Roseland Class of 2026 celebrate exam success

AFTER hundreds of hours of lessons, targeted support, weekend and holiday revision, the Roseland Academy’s class of 2026 has achieved results above the national average, reflecting the hard work and commitment of students and staff throughout their courses.

There were smiles, hugs and celebrations at the school this morning (Thursday) as students collected the results that will determine their next steps. The cohort will go on to a wide range of destinations including Truro College, Callywith College, Duchy College, St Austell College, apprenticeships, further training and employment.

For many students, today represents the culmination of an enormous amount of hard work. While every student’s journey has been different, there have been some exceptional individual achievements, including from students who have overcome significant barriers to secure the grades they needed for the next stage of their education.

Among the year group’s highest achievers were Reuben, who achieved an outstanding six Grade 9s, two Grade 8s and three Grade 7s; George, with five Grade 9s, a Grade 8 and three Grade 7s; Daniel, with three Grade 9s, four Grade 8s, three Grade 7s and a Grade 6; Ysella, with two Grade 9s, four Grade 8s and four Grade 7s; and Isabelle, who achieved a Grade 9, two Grade 8s and three Grade 7s.

There are some exciting further education destinations ahead for the Class of 2026 with Oscar continuing his education at Exeter College of Maths, Ted is off to Bristol to join the American Football Academy and Seb is heading to Hartpury College to focus on his rugby development.

Headteacher Richard Clarke said: “Today is about celebrating what these young people have achieved and recognising just how much work has gone into getting them here.

“We know every student has had a different journey through Year 11. For some, achieving exceptional grades has been the result of extraordinary academic commitment; for others, achieving the grades they needed to move on to their chosen destination represents a huge personal achievement.

“The commitment from our students has been fantastic. Our staff have worked tirelessly alongside them, providing targeted support, Champions Hours, revision sessions at weekends and during the holidays – and, of course, enough pizza to keep everyone going!

“I am immensely proud of the Class of 2026. They have shown determination and resilience, and I hope they recognise today just how much they have achieved.”

Emma Atkins-Gammons, Learning Leader for Year 11, said: “It has been a real privilege to work with this year group. We have seen students face challenges throughout their secondary education and continue to push themselves, accept support and keep going when things have been difficult.

“Today is the reward for that effort. I am delighted that so many students have secured the grades they need for their chosen next steps and I am incredibly proud of them all. I wish every one of them the very best for the future.”