WARRINGTON's students have achieved GCSE grades beyond national averages, the council says.

According to the latest figures available, GCSE results for 2023 show that students have exceeded the pre-pandemic national averages for certain levels of attainment.

The data highlights that more than 68 per cent of all students passed their GCSE maths and English courses - with 46.3 per cent of students earning a 'strong pass' (grades 5 to 9).

Nationally, it was expected that there would be fewer top grades in an effort to bring results more in line with pre-pandemic results.

In Warrington, GCSE performance across eight subjects – known as 'Attainment 8' – is broadly in line with pre-pandemic performance.

Warrington Borough Council said: "Students sitting GCSE exams and formal assessments this summer have shown incredible resilience, and we celebrate their success.

"This year’s GCSE students have faced the disruption of the Covid-19 pandemic and the impact of strike action on exam year groups.

"Our schools have worked hard to minimise the impact."

Warrington Guardian: Cllr Sarah Hall has championed Warrington's GCSE results this yearCllr Sarah Hall has championed Warrington's GCSE results this year (Image: Cllr Sarah Hall)

Cllr Sarah Hall, cabinet member for children’s services, said: “Students collecting their GCSE results can be so proud of all that they have achieved.

"It is important that we celebrate the hard work of everyone – the students, teachers and families who have supported this process.

“GCSEs provide the foundation for future success in further education, training and employment, and in improving career opportunities for young people.

"These results show that our schools continue to equip our students with the knowledge and skills they need to reach their full potential no matter which path they choose."

She added: “We wish all of our students the very best of luck for their next stage of education or employment.”