Students and staff at Lift Bexleyheath are celebrating today as young people receive their GCSE and vocational results.

After years of hard work, students are seeing the results of their efforts and making plans for their next steps, whether that is A-levels, vocational or technical education. Teachers and staff are also celebrating alongside them as the school community comes together to mark this important moment.

Throughout the year, the school has provided students with additional support, helping students feel prepared for their exams and confident about their future choices. This has included:

private one-to-one tuition;
Saturday booster sessions in mathematics and english;
impartial careers advice to help students decide on the best options for further education, including weekly careers talks to motivate and inspire students;
additional curriculum time outside of lessons to run group study sessions;
a range of practice examinations to provide feedback to students to support continued improvement; and
mentoring to students through Innerscope which supported the most disadvantaged to work towards a career of their choice.

Many students have now secured the grades they need to continue their studies through A levels, vocational courses, apprenticeships or other routes. Amongst Lift Bexleyheath’s success stories:

Javid W achieved seven grade 9s, a grade 8 and a grade 7. Javid will be going on to St Olaves Grammar School to study A-levels.
Temilolaoluwa O achieved a Distinction, a Distinction* and six grade 9s and a grade 8. Temi will be studying A-levels at Lift Bexleyheath Sixth Form.
Andrea U achieved four grade 9s, three grade 8s and a grade 7. Andrea will be studying A-levels at Lift Bexleyheath Sixth Form.
Ifedayo F achieved a Distinction*, three grade 9s, two grade 8s and two grade 7s. Ife will be going on to study A-levels at Cadbury Sixth Form College Birmingham.
Adi D achieved a Distinction*, three grade 9s and four grade 8s. Adi will be going on to study A-levels at Harris Westminster.

Principal at Lift Bexleyheath, Rubeka Luthfa , said of the students’ success:

“We are incredibly proud of what our students have achieved. These are the best results in the history of our school, and they are a testament to the determination of our students, the dedication of our staff and the support of our families.

“We congratulate everyone who has contributed to this remarkable achievement. The results represent another important chapter in the school’s history, and the whole school community looks forward to building on this achievement in the years ahead.

“While specific results are not being disclosed at this time, the overall outcome is a source of great pride and marks an important moment in the school’s development. The achievement demonstrates the continued commitment of the school to providing an environment in which every student can strive for success.”

“Today is a real right of passage for our students and their families, and we are incredibly proud of the hard work they have put in and the results they have achieved. I would also like to thank our brilliant staff for the support and encouragement they have given our students. It has been a joy to see them celebrate today, and we look forward to seeing what they go on to do next.”

Regional Education Director at Lift Schools, Hannah Fahey said:

“These results open the door to the next stage of our students’ lives, and it’s wonderful to see so many moving on to the opportunities they have worked so hard to achieve. Whether they are progressing to sixth form, college, an apprenticeship or employment, we know they leave Lift Bexleyheath with the knowledge, skills and confidence to succeed. We wish every one of them the very best for the future.”

Rebecca Boomer-Clark, CEO of Lift Schools, said:

“GCSE results day is an important milestone, but it is only the beginning. Today’s students are tomorrow’s teachers, engineers, carers, entrepreneurs and community leaders, and we are incredibly proud of everything they have achieved. I would also like to thank colleagues across Lift Bexleyheath for the commitment, expertise and encouragement they show our young people every day. We wish every student every success as they take the next step in their education, training or career.”