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Please note that, as exams and assessment results for 2019/20 and 2020/21 were not published as performance measures, these cannot be made available.
GCSE Results 2026
Fairfield students celebrate strong GCSE results and remarkable resilience
Students at Fairfield High School are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results, reflecting their aspiration, talent and hard work, alongside the remarkable resilience shown throughout their secondary school journey.
Fairfield’s focus on academic excellence has delivered strong results, with a remarkable ‘no gap’ between girls’ and boys’ attainment at grades 4+ and 7+ in English and Maths. Overall attainment at grades 5+ and 7+ also improved on previous years.
Subjects across the Sciences, Humanities and Arts sustained or improved attainment at grades 5+ and 7+. Sports Science also performed strongly in Cambridge Nationals, with over 85% of students achieving a Level 2 Pass or higher. Fairfield was even recognised by Cambridge OCR, with a student named as “one of the top performers in Child Development across the country”!
At Fairfield High School, students sit RE in Year 10. This year’s Y10 Religious Education cohort achieved fantastic results, including an incredible 36.6% achieving grade 7, 8 or 9.
Beyond the headline figures, Fairfield proudly recognises the achievements of students facing significant medical, social, or emotional challenges who, with the support of many internal teams, are celebrating strong results. The school has seen marked improvements in its headline measures for disadvantaged students.
Cashan Campbell, Vice Principal at Fairfield High School explains further: “Through our collaborative approach across the school community, we have worked hard to ensure that our most vulnerable students have been supported to show their best selves and achieve some great results. We are proud of their achievements and want to ensure they are empowered to build on this success as they take their next steps.”
Edel Cronin, Principal of Fairfield High School, shared her pride in the departing cohort and the wider school community: “We are immensely proud of our Year 11 students and all that they have achieved. Their attitude, dedication and commitment have been second to none. As they prepare to take their next steps, we hope they do so with a genuine sense of pride in their achievements, confidence in their abilities and a strong foundation on which to build their futures.
“Days like these remind us that every student’s journey is unique, and success is shaped not only by outcomes, but by resilience, determination and growth. They also reflect the strength of our school community and our commitment to helping every student flourish.”
Reflecting on the wider impact of these results, Edel added that GCSE outcomes are one of the primary ways schools can improve life chances in society. This community impact is felt daily; whether walking across the city or running errands, school staff are routinely greeted by thriving FHS alumni eager to share their journeys and their gratitude for the foundation Fairfield provided.
GCSE Results 2025
Fairfield celebrates academic excellence and remarkable resilience, with a strong set of GCSE results
Students at Fairfield High School (FHS) are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results, reflecting not only aspiration, talent and sheer hard work, but also remarkable resilience.
Fairfield’s focus on academic excellence for all has been evidently successful, with the school seeing its highest ever collective number of grades 8 and 9, with one student achieving a magnificent nine grade 9s!
Fairfield would also like to recognise the achievements of students facing significant medical, social, or emotional challenges who. with the support of many internal teams, are celebrating strong results. Cashan Campbell, Vice Principal at Fairfield High School explains further: “Through the nurturing, care and guidance of our pastoral, first aid, teaching and exams teams, students who had been struggling have seen some fantastic achievements.”
Edel Cronin, Principal of Fairfield High School comments: “We are extremely proud of our Year 11s, who leave us with a deep sense of personal achievement and a solid foundation on which to build their future. Days like today highlight the togetherness of our school community, as well as our continuous commitment to fostering and maintaining close relationships with every individual.
“The work we’ve put into building relationships and communicating with families, such as increased opportunities to come into school for events such as celebration assemblies, is evident to see.”
GCSE Results 2024
Students at Fairfield High School (FHS) are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results, reflecting the considerable resilience, aspiration, talent and sheer hard work of the 216 strong year group.
Fairfield’s strive towards identifying and having conversations with students as individuals and not ‘numbers’, together with the careful planning and implementation of a broad and diverse curriculum, has been the secret to its success.
Whilst there are plenty of examples of academic brilliance with many students achieving grades 8 and 9, one student achieved a magnificent seven grade 9s – a testament to their approach to learning throughout their time at Fairfield.
Another student turned adversity into opportunity through the support of the pastoral team, Achievement Coordinator and teachers to achieve a strong set of results. Cashan Campbell, Vice Principal at Fairfield High School explains further: “It’s fair to say this young person has had a challenging time, with plenty of ups and downs and a rollercoaster of emotions. However I am delighted to say that these results will enable them to achieve great things beyond Fairfield and we encourage them to stay in touch with what these may be.”
Another achieved one of the highest Health and Social Care GCSE grades across the country, recognised by OCR, which is richly deserved and a launch pad for the next step in their personal journey.
Edel Cronin, Principal of Fairfield High School comments: “We are extremely proud of our Year 11s who are leaving us equally proud of themselves today. We focus on developing strong relationships with our students, encouraging them to aim high and believe in themselves. It is days like today when we have a warmth and sense of achievement knowing we have collectively been a part of this journey.”
