On Thursday, August 20 we headed out across the city to meet some of the teenagers collecting their grades after exams were cancelled this summer as a result of the coronavirus pandemic. Here’s how the day unfolded in pictures. See if you can spot anyone you know in the photographs.
17. Moment of truth
Byron Richardson smiles for the camera as he receives his envelope at St Aidan's. He scored five 9s, four 8s and a 6. Photo: JPIMedia
18. Wait is over
Good news for Emily Adamson from St Anthony's. She surpassed her own expectations with eight 9s and three 8s. She will study physics, chemistry and maths at sixth form. Photo: JPIMedia
19. 'Really happy'
Rebekah Hughes earned six 9s, four 8s and two 7s to take maths, further maths, biology and French at A-level. She said: I am really happy with them. Photo: JPIMedia
20. Surprise!
Chloe Little receiving her GCSE results at Christ’s College. Photo: Richard Doughty