‘Excellent achievements’ - Hebburn school celebrates its highest results for four years
St Joseph's Catholic Academy students are celebrating their A-level results.
A Hebburn school is celebrating its highest results for the past four years as students excel on A-level results day 2026.
St Joseph’s Catholic Academy, on Mill Lane, saw 75% of its Class of 2026 attain A* to C grades or their vocational equivalent.
The school, which is part of Bishop Chadwick Catholic Education Trust, has revealed its BTEC subjects had a 100% pass rate and an average grade Distinction, as well as some “significant individual performances” in other subject areas.
‘Some excellent achievements’
James Crowe, Headteacher at St Joseph’s Catholic Academy, has expressed his pride in this year’s cohort of students wished them well as they take their next steps in life.
He said: “We are immensely proud of our student body and their efforts. Each student has their own story, and this year has seen some excellent achievements.
“The vast majority of students have been accepted at their chosen university, on to an apprenticeship or will take up roles in the workplace while others are pursing gap years.
“For those who are still making their mind up, the school continues to provide expert support and guidance until they are in successful in securing a position for their next steps.
“We wish each student every success in their onward journey.”
Some of St Joseph’s top achievers
Among some of the top achievers at St Joseph’s was Charlie Cl, who is heading to the University of Bristol to study aerospace engineering after securing four A grades in chemistry, computer science, physics and mathematics.
Newcastle University to study marketing is the institution of choice for Ethan B after he was awarded three distinctions in applied science, business studies, and engineering.
Jess D is planning to study bio-medical science in the next academic year after she achieved an A in both psychology and biology and a B in chemistry.
A-level results day was extra special for St Joseph’s student Daniel M who also secured a prestigious paralegal apprenticeship with Clifford Chance, a global law firm.