All subjects saw great results in Fairfield. Some highlights include Languages, PE and Health and Social Care. Drama results have seen an upward trajectory since last year, demonstrating students’ commitment to arts, also reflected in an impressive 140 students taking part in the latest annual school production.
GCSE Results 2023
Students, families and staff at Fairfield High School are celebrating a fantastic set of GCSE results. The grades reflect the hard work, determination, and resilience of the students and the relentless efforts of staff.
There were plenty of smiles from students and their parents as envelopes were opened. Zayan was one example. He said: “I was so shocked with my results and never believed I could have done so well. My biggest achievement was an 8 in science, which is down to all my amazing teachers.”
Interim Principal Amanda Bridgewater expressed immense pride in the students’ accomplishments, stating: “I am absolutely delighted with this year’s exam results. Our students have shown exceptional commitment to their studies, and their hard work has truly paid off. These results are a testament to their determination and the unwavering support they have received from our staff and their families.”
One parent said: “Fairfield has been absolutely amazing for my two daughters. They came to the school not knowing many people, but the Summer School and staff’s integration really helped them to settle in. During lockdown the school was fantastic, with excellent communication and regular check ins. During the past year, the school has provided superb support and many additional lessons which have been a huge help. I am so proud of my daughter; during the past year the hours and hours and hours of revision has really paid off.”
Beyond academic outcomes, Fairfield High School places a strong emphasis on holistic education, and the school is also celebrating students’ success outside of the exam hall. A substantial number of students took part in extracurricular activities that led to local and national awards, including equalities, performing arts and sports, while still maintaining their focus on studies.
As the school celebrates this year’s accomplishments, it also looks forward to the continued growth and success of its students.
In a message to the graduating class, Ms Bridgewater said: “These results are a stepping stone to your future endeavours. Your hard work and determination have brought you this far, and I have no doubt that you will continue to achieve greatness in all that you pursue. Remember, your time at Fairfield has prepared you not only for academic challenges but also for the challenges of life. Congratulations to each and every one of you. Do keep in touch and let us know what happens in your next chapter.”
GCSE Results 2022
Fairfield High School students are celebrating an excellent set of GCSE results, demonstrating their commitment to their studies despite the challenges that this year’s cohort have faced over the last two years.
Over 35.4% of grades achieved in FHS this year were a grade 7 or above. Students demonstrated excellence across a range of subjects reflecting the hard work of students, staff and families. One student’s results were notably exceptional with 10 grade 9s.
Many students reached standards well above those that might have been expected when they started at FHS. FHS prides itself on recognising the success of all students, regardless of starting point. Staff at FHS will spend the coming days and weeks ensuring that all students are able to progress to their next stage of education.
Principal Nick Lewis said: “We are extremely proud of our Year 11s. They have achieved great results. These achievements are even greater when we consider their impact on the school and wider community. They leave not just with wonderful results but an education that prepares them for life. The support of parents/guardians and staff has been instrumental in students gaining good grades and I would like to thank them for all they have done, they have gone above and beyond. As our students start their next chapter in life, I want to wish them all the best for the future.”
GCSE Results 2021
Fairfield High School students are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results, demonstrating considerable resilience and flexibility, as their course changed multiple times across the year.
Many students were awarded high grades based on their hard work and achievement over five years in the school, the last two of which have proved highly challenging due to lockdown and periods of isolation.
Others reached standards well above those that might have been expected when they started at FHS. Fairfield has recently been rated Bristol’s top nonselective school in The Guardian’s Good School’s Guide shining in particular in the following areas representation, disadvantaged pupils and progress. It prides itself on recognising the success of all students, including those with English as an additional language and young people in care.
Students across England were again unable to sit exams in the summer, with grades being awarded after a rigorous assessment process based on teacher assessment grades. However, as always, FHS is committed to ensuring that the students who are leaving are able to follow suitable courses from September. The school will be keeping in close contact with these students throughout and will be working with them over the coming days to help them confirm their next steps. Some will go on to V6, the joint sixth form provision for Fairfield and Colston’s Girls’ School, while others will take up places at other colleges and sixth forms in the city.
Principal Nick Lewis said: “We are extremely proud of our Year 11s, whose time at Fairfield has been a rollercoaster during the past two years. The resilience they have shown due to the ever changing picture of exams is commendable. As with the cohort who left us last year, we are determined that their future plans will not be derailed by the coronavirus crisis. Our staff have really gone the extra mile to support them.
“Well done to all the students who have achieved the grades they were hoping for. Perhaps more importantly, I want to congratulate all our young people who have shown ongoing maturity and resilience. I wish them all the best for the future.”
Former Head Student and Bristol Youth Mayor Alice Towle echoed the Principal’s comments. She said: “Last year our teachers were fantastic, checking up on us by phone and email. The post-16 transition co-ordinator knew where everyone was planning to for sixth form in September and provided amazing support throughout the whole process.
