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Academy 360 students celebrate success after challenging two years

After facing disruption to their education over the past two years, Year 11 students at  Academy 360 have seen success in their GCSEs and Level 2 qualifications. Students have  dealt with multiple lockdowns and learning from home, as well as many being forced to  isolate. Despite this, they have shown resilience throughout, working hard despite  uncertainty and changes to the way they were assessed. 

The teacher assessed grades accurately reflect the performance of pupils, after going  through a robust external moderation process. Staff and students have both worked hard to  adapt to new ways of working and learning, and staff have been dedicated in their support,  ensuring every student can achieve their goals and potential. 

Ben Sawyers will be attending Southmoor Sixth Form to study Biology, Chemistry and  Maths after achieving 10 GCSEs Grade 5+ including Grade 8 in Geography, Maths and  Science! Congratulations on your excellent results. Tamzin Young achieved Grade 9 in  English Language, English Literature and Maths; Grade 8 in History and Science;  Distinction* in Business and iMedia. Tamzin is planning to attend Gosforth High to study  English Literature, Psychology and Law. Faith Wilson will be attending Bede College to  study Health and Social Care after achieving 8 GCSEs Grade 5+ including Grade 8 in  English Language! Congratulations on an excellent achievement. 

Academy 360 Principal, Rachel Donohue said ‘I would like to commend the excellent  work of students and staff during the last year – it has been nothing short of inspirational.  Despite the challenges of the pandemic, our students have engaged well and deserve to  celebrate their success which is testament to their hard work and determination.’ 

Ian Simpson, CEO of Laidlaw Schools Trust said, ‘Students at Academy 360 have  worked incredibly hard during a difficult year and we are very proud of what they have  achieved. Our students are progressing on to A Levels and Level 3 courses at Sixth  Form and College and we are delighted that they have secured the grades to be able to  take the next steps in their education.’  

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