This year's results are a testament to two years of hard work and perseverance, with students at both schools achieving excellent outcomes. Many are now moving onto exciting destinations, including university, apprenticeships or employment pathways that reflect their individual aspirations and talents. 

Tapton 

Students made outstanding progress, placing the school in the top 5% of schools and colleges nationally. 

Over a third of students received A*-A grades, with a remarkable two-thirds of students achieving A*-B grades, resulting in an increase of 2% on last year's strong results.

This year group also recorded the highest ever attendance, demonstrating the clear link between attendance and academic success.

Students are now planning their next steps, and are looking to attend universities across the country to study subjects such as Biomedical Engineering, Architecture, Politics & International Relations, Fashion Design, and Mathematics, reflecting the breadth of success across the curriculum. Other students are considering other routes, including one student who is entering the police force.

The results come after an exceptional year for Tapton following its successful Ofsted inspection in November 2024, where it was graded as Outstanding in all areas, praising the sixth from students as "the most mature and aware members of the school" who "make the school better for younger pupils."

The results also underline Ofsted's comments that "teachers' superb subject knowledge helps to ensure consistently high-quality teaching."

Kat Rhodes, Headteacher at Tapton, said: "We are incredibly proud of the progress students have made during their time with us. These amazing results will open doors to a range of meaningful destinations where we know students will continue to excel and make a positive difference to the world around them. Thank you to all students for their hard work, our excellent teaching staff and the support from families."

Forge Valley

Students at Forge Valley made outstanding progress, placing the schools' Sixth Form amongst the highest performing providers in Sheffield. Almost 45% of all grades achieved were A*-B and the average grade for Applied Subjects was a Distinction. 

These results underline the continuing growth and development of the school's post-16 provision. 

Dale Barrowclough, Executive Headteacher at Forge Valley School, said: "We are delighted for our students who have yet again exceeded expectations. This reflects their hard work and the excellent provision at Forge Valley. I would like to thank every member of staff involved in realising this success. Without their dedication this would not have been possible."

Congratulations to all of our students - you've proved the power of learning to transform lives. Now go and show the world what you can do.