Oakwood School ‘incredibly proud’ of students on GCSE results day

Many students achieved ‘particularly strong results’ – but the school in Horley said it was ‘sharply focused’ on areas where it needed to improve.

Headteacher Adrian Cook said: “I would like to offer my warmest congratulations to every one of our students. Examination results represent a significant moment in a young person’s education, and behind every grade is a story of hard work, perseverance and determination. We are incredibly proud of the students who have achieved their goals and of those who have overcome challenges to reach this point.

“I would also like to thank Mr Gladstone, who served as headteacher, for all his hard work and commitment. His contribution to our students and the school is greatly appreciated, and I wish him every success and happiness for the future.

“While today is rightly a time to celebrate our students, we are also being very honest and focused about what these results tell us. They highlight areas where we need to improve, and the school is now sharply focused on making those necessary improvements. Oakwood School is celebrating the achievements of its students following the publication of this year’s examination results.

“Students, families and staff have much to be proud of, with many students achieving particularly strong results and demonstrating the hard work, resilience and commitment that have characterised their time at Oakwood.

“The school would like to congratulate all students on their achievements and recognise the support provided by families and the dedication of staff who have worked alongside them.

“We would like to highlight the following students who have done particularly well, securing top grades in 5 or more subjects:

• Daniel Biggs
• Charlie Chilton
• Nina Dabo
• Claire De Sousa Ribeiro
• Alasdair Elles
• William Furlong
• Mohammed Islam
• Rose Keen
• Sophia Reali-Jones
• Tharisha Seerattun

“We are ambitious for every student at Oakwood. Our work is therefore about celebrating what has been achieved while using the evidence in these results to drive the changes needed to ensure that every young person receives the teaching, support and opportunities they need to succeed.

“There is a clear focus and determination across the school as we look ahead. We will build on our strengths, address the areas that need improvement and maintain high expectations for every student.”