TRIPLETS Emily, Julia and Philip Howard received their GCSE results this week, achieving 25 A/A* grades between them.

Emily and Julia are students at South Wilts, whilst Philip attends Bishops. All three are planning to stay on at their respective schools for sixth form.

Emily achieved 2 A*s, 4 As, 5 Bs and a C, Julia received 2 A*s, 7 As and 2 Bs while Philip achieved 6 A*s, 4 As and a C.

Emily said: “I did better than I had expected, so I’m really pleased. I am hoping to go on to do a degree in English so an A* in English Language should help.”