STUDENTS at Blacon High School have worked hard to secure places on A-level courses, apprenticeships and in jobs.

Headteacher Sue Yates said it was this culture of hard work and commitment that has resulted in the school being oversubscribed as it is the first choice school for many parents and carers.

She said: "The words that drive this school are ‘success through partnership’ and the collaboration of students, parents and carers and the excellent work from our partner primary schools are at our foundation.

"Once again this year, students from Blacon High School have secured bursaries to study A levels at some of the country’s best public boarding schools.

"Blacon High School is the lead school for this bursary programme for the North West of England and we have a track record of success. Pupils have to secure the very best results and be successful in a very rigorous national selection process.

"This year, pupils four students will take up places at we wish them well and know that Blacon High School pupils will enhance these schools."

She added: "Today is a successful day for all of our students and their families and we are proud of their achievements. My thanks go to all of our staff, governors and parents and carers for their commitment and consistent belief in this school."