GCSE results day 2026: All the results, reaction, grade boundaries from around Wales

At Richard Gwyn Catholic School in Barry the results are coming thick and fast.

Head boy Samuel Shrubsole, 16, (pictured above) got an A in History and Biology and A*s in 10 other subjects.

Samuel shared how happy he was with his results, although there was some trepidation heading into the school today.

“I am feeling good,” he said. “I was feeling confident coming but Biology, Maths and RE – I was a little worried about. I am relieved seeing what I had now.

“In all honesty, I tried to forget about the exams and just enjoy the summer, but I am glad I know now. Looking forward to Sixth Form..”

He was joined by head girl Lauren Sidoli, also 16, who got results for 11 subjects – 6 A*, 4 A’s, 1 B

“I am feeling relieved,” she laughed. “I was so nervous coming but I am proud of myself.

“It was challenging with revision – especially in the half term when it was so sunny – but I think I managed to balance school and stuff at home at the same time well.

“I am planning to go out with my parents for food to celebrate.”

The next step for Lauren is A-Levels at St David’s College, which she is very excited for. “It genuinely feels like I am going to college now that I have had my results!”

Emily Harris, 16, has achieved the highest set of grades in her year group with an incredible 13 A*. She said: “There are no words, I was always going to be happy because I tried my best – but this is an amazing confirmation that my best was worth this. I am really proud.”

When asked how she is going to celebrate, she smiles: “I am going to get Wingstop!”

Next for Emily is St David’s College where she hopes to study English Literature, Sociology, Media Studies and History.

Next to her is her mother Kate Harris, who is also a governor at the school. She added:

“It is important to recognise that there are lots of children here that have extra pressures and responsibilities at home. We are really proud of Emily, she worked really hard for this. As a school governor, I would like to congratulate all the children on all their achievements at the end of year 11.”