2024–2025 School Results Overview
At Newbridge, we have the highest expectations for all our pupils. We believe that, with the right support, every young person can succeed — and our most recent results clearly demonstrate this.
Pupils who attend regularly consistently achieve beyond expectations, with excellent outcomes across both academic and vocational pathways.
Core GCSE Subjects
Mathematics
- 90% of pupils met or exceeded their target grade
- Excluding those absent from exams, 100% met or exceeded their target
- Significant improvement from 63% in 2023–24 to 100% in 2024–25
English Language & Literature
- 86% of pupils met or exceeded their target grade
- Excluding absentees, 100% met or exceeded target (compared to 69% in 2023–24)
- Strong individual outcomes including Grade 5, 7 and 8
% of pupils who achieved Grade 5 or above in English & Maths (combined) – 0%
Combined Science
- 76% met or exceeded target grades
- 100% met or exceeded target when absentees are removed
- A strong increase from 50% in 2023–24
Progress across Maths, English, and Science is now closely aligned in Year 11 and significantly exceeds the national average for SEMH schools.
Attainment 8 Scores Over Time
- 2024–25: 21.94
- 2023–24: 18.82
- 2022–23: 21.64
Grade 4 and Above – GCSE Highlights
English
- 29% (6/21) achieved a Grade 4 or higher
- Standout achievements: Grade 8 (Language), Grade 7 (Literature)
Science
- 9% (2/21) achieved Grade 4
Humanities
- Geography: 100% exceeded target; one pupil gained Grade 4
- History: Highest grade was Grade 6
Practical Subjects
- Art: 40% gained Grade 4 or above, including one Grade 7
- Food Preparation & Nutrition: 100% achieved Grade 4 or above; one Grade 6
Vocational & Level 1 Qualifications
- Design Technology (ICT Tech Award): 100% exceeded targets
- Vocational IT Tech Award: 100% exceeded targets
- Motor Vehicle Studies (Bike Mech): 100% passed Level 1
- Employability Skills:
- 100% achieved Level 1
- 40% met targets; 60% exceeded
Enrichment and Personal Development
Pupils also gained accreditations in:
- ASDAN Personal Development Level 1 and 2
- Personal Devleopment and wellbeing PSHE Level 1 and 2
- Duke of Edinburgh – Bronze and Silver
- Participation in a wide range of enrichment opportunities, including:
- Music Technology
- Outdoor learning
- Enterprise
- Sport and community-based projects
At Newbridge, we are incredibly proud of our pupils and their outstanding progress. Our personalised approach, strong relationships, and high-quality teaching enable learners to achieve qualifications that reflect their ability and prepare them for life beyond school.
Destinations
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| Accredited | Part Time | Training/Appre | Learning | Wigan | |||||
| Year | Not Known | Training | Activities | NEET | FE | nticeships | Training | Community | Borough |
| 2021 | 0.0% | 6.3% | 0.0% | 25.0% | 43.8% | 12.5% | 12.5% | 68.8% | 95.7% |
| 2022 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 6.3% | 62.5% | 6.3% | 25.0% | 93.8% | 95.9% |
| 2023 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 6.7% | 40.0% | 6.7% | 46.7% | 93.3% | 94.3% |
| 2024 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 4.8% | 66.7% | 4.8% | 23.8% | 95.2% | 94.7% |
| 2025 | 0.0% | 0.0% | 0.0% | 10.0% | 40.0% | 5.0% | 45.0% | 90.0% | 94.6% |