There have been some inspiring stories and ecstatic faces at schools across Hillingdon as thousands of students have picked up the GCSE results.

After a turbulent year Stockley Academy had plenty to celebrate on results day with 100% of pupils receiving A* to C grades in six different subjects.

Two standout students also picked up a clean sweep of 11 A*s.

Hannah Crowther at Stockley Academy

Stockely Academy was put into special measures after a damning Ofsted report in 2015 , but staff will be hoping these strong results will mark a change in direction for the school in Yiewsley.

Hannah Crowther from West Drayton was one of the two students to pick up all top grades.

The 16-year-old said: “I wasn’t expecting it. I’m most proud of English Lit, because I wanted to get an A. I did better than I thought I would. The school works as hard as they can for students.”

Barnhill Community High School was also delighted students passing both English and maths had risen 6% to 50% - the highest the school has seen for three years.

Irfana Calik from Barnhill Community High School

A total of 16% also achieved A and A* grades which is the highest percentage ever.

Executive headteacher Tracey Hemming said: “Results day is always such a terrific occasion and this year has been a memorable celebration of the achievements of students and staff.

“We are very proud of all of our students.”

Northwood School also had an impressive year with 76% of students passing both English and maths.

Northwood students delighted at their results

Daniel Larbi was one of the high flying students at the school, picking up nine A*grades and three As.

He said: “I am so delighted with my results and I am grateful beyond words for my wonderful teachers for their support.

“Northwood is a fantastic school. They really care about every student.”

Queensmead School in Ruislip saw 78% of its students get A* to C in maths and English, and Asha Vanzara achieved A*s in all 10 of her subjects.

Girls from St Helen's School in Northwood also had amazing success with 60% of results awarded being A*s, while 88% were A*s or A.

An outstanding year for the girls at St Helen's