Provisional GCSE results for Brighton & Hove have shown an increase on last year’s figures.
GCSE students achieved grades above the pre-pandemic results of 2019 for the second consecutive year, with 52% achieving grades 5 and above in both English and Maths in 2024. This is also an increase from 50% in 2023.
Councillor Bella Sankey, Leader of Brighton & Hove City Council, said:
“Congratulations to every student in Brighton & Hove that received GCSE results, BTec Tech Awards and other level 2 qualifications today. Your achievements are evidence of the hard work and dedication that you have put into your studies.
“It's also important to recognise and celebrate everything our students have achieved outside of examinations as they reach the end of Year 11, and particularly the successes of our pupils with special educational needs.
“I’d like to thank school staff across the city for all they do to support our young people’s learning. This has allowed students to fulfil their potential and set them in good stead for whatever they decide to do next.
“Any students that need additional support or advice today can speak to the council’s Youth Employability Service by telephone, on social media, or in person at the Youth Employment Hub.”
The chair of the city’s secondary headteacher group, John McKee, said: “We are thrilled to jointly celebrate the remarkable achievements of our students across Brighton & Hove.
“Through steadfast partnership and collaboration, our schools have collectively ensured that every child in our city has access to a high-quality education, enabling them to make significant progress.
“We take immense pride in the exam results this year, which reflect fantastic levels of attainment and achievement across all schools in Brighton & Hove.
“These results are a testament to the hard work and resilience of a brilliant group of students, as well as the unwavering commitment of our schools to joint practice development and collaborative efforts for the benefit of every young person in our city.
“The success of the 'Class of 2024' is a shared accomplishment, and we are extremely proud of each student. We wish them all the very best for their future endeavours and are confident that they will continue to thrive and excel.”
The council’s Youth Employability Service is providing advice and support today, Thursday 22 August:
In addition to higher education opportunities, apprenticeships can offer opportunities to earn while you learn and gain hands-on experience.
There are currently 38 apprenticeship vacancies in the city with salaries of up to £22,000 a year.
Visit the national apprenticeships website to learn more.
