Topping the tables for new GCSE measures

Revised results also show that 70.9% (ranked 19th out of 151) of students in Southend-on-Sea achieved grade 4 or above in English & maths combined compared to 63.9% nationally. Grade 4 is the threshold considered to be a ‘standard pass’ by the DfE and the bottom of this grade aligns with the bottom of the previous C grade. In 2016, 69% of students achieved C or above in both English and maths compared to 63% nationally.  

Cllr James Courtenay, Executive Councillor for Children and Learning, said: “These are yet again outstanding overall results for the Borough and I am very pleased that the hard work and commitment of students, teachers and their families are paying dividends. They should all be rightly proud of their achievements. The results show how our schools are continuing to improve in maths and English, which are so important for work, training or further education.   “We will continue to work hard with all local schools, parents and pupils to support them and build on these achievements long into the future.

This commitment also extends to constructive partnership working and discussions through the Education Board with those local schools and academy trusts that do face challenges.”