Echo photographer Stu Norton visited St Anthony’s Catholic Academy to catch the girls’ reactions.
5. A hug from mum
Jean Hedley is congratulated by mum Marie after receiving eleven grade 9s Photo: sn
6. St Anthony's Girls Catholic Academy pupil Nauami Jayan on GCSE results day.
Navami Jayan is hoping to become a dermatologist after being treated for eczema as a child Photo: sn
7. Altogether now
(from left) Emelia Fishburn-Perkin, Louise Callan and Anna Rose Foster support each other on GCSE results day Photo: sn
8. Hands up
Pals Hannah Dinning (left) and Molly L Jackson Photo: sn