Sporting successes for Standish students

Freddie was celebrating his GCSE results after passing all six subjects – including achieving a grade 6 in his history GCSE. “That history grade is certainly an unexpected surprise – that’s the one I’m most proud of,” he said. Freddie’s true passion however is football and he is currently on a two year scholarship with Blackburn Rovers, playing for their U18 team currently.

Unsurprisingly, his favourite subject is PE but he also took time to mention his maths teacher. “Mrs Collier helped me a lot to pass in maths – I’m really happy I did!” Freddie will now be studying at a college in Blackburn so as to be closer to his training sessions with the Championship club. His goal is ultimately to make it as a senior professional footballer and everyone at Standish wishes him the best of luck!

Similarly, when Jayden picked up his results, he was delighted but had no time for excess celebrations: he had to leave to go to his next training session with Manchester City that afternoon!

The left back, who has also represented Wales at Under 16 level, is training with the Premiership club with similar hopes of a career in the professional game. He was most happy with his PE and maths results and wanted to thank Mr Byron and Mrs Roberts for all the time they put in to help him along the way.

Millie was another sporting talent who received wonderful results on Thursday. She achieved nine GCSEs including three Grade 7s. “History was always my favourite subject so I’m really happy with that – but I’m also very thankful to Miss Hill: I didn’t feel I was doing very well in English but she’s really helped me turn it around.” Millie has just started training with Bolton Wanderers first team and, as a midfielder, can already see the difference in the level.

“It’s so much more physical!” she remarked. When asked about her future ambitions, she said, “Hopefully I can make a career in football – either as a player or something in sport. Perhaps coaching or something medical.” Everyone at Standish is sure that Millie will be a success no matter what career she chooses.

Congratulations to all the students and their achievements!