Wade Deacon celebrate exceptional GCSE results 2026!
Wade Deacon High School is delighted to celebrate another year of outstanding GCSE results, with pupils achieving success right across the curriculum.
These outcomes reflect the hard work, determination and resilience of our young people, supported by dedicated staff and families who have worked alongside them throughout their journey.
This year's results continue a strong pattern of success and demonstrate the high aspirations that define Wade Deacon High School. Pupils have excelled across a wide range of subjects.
Over three quarters of all grades awarded were a grade 4 or above, with nearly two thirds of all entries awarded a Grade 5 or above. This reflects the tremendous work of pupils and staff and ensures pupils have the best opportunities to progress to the next level of education or training.
On an individual level, two pupils achieved the exceptional accolade of a full suite of Grade 9s which is a truly incredible achievement. Additionally, the school celebrated a further 6 pupils who achieved eight Grade 9s: a remarkable achievement.
The Widnes school is also celebrating the results of pupils with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities who have overcome significant challenges to achieve personal and academic success, demonstrating remarkable perseverance and determination.
Ensuring that background is never a barrier to achievement remains central to the school’s Commitment to Excellence and the Class of 2026’s results highlight the positive impact of sustained support, high expectations and unwavering belief in every child's potential where every young person can thrive.
Brendan Hesketh, Executive Principal at Wade Deacon High School, commented:
“We are delighted to celebrate the Class of 2026 whose achievements reflect both exceptional individual commitment and our shared culture of ambition.
“While examination results are important, they tell only part of the story. Behind every grade is a young person who has developed confidence, character and resilience. We celebrate not only academic success, but also the personal growth that prepares our pupils for the opportunities and challenges ahead.
“I would like to thank our staff for their unwavering dedication and expertise, and our parents and carers for their continued support. Most importantly, I congratulate our pupils, whose efforts have made today possible. These results build on years of continued success and demonstrate what can be achieved when ambition, hard work and opportunity come together.”
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PRINCIPAL'S
WELCOME
Welcome to Wade Deacon High School.
It is both a privilege and a pleasure to serve as Executive Principal of Wade Deacon High School, a school with a long-standing reputation for excellence, ambition and strong community values. Every day, I am inspired by the dedication of our staff, the support of our families and, most importantly, the exceptional young people who make our school such a vibrant place to learn and grow.
Having worked in education for over twenty years as a senior leader, Principal and Trust Director of Education, I remain passionate about the transformative power of education. Throughout my career, I have been committed to raising aspirations, improving outcomes and ensuring that every young person is given the opportunity to fulfil their potential. I am also a proud parent of two boys and a girl, and I understand the importance of providing young people with the very best opportunities for success, both in school and beyond.
At Wade Deacon High School, our vision is clear. We strive to provide an outstanding educational experience for every student. We want our young people to leave us with excellent qualifications, a wealth of knowledge and skills, and the confidence, character and resilience needed to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Our Commitment to Excellence underpins everything we do. We believe that high expectations, combined with the right support, enable all students to achieve exceptional outcomes. Excellent behaviour, attendance, punctuality, organisation and effort create the foundations upon which success is built. By getting the basics right and maintaining consistently high standards, we empower our students to achieve their very best.
We are equally committed to ensuring that our students benefit from a rich and varied curriculum, alongside a wide range of opportunities that develop leadership, character, independence and personal growth. We want every student to feel safe, valued, happy and successful during their time with us.
As Executive Principal, I am proud of all that we have achieved together and excited about the opportunities that lie ahead. Working in partnership with our staff, students, governors, families and the wider community, we will continue to build on our strengths and ensure that Wade Deacon High School remains a place where everyone can flourish.
Thank you for your continued support. Together, we will continue to provide our young people with the opportunities, experiences and education they deserve.
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