RESULTS 2026
An Overview of the Trust’s 2026 Results
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INTRODUCTION FROM THE CEO As I reflect on this year's examination and assessment outcomes across NCLT, I am filled with an immense sense of pride. We have seen another strong set of results across all three phases of education, and I would like to congratulate every student, member of staff, governor and family who has played a part in these achievements.
Richard Fletcher CEO - NCLT
This year feels particularly special because a number of our schools and colleges have achieved their best results ever. Reaching a new high is always a fantastic achievement and a real credit to the hard work, commitment and ambition of both our staff and students. These outcomes demonstrate what can be achieved when talented young people are supported by dedicated professionals who believe in them and refuse to accept anything less than their very best. Equally, we have a number of schools that are on improvement journeys, with ambitious plans and exciting futures ahead of them. For me, some of the most rewarding moments this summer came from seeing the faces of students and staff on results days as they celebrated the progress they have made together. Several of our schools have taken significant strides forward, working tirelessly each day to improve outcomes and opportunities for the communities they serve. It has been wonderful to witness those efforts being recognised and rewarded. One of the things I love most about education is that success can be measured in many different ways. Of course, I am enormously proud that New College Pontefract has nine students progressing to Oxbridge this year, an achievement that reflects exceptional dedication and academic excellence. However, I gain just as much pride from hearing about a pupil who achieved Expected Plus in their SATs when there were no guarantees they would do so, or a student who secured a Grade 4 in English and Mathematics GCSE after a long journey where success had once seemed unlikely. In many ways, these stories are every bit as inspiring. Seeing young people overcome challenges, exceed expectations and open doors to new opportunities is what education is all about. I want to take this opportunity to recognise the absolute hard work, professionalism and commitment of all Trust staff who have contributed to these very special results. While I firmly believe that working in education is the best job in the world, I also fully appreciate how demanding and challenging it can be. Having experienced those challenges firsthand throughout my career, I have enormous respect for every colleague across our Trust. Once again, you have achieved something truly remarkable whilst simultaneously helping to shape the futures of the young people in our care. As a Trust, we continue to make a positive difference year after year. We continue to raise aspirations, create opportunities and, most importantly, open doors for the children and young people we serve. That is something we should all be incredibly proud of. I am certainly very proud to be part of it.
As Chair of Trustees, I am delighted to celebrate the academic and vocational outcomes achieved across our schools and colleges this year. These results reflect high expectations and standards of teaching, rigorous leadership and a collaborative approach that defines our Trust’s purpose. From the primary schools where our youngest learners secure great foundations and milestones, to our secondary provision where remarkable improvements have been achieved, to the colleges who have established themselves as leading providers in the region, we are seeing the impact of our collective vision.
Diane Heritage Chair of Trustees
The Board of Trustees would like to thank our executive and central team, leaders, teachers and support staff who work tirelessly to eliminate barriers and support the children and young people to thrive and succeed. Most importantly I want to commend our children and young people for their hard work, resilience and ambition to progress and achieve.
This has been a highly successful year across New Collaborative Learning Trust, with strong outcomes across all three educational phases. I would like to begin by recognising the hard work, commitment and dedication of our staff, who continue to make a difference to the lives of our children and young people every day. Our primary phase has delivered a particularly strong set of results, with significant improvements at Thorpe Hesley and Anston Greenlands, while Redscope has continued to achieve exceptionally well for its pupils. These results are a reflection of the sustained efforts of teachers and support staff over many years, and I would like to congratulate everyone who has contributed. Our secondary schools have also exceeded expectations, with many areas achieving results above their predictions. Wingfield has excelled once again, while Dinnington and Brinsworth have made significant progress. Given the challenges faced across our schools, these achievements are a real credit to the staff and students involved.
Deborah Green Chair of NCLT Education Standards Committee
In post-16, all five providers have achieved positive value added – a significant achievement and one that we should all be proud of. New College Bradford has particularly stood out, achieving exceptional value added across a range of qualifications and subjects. Overall, these results demonstrate the impact of the collective commitment, expertise and determination across NCLT. There is much to celebrate, and I would like to thank every member of staff and every student who has contributed to these successes. Together, you continue to change lives.
POST-16 PHASE
Brendon Fletcher Executive Director of Post-16 Education
Vicky Marks
Chelsea Branson
Helen Jackson
Stuart Nash
Co-Principal
Co-Principal
Principal
Principal
Becky Smith
Sam Hunter
Head of Sixth Form
Head of Sixth Form
All data is pre-remarks
NCB smash all previous college records, registering value added up with the best New College Bradford delivered an exceptional performance this year, achieving the strongest student progress outcomes (L3VA) across the Group for both A Levels and AGQs. Record-breaking results, significantly exceeding expectations, have positioned the College amongst the highest-performing providers nationally. This success reflects the dedication of staff, the commitment of students, and the strong leadership of Principal Stuart Nash, whose focus on teaching and learning has been instrumental in driving outstanding outcomes.
