parents and carers for their continued support and partnership with the Academy. 

“Most importantly, I want to congratulate every one of our students. These results belong to them, and they should feel enormously proud of everything they have accomplished.” 

Among the Academy’s many outstanding individual performances were: 

- Aedan H – five grade 9s, one Level 2 Distinction* and three grade 8s 
- Safia M – five grade 9s and four grade 8s 
- Holly B – four grade 9s, four grade 8s and one grade 6 
- Maisie-Leigh R – three grade 9s, two grade 8s, one grade 7, one Level 2 Distinction* and one Level 2 Distinction 
- Alfie B – two grade 9s, three grade 8s and two grade 7s 
- Holly S – three grade 9s, three grade 8s and three grade 7s 
- Emma B – three grade 9s, four grade 8s and three grade 7s 
- Toby R – two grade 9s, four grade 8s and three grade 7s 
- Elliott M – three grade 9s, three grade 8s, two grade 7s and one grade 4 
- Edward C – two grade 9s, three grade 8s, two grade 7s and one grade 5 
- Eleonore T – three grade 9s, one grade 8, three grade 7s and two grade 6s 

These record-breaking results continue Consett Academy’s sustained journey of improvement and provide a wonderful platform for students as they progress to sixth form, college, apprenticeships and employment. 

Would you like to join our thriving school community? Following Consett Academy’s best-ever examination results, families considering joining the school are invited to attend the academy’s Open Evening on Monday 14 September, between 4pm and 6pm, to meet staff and students, tour the facilities and learn more about the opportunities available to help every young person succeed. 

CA GCSE Results 2026