Tameside Reporter from Thursday, August 20th, 2026

The future of both Ashton and Stalybridge will see growth around transport hubs.

Students and staff at Droylsden Academy are today celebrating another exceptional set of GCSE results, continuing the strong trend of academic success that has seen the school recognised nationally by the Secretary of State for its outcomes.

Droyslden Juniors FC recently received national recognition for their positive impact on the local community. 

There was plenty to celebrate at Longdendale High School as Year 11 students opened their GCSE results and marked the end of five years of hard work, determination and resilience.

Today is a day of celebration, pride and possibility at Audenshaw School as students, families and staff come together to mark another exceptional year of GCSE success.

From advanced science courses and apprenticeships to the creative world of hairdressing, students at Rayner Stephens High School are preparing for an exciting range of futures after collecting their GCSE and vocational results.

Students at Northern Education Trust Denton Community Academy, one of 17 academies in the trust, have achieved outstanding GCSE results once again.

Fairfield High School for Girls is celebrating 98 Grade 9 or equivalent results alongside exceptional Maths success and improving outcomes across its community.

Heat seeking drones are giving United Utilities ‘eyes in the sky’ as teams continue to tackle lingering heat hotspots following recent moorland fires.