A LEVEL
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ)
3 year improvement trend across A Level and AGQs
HEADLINE DATA - L3VA PROGRESS (PROVISIONAL) Collection
A Level
Results 26
2026 ATTENDANCE
AGQ
0.29
93.1%
0.57
National Average
92%
A LEVEL Collection
KS4 GCSE
Students
Average Grade
A*
A*-A
A*-B
A*-C
A*-D
A*-E
Summer 2026
6.11
870
B-
5%
20%
56%
85%
97%
100%
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ) Collection Summer 2026
KS4 (all)
Students
Average Grade
D*%
D*-D%
4.88
608
Dist+
36%
78%
Consistency key as NCD deliver once again Building on a highly successful recent Ofsted inspection, New College Doncaster delivered results that reflect the strength and quality of the College. Outcomes remained consistently strong, with incremental improvements across key performance indicators and excellent student progress (L3VA) in both A Levels and AGQs. These achievements highlight the College's ability to sustain high standards through effective leadership, high-quality teaching and a culture focused on continuous improvement and student success.
A LEVEL
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ) Both A Level and AGQ results improved on last academic year
HEADLINE DATA - L3VA PROGRESS (PROVISIONAL) Collection
A Level
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2026 ATTENDANCE
AGQ
0.07
93.9%
0.53
National Average
92%
A LEVEL Collection
KS4 GCSE
Students
Average Grade
A*
A*-A
A*-B
A*-C
A*-D
A*-E
Summer 2026
6.35
1166
B-
8%
27%
56%
83%
95%
99%
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ) Collection Summer 2026
KS4 (all)
Students
Average Grade
D*%
D*-D%
5.11
617
Dist
32%
73%
NCP produce strong results across the board New College Pontefract achieved another outstanding year of results, with significant improvements across all major A Level performance measures and continued excellence in AGQs. Results form part of a sustained three-year upward trajectory, with performance remaining well above national averages. Improved student progress (L3VA) and consistently strong outcomes demonstrate the impact of highquality teaching, leadership and support, underpinned by the commitment and professionalism of all staff.
A LEVEL
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ)
3 year improvement trend across A Level and AGQs
HEADLINE DATA - L3VA PROGRESS (PROVISIONAL) Collection
A Level
Results 26
2026 ATTENDANCE
AGQ
0.12
93.5%
0.39
National Average
92%
A LEVEL Collection
KS4 GCSE
Students
Average Grade
A*
A*-A
A*-B
A*-C
A*-D
A*-E
Summer 2026
6.63
2596
B
9%
32%
65%
88%
98%
100%
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ) Collection Summer 2026
KS4 (all)
Students
Average Grade
D*%
D*-D%
5.23
754
Dist+
32%
75%
Brinsworth 6th form adds significant value to its students as results improve once again The school's post-16 provision has undergone significant improvement driven by strong, energetic leadership and a clear focus on raising standards. Strategic enhancements to the curriculum, the implementation of proven college-based systems and processes, and targeted support from experienced staff have strengthened the sixth form considerably. These developments have resulted in substantial improvements in student progress (L3VA) across both A Levels and AGQs, reflecting higherquality teaching, greater consistency and improved outcomes. The sixth form is now demonstrating a stronger performance profile and is well placed to continue its upward trajectory.
A LEVEL
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ)
Significant improvements across AGQs
HEADLINE DATA - L3VA PROGRESS (PROVISIONAL) Collection
A Level
Results 26
0.18
AGQ 0.5
A LEVEL Collection
KS4 GCSE
Students
Average Grade
A*
A*-A
A*-B
A*-C
A*-D
A*-E
Summer 2026
6.14
156
C+
10%
25%
45%
75%
92%
99%
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ) Collection Summer 2026
KS4 (all)
Students
Average Grade
D*%
D*-D%
4.53
130
Dist-
12%
57%
Dinnington 6th form adds significant value, doubling in one year The school's post-16 provision has delivered significant improvements over the past 12 months through a clear and relentless focus on raising standards. Strategic curriculum enhancements, the implementation of proven college-based systems and processes, and targeted support from experienced staff have strengthened the sixth form and improved the overall student experience. These changes have had a transformative impact, with student progress (L3VA) across both A Levels and AGQs doubling in a single year. The results reflect improved teaching quality, greater consistency and a stronger culture of academic ambition, demonstrating a sixth form on a clear upward trajectory and delivering outcomes of which the school can be rightly proud.
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ)
A LEVEL
Significant improvements at A Level
HEADLINE DATA - L3VA PROGRESS (PROVISIONAL) Collection
A Level
Results 26
0.53
AGQ 0.2
A LEVEL Collection
KS4 GCSE
Students
Average Grade
A*
A*-A
A*-B
A*-C
A*-D
A*-E
Summer 2026
5.65
14
B
14%
29%
57%
93%
100%
100%
KS4 (all)
Students
Average Grade
D*%
D*-D%
4.68
45
Dist-
24%
49%
APPLIED GENERAL Collection Summer 2026
SUMMARY OF ALL FIVE POST-16 PROVIDERS A LEVEL
APPLIED GENERAL (AGQ)
Post-16 demonstrates a 3 year improvement trend
SECONDARY PHASE
Phil Davis Executive Director of Secondary Education
Hannah Thornton
Kerry Wade
Jordon O’Neil
Headteacher
Headteacher
Headteacher
All data is pre-remarks
2026 ATTENDANCE
91.5%
NATIONAL AVERAGE
91.4%
Progress 8 will return in 2027
Brinsworth makes significant progress across all its KPIs, recording the school’s best results for some time. Brinsworth Academy, under new leadership, has demonstrated significant improvements this year, achieving its best outcomes for some time. Performance across all key measures has improved, with notable gains in overall attainment and significant increases in the proportion of students achieving both standard and strong passes in English and Mathematics. Particularly encouraging is the growth in higher-grade attainment, reflecting the academy's increasing success in supporting students to achieve top outcomes. Overall, the results demonstrate a positive trajectory, underpinned by effective leadership, high-quality teaching and a clear focus on raising standards for all learners.
