STUDENTS at Shaftesbury School have been celebrating their GCSE results today, August 22.

Seth Young did exceedingly well, with all grades achieved being 8s and 9s. He was in school today to celebrate and open his envelope with friends.

Martha Dixon also achieved all GCSE grades at grades 9-7, achieving the highest grades in her Drama and English Language.

Chris Dobson achieved grade 9s and 8s across the board and the school said he looked ecstatic as he celebrated with mum, dad and his friends.

He said: “I am so happy!”

Students picked up their results today, August 22 Picture: Shaftesbury School

A school spokesperson said: “We have a number of the year group coming back to Shaftesbury School Sixth Form, some moving onto other sixth forms and colleges, and we have some moving off to complete apprenticeships.”

Head of school Stephanie Bowen said: “We have been so very pleased to be back in school supporting and watching our Year 11 students opening their results.

“A new chapter awaits them, and many will be arranging meetings today and over the next week with their prospective post-16 destination teams.

“This group of young people have shown incredible dedication and superb exam focus during the GCSEs after a turbulent start to their secondary school life.

“The majority of our students will be walking away from here today knowing that all of their efforts were worthwhile.

“Many students will stay on with us for sixth form, and to those moving on to other colleges or apprenticeships we wish them the very best for the future.”