Students and staff at Launceston College, part of Athena Learning Trust, have been celebrating as they collected their GCSE results this morning (August 21) with another year of improved GCSE results.

Supporting 250 students, Launceston College's Attainment 8 score (a measure of how well students have attained across 8 of their GCSEs) has increased to 47.8 (from 46.0 in 2024). A record number of students have achieved a grade 5 or above in both maths and English (54 per cent - up from 51 per cent in 2024 and 50 per cent in 2023) with approximately 70 per cent of grades in biology, chemistry and physics, 50 per cent of grades in art, and 25 per cent of grades in maths, history and Spanish at grade 7-9.

The whole school community has expressed its pride in the students who have worked hard to secure some excellent results, many of whom are now looking forward to progressing onto their A Levels at Launceston Sixth.

Launceston College GCSEs
A record number of students achieved a grade 5 or above in both maths and English (Athena Learning Trust)

With all students achieving brilliant results, there have been some very impressive individual performances, as follows:

  • Charlotte C achieved all grade 7-9’s with seven grade 9s in English, art, biology, chemistry, physics and history and will be studying A-Levels in English, History and Psychology at Launceston Sixth before applying to study at Oxbridge.
  • Sophie D obtained 100 per cent grade 7-9 across all nine subjects before starting A-Levels at Launceston Sixth in maths, physics and further maths.
  • Evie D is celebrating all grade 7-9’s with 9s in science, English, French and history and will now start A-Levels in history, French and English before hopefully embarking on a career in law.
  • With 100 per cent grades 7-9, and 9s in art and maths, Maia D will study A-Levels in art, maths and biology.
  • Rosie K-W is excited to start A Levels in English, Spanish and art after achieving grade 8-9 in all nine subjects.
  • Ben L secured grade 9 in maths, biology, chemistry, physics and DT, with 100 per cent grade 7-9 and will now join Launceston Sixth to study physics, Spanish and English.
  • Holly M obtained 7 grade 8-9s and is excited to start A-Levels in history and Spanish.
  • With 100 per cent grade 7-9 across 9 subjects, with 9s in English, geography and maths, Charlie M will start in Launceston Sixth studying maths, Spanish and geography.
  • Keziah N who achieved grades 7-9 in all nine subjects, with a grade 9 in maths, English and DT: Food.
  • After obtaining 100 per cent grade 7-9, with 9s in maths and biology, and a distinction* in sport, Jaya Z looks forward to starting her A-Levels at Launceston Sixth in maths, biology and French.
Launceston College GCSEs
Many students will now be moving onto Launceston Sixth to study for their A-Levels (Athena Learning Trust)

A spokesperson from the college said: “Launceston College has been part of the community since 1409 and continues to offer a warm, welcoming environment for students. With fantastic facilities across the arts, sports, sciences and more, students are supported by a dedicated team who focus on academic success, personal development and mutual respect. The college is proud of its strong values and commitment to helping every student achieve their best, both in the classroom and beyond, so they are well-prepared for happy, successful futures.”

Mr Matthew Thompson, principal at Launceston College added: "It’s been fantastic to see so many proud and happy faces this morning. Our students have worked incredibly hard, and these results are a reflection of their dedication, resilience and the support of our committed staff. We’re proud not just of the grades they’ve achieved, but of the well-rounded, thoughtful young people they are becoming. It is also a really welcome opportunity for me to thank all of the staff who have supported Year 11 throughout their GCSEs and to thank all of our students and their families for working so hard to ensure they achieved their potential. Today is a celebration of their achievements and the bright futures that lie ahead."