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News - August, 2025

August, 2025

Perpetual Profession of Br Jean Marc Mukala SDB

Perpetual Profession of Br Jean Marc Mukala SDB

Posted: Fri, 29 Aug 2025 15:16

On Friday 22nd August, Br Jean Marc Mukala SDB made his Perpetual Profession to the Salesians and to the Church at St Gregory's in Bollington.

The Mass was presided by the Provincial of the GBR Province, Fr Gerry Briody SDB and was attended by priests and brothers from all of our Salesian Houses, as well as Jean Marc's family, friends, parishioners and previous and present team members from Savio House....

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A-Levels and GCSE success in our Schools

A-Levels and GCSE success in our Schools

Posted: Thu, 28 Aug 2025 12:11

Thursday 14th, and 21st saw Students from schools across the country receive their A-Level and GCSE results.

You can read about all of the success from our Salesian Schools by following the links below:

St John Bosco College, Battersea

GCSEs

Thornleigh Salesian College, Bolton

A-Levels

GCSEs

The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco, Bootle

GCSEs

Salesian School, Chertsey

A-Levels

GCSEs

St John Bosco Arts College,...

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Success stories and smiles at St John Bosco Arts College on GCSE results day

Success stories and smiles at St John Bosco Arts College on GCSE results day

Posted: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 16:23

On Thursday 21st August, Year 11 students at St John Bosco Arts College in Croxteth celebrated receiving their GCSE results.

There were smiles all round as staff, students and their families congregated in the school's sixth form centre from 8:30am following the opening of the all-important GCSE results envelopes.

Seen as the foundation for future pathways, this year's results demonstrated significant...

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Results day at The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco

Results day at The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco

Posted: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 16:18

Pupils in Sefton were beaming with success including learners at The Salesian Academy of St John Bosco (SJB) in Bootle. The school reported a notable improvement in the number of pupils achieving grades 9–5 and 9–4 in both English and Maths.

Tthe number of pupils achieving grades 9–7 has also increased across all subjects, showcasing a rise in high-level attainment. Headteacher at...

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Almost Half of All Salesian School, Chertsey, Grades 9-7 (A*-A), and nearly a third at 9-8 (A*)

Almost Half of All Salesian School, Chertsey, Grades 9-7 (A*-A), and nearly a third at 9-8 (A*)

Posted: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 13:32

Almost Half of All Salesian Grades 9-7 (A*-A), and nearly a third at 9-8 (A*)

The class of 2025 broke records at every threshold as they celebrated today with their parents following the publication of the GCSE and vocational results.

Salesian students delivered an exceptional set of results, the headlines of which are listed below:

  • 48% of all grades were 9-7 (A*/A), more than double the national average...

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SJBC students are celebrating another set of excellent GCSE results this year.

SJBC students are celebrating another set of excellent GCSE results this year.

Posted: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 12:16

Both English and Maths saw over 70% of students passing with grade four or above and a total of 64% of students passed both of these subjects. Results across key departments have been excellent, in RE for example 80% of students secured a level 4 or above with six students passing with a grade 9. Many students have excelled, hitting the top grades. Among the highlights are Giulia, who joined the school...

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Salesian College, Farnborough, celebrates record GCSE success!

Salesian College, Farnborough, celebrates record GCSE success!

Posted: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:20

Salesian College parents, boys and teachers were extremely proud and excited to receive some outstanding GCSE results on Thursday morning 21 August 2025. In contrast to the national trend of falling grades, this cohort have surpassed previous levels of attainment with 94% of students achieving grades 9-7.

60% of all grades were 7-9

82% of all grades were 6-9

The top performing student this year was Charlie...

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Thornleigh Salesian College praises "brilliant" pupils

Thornleigh Salesian College praises "brilliant" pupils

Posted: Fri, 22 Aug 2025 11:11

Thornleigh Salesian College in Sharples were "delighted" with the effort of their pupils.

A spokesperson said: "We are absolutely delighted with the GCSE results achieved by our students this year. These results reflect the hard work, dedication, and resilience shown by our students throughout their studies.

"Their commitment to excellence has been truly inspiring.This achievement is a testament to the...

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 A Record Breaking Year of Results at Salesian School, Chertsey

A Record Breaking Year of Results at Salesian School, Chertsey

Posted: Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:33

Students and their families at Salesian were celebrating following the publication of this year's record breaking A' level and vocational results this week. Students were deservedly well rewarded with an excellent set of results continuing Salesian's sustained track record of high achievement over many years.

42% of all grades were A* or A with an amazing 45 students achieving straight A*-A results,...

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Salesian College, Farnborough, Celebrates Excellent A Level Successes

Salesian College, Farnborough, Celebrates Excellent A Level Successes

Posted: Fri, 15 Aug 2025 15:27

The College once again celebrated excellent A level results with 99.5% pass rate. The academic achievement of the students' further builds on the enviable reputation that the College enjoys as one of the highest achieving co-educational sixth form providers in Hampshire.

This summer's Year 13 cohort saw 57% of the grades achieved at A*-B in three or more A Levels. Of particular note are the excellent...

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