Framlingham GCSE results: Students collect their results at Thomas Mills High School & Sixth Form

Staff at Thomas Mills High School & Sixth Form have been celebrating with their Year 11 students at they collected their GCSE results this morning.

A total of 168 students at the Framlingham school took their exams this year, with 74 per cent achieving grade 4 or above in English and maths.

Seventy-seven per cent of all grades were grade four or higher.

Among those celebrating was Oliver Downes, who attained four grade 9s and four grade 8s. He said he was delighted with the results.

“I’m looking forward to studying A-Levels at Thomas Mills,” he added.

Georgia Ingold, head of year, said: “I am so proud of the cohort.

“Their results are testament to their hard work and dedication.

“There are some exceptional grades at the top, but also some equally commendable personal achievements across the board.”

Headteacher Philip Hurst added to the congratulations, saying the students have made tremendous progress, achieved well and can go forward with confidence.

“I also thank the staff for their superb commitment and also the parents for their support,” he said.

“We’re very proud of our broad curriculum and option choice, which will open many doors in the future.

“We’re looking forward to working with many in the sixth form and not only look forward to more achievements but also further personal growth.”