Very strong grades from pupils
The school announced that over 20 per cent of all grades were A* or equivalent at GCSE level.
This was up from the previous year and is the second highest percentages of A* grades recorded by GCSE candidates since 2010.
There were also a number of pupils that achieved the new Grade Nine in English (First Language) and English Literature, which puts them in the top two per cent nationwide in accordance with the new grading system.
Mr Smith, said: "Our Year 11 pupils have achieved so much, individually and collectively, during their time in Middle School.
“I am delighted that their results have not only enhanced the school's academic standing but more importantly given themselves the confidence and foundations to begin the next chapter of their learning in the Sixth Form.
“I congratulate them all and thank their parents and teachers for their incredible support and inspiration."
Among the individual successes was Gowri Pradeep, who was rewarded for exceptional application to her studies with eight A*s, two nines and a Distinction in Additional Mathematics, while Caitlin Teece attained seven A*s, a 9, an 8, an A and a Distinction in Additional Maths.
Welsh international chess sensation Imogen Camp produced impressive overall marks with seven A*, two scores of 8, an A and a Distinction, and Will Sissons secured nine and eight Grades in English, six A*s, two As and an Additional Maths Distinction.