3 year improvement trend
2026 ATTENDANCE
89.9%
NATIONAL AVERAGE
91.4%
Progress 8 will return in 2027
Dinnington's results reflect significant steps in the right direction on its incredible improvement journey. Dinnington High School has made significant progress across all key attainment measures between 2024 and 2026, with this year being no exception. Attainment 8 has increased from 38.3 to 46.6 over this three year period, while the proportion of students achieving Grade 4+ in English and Mathematics has risen from 54.4% to 65.1%. Strong pass rates Grade 5+ has improved from 22.8% to 40.2% over the same 3 year period. Grade 7+ attainment increased markedly from 1.5% to 14.2%. Overall, the 2026 outcomes represent the strongest performance across the period, reflecting substantial improvements in both overall attainment and higher-grade achievement, demonstrating a clear improvement trajectory.
3 year improvement trend
40.2%
2026 ATTENDANCE
92%
NATIONAL AVERAGE
91.4%
Progress 8 will return in 2027
Wingfield records its best ever set of results, and students achieving 7s in English and Maths more than doubles Wingfield Academy has achieved its strongest attainment outcomes over the past three years, with Attainment 8 reaching a record high in 2026. English and Mathematics remain key strengths, with more than two-thirds of students achieved Grade 4+ in English and Mathematics, while over half achieved Grade 5+, reinforcing the academy's strong foundations in these key subjects. Particularly impressive has been the growth in higher-grade attainment, with the proportion of students achieving Grade 7+ in English and Mathematics almost tripling over the period. These results reflect effective leadership, high-quality teaching and a sustained commitment to improving outcomes for all students.
Significant improvements made across the board
SUMMARY OF ALL THREE SECONDARY SCHOOLS
The secondary phase has demostrated a 3 year improvement trend
PRIMARY PHASE
Trudi Toms Executive Director of Primary Education
Alex Wirth
Alison Bradbury
Sarah Hewitt
Headteacher
Headteacher
Headteacher
All data is pre-remarks
2026 ATTENDANCE
95.9%
NATIONAL AVERAGE
95.8%
Anston records strong set of results Anston Greenlands Primary School has delivered an outstanding set of results, outperforming national averages across all key performance measures. Strong and consistent outcomes were achieved in Reading, Writing, Mathematics and GPS at both the Expected Standard and Greater Depth levels. Combined attainment measures also exceeded national benchmarks, with Mathematics standing out as a particular strength following significant improvement on the previous year. Overall, these excellent outcomes reflect the high-quality teaching, learning and support across the school, alongside a reenergised culture of ambition and achievement for all pupils.
Combined Expected Plus and Greater Depth above national average
2026 ATTENDANCE
93.1%
NATIONAL AVERAGE
95.8%
Redscope secures strong outcomes once again, ensuring its pupils are ready for their next steps Redscope Primary School delivered another year of strong and consistent outcomes, with attainment at the Expected Standard meeting or exceeding national averages across all key measures. Given the school's position within a highly deprived community, this represents a significant achievement and is a testament to the dedication of school leaders and staff in maintaining high standards year after year. While Greater Depth outcomes were below the exceptional levels achieved in the previous year, there were notable strengths in both Writing and GPS, where performance did in fact exceed national averages. Overall, these results reflect the quality of teaching and learning across the school and its continued commitment to securing strong outcomes for all pupils.
Expected Plus is above national average across the board
2026 ATTENDANCE
95.6%
NATIONAL AVERAGE
95.8%
Thorpe smashes national benchmarks across every kpi Thorpe Hesley Primary School has achieved its strongest SATs outcomes of the past three years, with all key performance indicators significantly exceeding national averages at both the Expected Standard and Greater Depth. Combined attainment measures were also exceptionally strong, with the proportion of pupils achieving Greater Depth doubling over the three-year period. A particularly notable success was in Reading, where performance improved dramatically, with attainment at the Expected Standard increasing from 69% to 90% and Greater Depth rising from 26% to 35%. These outstanding results reflect the high quality of teaching and learning across the school and provide further evidence of performance that aligns with the school's Outstanding Ofsted judgement.
All measures exceed national average at both Expected Plus and Greater Depth
SUMMARY OF ALL THREE PRIMARY SCHOOLS
9 out of 10 KPIs have improved on last year’s SATs
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