In pictures: St John the Baptist’s College in Portadown enjoys another year of outstanding GCSE results

Principal, Mrs N Murray, shared her delight at this year’s results: “We are absolutely delighted with the achievements of our students. Their GCSE results are a wonderful reflection of their hard work, determination and resilience, alongside the dedication and commitment of our staff and the support of their families.

"We would also like to recognise the important contribution of our feeder primary schools. The strong foundations they provide in the early years of our pupils’ education play a vital role in helping our young people reach their full potential, and they too can take great pride in these achievements.”

St John the Baptist’s College is a truly inclusive school, welcoming pupils of all abilities and backgrounds. It remains committed to nurturing the whole child, ensuring that every young person is supported to develop academically, personally and socially.

This year, 100% of pupils achieved a minimum of five A*- C; 100% of pupils achieved minimum of seven A*- C; 98% of pupils achieved a minimum of eight A*- C and 97% of pupils achieved a minimum of nine A*- C.

Mrs Murray added: “At St John the Baptist’s College, we believe that education is about so much more than examination results. It is about helping every child to recognise their strengths, discover who they are and understand what they can achieve.

"Our students have developed not only as learners, but as confident, compassionate and thoughtful young people who are ready to embrace the next chapter of their lives and make a positive contribution to their communities.

"To our students, we want to say how incredibly proud we are of you – not only for what you have achieved, but for the people you have become. Your hard work and determination have truly paid off, and we wish you every success for the future.”