A headteacher has hailed her year 11 students after receiving their GCSE results, for being resilient and committed over the past two years.

Yesterday, August 12, pupils at Walthamstow School for Girls received their GCSE results and went to register at their chosen colleges.

Headteacher Helen Marriott said: “We are immensely proud of all of our students and their achievements and it is wonderful to know that WSFG has prepared them well for the next stage in their learning.

“These results demonstrate the resilience and commitment which the girls have shown throughout their time in school, and particularly during the last two years.

“Despite what you might read in the media, we know that they fully deserve the grades they have been awarded: we know the high standards our girls have maintained throughout their learning.

Among the high achievers this year were Mominah Ramzan, Sindy Elezkurtaj and Roya Bernard who gained 9 grade 9s, and Sylvie Small, Romayssa Sebai, Omelda Laci and Molly Clark achieved a range of grade 9s and grade 8s.

Mominah Ramzan is planning to study biology, chemistry, psychology and maths at A-level, at the London Academy of Excellence in Tottenham.

Her goal is to be a woman in a STEM subject and is likely to study medicine at university.

Ms Ramzan said: “To say I’m shocked would be an understatement. I couldn’t have done it without the help and support of my teachers. This school is a gem.”

Ms Marriott added: “I want to thank the staff at WSFG who have gone above and beyond to ensure that our girls have achieved their very best during what has been an incredibly challenging time for everyone.

“I want to wish all of our girls well in the next part of their educational journey and I look forward to hearing about their achievements and successes in the future.”