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More than half (54%) of those passing maths achieved grades 7 to 9, as did approximately three quarters of students taking chemistry (76%) and physics (74%).

Claire Robinson, head at Holme Grange School said the year group will also go down in history for their success following the disruption they endured during the pandemic.

“With diligence and hard work, our pupils have been rewarded with an excellent set of results and can look forward to their next steps with confidence," said Principal Christine Cunniffe.

Nearly three quarters (75%) of all grades awarded were 8s and 9s, and nearly 90% were grades 7 and above.

Anne Kennedy and Katie Pearce, co-headteachers at The Holt School, said the Year 11s were a fantastic year group who worked hard from the get-go.

Mr Scott Yates, director of middle school at Blue Coat, said: “ are immensely proud of the results that the boys have achieved."