High-flying teen Amelie Dunning is celebrating a stellar set of GCSE results just in time for her 16th birthday.

The standout pupil at Dame Allan’s Girls’ School, in Newcastle, has achieved an exceptional set of results, including five grade 9s and four grade 8s, on the eve of her Sweet Sixteenth.

Amelie, from Whickham, Gateshead, said: “I’m super happy with my results. I’m so pleased I’ve got the grades, it’s a weight off my shoulders and I can now celebrate with my family!”

Amelie now plans to study Maths, Chemistry and Physics at Dame Allan’s co-educational Sixth Form and is interested in a future in engineering. She recently secured an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship with the help of the school to support her next steps.

“I did my work experience at ORE Catapult in Blyth and really enjoyed it. I like problem solving and really enjoyed DT, which gave me an insight into engineering,” said Amelie.

Will Scott, Principal at Dame Allan’s Schools, said: “Amelie has distinguished herself as one of the top performers at our Girls’ School, and achieving these incredible results just as she turns 16 makes this milestone even more special.

“We are proud of her accomplishments and wish her a wonderful time enjoying her well-deserved celebrations.”