“Going to secondary at Fairfield provided me with so many opportunities in and out of the classroom. We always used to joke that I was never at school because there was always something exciting going on, from trips to debate competitions or sports matches. And if ever there was a club that we wanted that didn’t exist we were allowed to find it. From feminist societies to anime clubs… we really had everything. And it’s this attitude of pushing everyone to do their best in and out of the classroom that I really valued at Fairfield.”
GCSE Results 2020
Fairfield High School (FHS) students are celebrating a strong set of GCSE results in the year of the coronavirus lockdown.
Many students were awarded high grades based on their hard work and achievement over five years in the school.
Others reached standards well above those that might have been expected when they started at FHS. The school has an excellent record in boosting pupil progress; in 2019 it was among the best 650 schools in the country.
Fairfield is proud to recognise the success of all students, including those from disadvantaged backgrounds, those with English as an additional language and young people in care.
Students across England were unable to sit exams in the summer after schools shut to most young people in March. Grades were awarded after a rigorous assessment process by leaders in school to ensure grades were fair.
FHS is committed to ensuring that the students who are leaving this year are able to follow suitable courses from September. The school has kept in close contact with these students throughout and will be working with them over the coming days to help them confirm their next steps. Some will go on to V6, the joint sixth form provision for Fairfield and Colston’s Girls’ School, while others will take up places at other colleges and sixth forms in the city.
Principal Nick Lewis said: “We are extremely proud of our Year 11s, whose time at Fairfield has been cut short by Covid-19. We are determined that their future plans will not be derailed by the coronavirus crisis. Our staff have really gone the extra mile to support them.
“Well done to all the students who have achieved the grades they were hoping for. Perhaps more importantly, I want to congratulate all our young people who have shown such maturity and resilience during this emergency. I wish them all the best for the future.”
Head student Alice Towle echoed the Principal’s comments. She said: “Our teachers have been fantastic, checking up on us by phone and email. The post-16 transition co-ordinator knows where everyone is planning to go for sixth form in September and will be speaking to people again after they have received their results.”
Alice, who is one of Bristol’s youth mayors, said it was a pity that her year group had missed their exams, seen their Prom postponed and been denied the chance to experience results day in school together.
But she said the current generation of 16-year-olds could be proud of the way they had supported one another and coped during the past difficult months.
“We have done really well,” she said. “At Fairfield, we have had a great five years. The school genuinely has a community feel. There is mutual respect between students and staff and the sense of belonging is really special.”
GCSE Results 2019
Please click here for the Government School Performance Tables.
Progress 8 = +0.363
| Level | Maths | English Lit | English Lang | English + Maths – The Basics |
| 9-4 | 70% | 66.4% | 67.8% | 67.1% |
| 9-5 | 47.3% | 26% | 43% | 37% |
GCSE Results 2018
Provisional Progress = +0.111
| Level | Maths | English Lit | English Lang | English + Maths – The Basics |
| 9-4 | 66.9% | 62% | 63.6% | 43.8% |
| 9-5 | 49.2% | 48.8% | 43.8% | 58.7% |
English and Maths strong passes are above those achieved nationally last year.
Subject Successes
We are particularly proud of our top achieving subjects which include Biology, Chemistry, Polish, Urdu all with 100% standard passes. Closely followed by Physics with 92.6%.
Subjects that have made phenomenal progress such as Sports Science who have doubled their pass rate to 86.7% .
Please click here for the Government School Performance Tables.
GCSE Results 2017
Progress 8 = +0.1
Attainment 8 = 48.15
Percentage of pupils achieving a standard pass in English and mathematics (grades 9-4) 63.8%
Percentage of pupils achieving a strong pass in English and mathematics (grades 9-5) 48.5%
Percentage of pupils achieving a strong pass in the English Baccalaureate (grade 5 or above in English and mathematics, and grade C or above in unreformed subjects) = 26.2% (of those entered)
Percentage of pupils entering the English Baccalaureate = 40%
GCSE Results 2016
63.5% 5 A*- C
60% 5 A*-C inc English and Maths (this headline figure is up 8 percentage points on 2015 and has risen 13 points in two years)
61.5% attaining a C+ at both English and Maths
Value Added: 1010 (1000 = national average)
Progress 8 : -0.05 (an average of how students did compared to others across the country, with the same KS2 grade. This applies to their best 8 subject grades).
Attainment 8 scores: 48.88
Students who have achieved the English Baccalaureate: 27.9% entered, 21 % achieved
GCSE Results 2015
Students bucked the national trend by improving GCSE results and Value Added from the previous year. Levels of progress for both Maths and English were significantly above national and attainment secure with over 65% of students gaining a C grade or above in these subjects. Science results were amazing with 85% of the cohort gaining A*-C in two sciences.
GCSE Results 2014
Performance was exceptional in Maths, around 70 per cent of students achieved at least five A*-C passes, 99% achieved at least five A*-G passes.