The Chase School Celebrates Record Breaking GCSE Success in 2026
GCSE PERFORMANCE 2026
The Chase School is delighted to announce an exceptional set of GCSE results for 2026, marking a landmark year of academic achievement for our students.
This year’s cohort has secured the highest proportion of top grades (8s and 9s) in the school’s history, reflecting their remarkable dedication, resilience, and ambition.
An outstanding 20% of all GCSE entries were awarded Grades 8 or 9, a record for the school. In addition, one‑third of all entries achieved Grade 7 or above, aligning with the former A/A* standard and underscoring the consistently high performance across subjects.
The school is proud to celebrate a number of extraordinary individual accomplishments. Fourteen students achieved at least four Grade 9s, with several delivering truly exceptional outcomes:
- Elenor Bateman achieved an extraordinary nine Grade 9s and one Grade 8, placing her among the highest‑performing students in the region.
- Isaac Emson secured eight Grade 9s, one Grade 8, and a Distinction, an exceptional set of results demonstrating both academic and vocational excellence.
- Students achieving six or more Grade 9s included Shannon Davies, Rebecca Roberts‑Haggis, Ella Trigg, Marianne Munford, Jake Hodges, and Luke Collins.
+Headteacher Mike Fieldhouse praised both students and staff, commenting:
“We are absolutely thrilled and immensely proud of our students’ achievements. These results are a testament to their hard work, perseverance, and commitment over the past two years. They fully deserve this success. I would also like to thank our dedicated teaching staff, whose expertise and unwavering support have played a vital role in guiding our students through these demanding qualifications. Congratulations to everyone involved in this remarkable accomplishment.”
This year’s results further strengthen The Chase School’s reputation for academic excellence, reaffirming our commitment to nurturing the talents, aspirations, and potential of every student.