Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls Celebrates Another Outstanding Year of GCSE Success

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls (WPG) is delighted to announce another exceptional set of GCSE results for 2026, marking the third consecutive year of strong academic success and reinforcing the school's commitment to excellence, aspiration, and achievement.

In a national landscape that continues to evolve following post-pandemic adjustments, WPG students have once again risen to the challenge, delivering results that reflect their determination, resilience, and hard work, alongside the unwavering dedication of staff and support from families.

This year's results highlight outstanding achievement across a wide range of subjects, with particularly impressive outcomes in English, Mathematics, Science and French.

Key highlights include:

• 75% of students achieved a strong pass (Grade 5+) in GCSE English
• GCSE Mathematics success surges, with increased numbers of students achieving high Grades 6+ and 7+
• 38% of students achieved Grade 7 or above in English
• 74% achieved Grade 7+, 53% Grade 8+ in GCSE Chemistry
• 58% achieved Grade 7 or above, 37% Grade 8+ in GCSE French
• 57% achieved Grade 6+ in Citizenship
• 51% achieved Grade 6+ in Geography

Although Progress 8 measures are not being published this year, the school's internal analysis demonstrates continued strong progress and achievement across the cohort, with students consistently performing above expectations.

The results reflect WPG's continued focus on high standards, inclusion and ensuring every student can fulfil their potential. Across the year group, students secured excellent grades, with many achieving outcomes significantly above national expectations.

We are particularly proud of the progress made by key student groups, our commitment to excellence, equity, ambition, and personalised support.

These results are the product of years of hard work, resilience, and determination, supported by dedicated staff and families who have encouraged our students every step of the way. At Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls, we believe in the potential of every young person, and today's results are testament to what can be achieved through ambition, resilience, commitment, and excellence. We look forward to seeing our students flourish in the next stage of their educational journey.

We congratulate every student on their achievements and look forward to another successful academic year ahead.

Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls Celebrates Outstanding GCSE Success!

Today we celebrate the achievements of our students with our second round of GCSE results. Once again, we are very proud of how our students have exceeded expectations in a number of subject areas.

We have achieved excellent outcomes again this year in English with over 81% achieving a strong pass at Grade 5 in GCSE English Literature and 30% at Grade 7 and above. Other standout achievements include 46% of students achieving Grade 7 and above in GCSE Citizenship and 43% of students achieving Grade 7 and above in GCSE French.

Whilst there is no P8 measure this year, our results analysis shows that we are once again above national performance with 70% of students achieving 4+ in GCSE Maths and 78% in GCSE English Language and 90% in English in GCSE English Literature.

Our continued drive for excellence and high achievement is reflected again this year in the achievements of some of our highest performing students.

Ms L Williams, Headteacher, commented:

"I am incredibly proud of our students and the outstanding results that they have achieved this year. These outcomes are a testament to their resilience, ambition and the unwavering support of our dedicated staff and families. We remain committed to nurturing excellence and ensuring every student is empowered to reach their full potential. Congratulations to all!"

We have so much to celebrate with our students, families and staff. Our results today are a combination of hard work and dedication. As a school, we are committed to the success of every member of our school community and we are excited about the new academic year ahead.

The following students achieved at least six subjects at Grade 7 and above:

• Oluwaseyifunmi A – 7 Grade 9s and 1 Grade 8
• Reina-Sofia O– 3 Grade 9s, 4 Grade 8s and 1 Grade 7
• Temitayo B– 5 Grade 9s, 1 Grade 8 and 1 Grade 7
• Oreoluwa A - 4 Grade 9s, 1 Grade 8 and 2 Grade 7
• Isra M – 4 Grade 9s and 3 Grade 7s
• Sharon A– 3 Grade 9s, 3 Grade 8s and 2 Grade 7s
• Samiya Z – 1 Grade 9 and 6 Grade 8s
• Elisha U – 2 Grade 9s, 4 Grade 8s and 2 Grade 7s
• Fiona-May L– 3 Grade 9s, 3 Grade 8s and 3 Grade 7s
• Shakirat A – 2 Grade 9s, 3 Grade 8s and 2 Grade 7s
• Victoria S – 3 Grade 9s, 2 Grade 8s and 3 Grade 7s
• Tatyana W – 4 Grade 8s and 3 Grade 7s
• Oluwasemilore O – 5 Grade 8s and 3 Grade 7s
• Joanne E – 1 Grade 9, 2 Grade 8s and 4 Grade 7s
• Inaayah M – 2 Grade 9s, 1 Grade 8 and 4 Grade 7s
• Ziyue H – 2 Grade 9s and 4 Grade 7s

A Message from the CEO - Celebrating GCSE Results Across PolyMAT

Today marks a proud moment for our Trust as we celebrate GCSE Results Day across both Woolwich Polytechnic School for Boys and Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls.

This is a day to recognise the hard work, resilience, and achievements of our students, and to thank our dedicated staff and supportive families who have helped guide them to this milestone.

To every student receiving their results today: we are incredibly proud of you. Your commitment and determination have brought you here, and we look forward to seeing where your journey takes you next.

We are especially excited to welcome students from Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls into Woolwich Polytechnic Sixth Form for the second year running. We are also thrilled that so many of our students are choosing to enrol at our outstanding Sixth Form, where they will benefit from expert teaching, tailored support, and a vibrant learning environment that prepares them for university, apprenticeships, and beyond. This follows last week’s fantastic A Level results, where 80% of grades achieved were A*– C - a testament to the quality of education and support our Sixth Form provides.

To our staff: thank you for your unwavering dedication. These results reflect your passion and the strength of our school communities.

Let’s celebrate this moment together, across both schools and as one Trust.

Mr Tim Plumb

 

Celebrating Woolwich Polytechnic School for Girls Class of 2024 GCSE Results!

The summer of 2024 will be forever remembered as a significant moment in our school’s history as our founding cohort receive their GCSE results. Over the past five years, we have grown and developed as a school that is fully committed to ensuring that our vision of ‘Success for Everyone’ is reflected in all that we do.

Today we reap the rewards of a hugely committed student and staff body: the hard work, ambition and perseverance shown by all members of our school community has led to a set of GCSE results that we are incredibly proud of. Over 20% of our cohort have achieved at least 5 GCSEs at the top grades of 7-9 with 43% students leaving with a grade 7+ in English. Moreover, in some option subjects, over 30% of students achieved a 7+. For English and Maths, 78% of the cohort have achieved a 4+ in both subjects.

Ms Williams, Headteacher, says: “I am so pleased to see that our girls will leave school with qualifications that will open up doors to them and enable them to continue on their journey of success. Everyone has played their part in making this possible and I want to thank our students, staff and families for making this year a success.”

Mr Plumb, CEO, says: “We are delighted with our GCSE results for the girls’ school. We are thrilled that many of our students will continue their journey of success with us as they progress on to our 6th Form”.

Top performing students:
Li Na: 8 grade 9s, 1 grade 8
Iqra: 6 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s
Lara: 6 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s
Zaira: 5 grade 9s, 2 grade 8s, 1 grade 7
Kiran: 5 grade 9s, 3 grade 8s, 1 grade 7
Olivia: 7 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s
Nishat: 3 grade 9s, 4 grade 8s, 2 grade 7s
Joanna: 4 grade 9s, 4 grade 8s, 1 grade 7
Safa: 2 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s, 1 grade 7
Iqra: 3 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s, 1 grade 7
Zara: 3 grade 9s, 5 grade 8s