The Isles of Scilly is the highest performing authority in the country at GCSE level, new figures have revealed.
A report released by the Department for Education and Skills (DfES) today shows that 86% of pupils aged 16 achieved at least 5 GCSEs at grades A-star to C, compared with 50% nationally.
And 100% achieved at least 5 passes overall, compared to 90% in the country as a whole.
Chairman of the Council of the Isles of Scilly, Christine Savill said, “This splendid set of results demonstrates yet again what our young people are capable of. We are accustomed to seeing the Isles of Scilly at the head of the national league tables, but I should nevertheless like to congratulate the staff and pupils of the Five Islands School for their commitment and dedication.”
Director of Children’s Services, Philip Hygate said, “This set of examination results is just the latest piece of evidence to confirm that the Five Islands School continues to go from strength to strength. I am extremely proud of the achievements of our Island community.”