CORRIVERTON Primary School, East Berbice Corentyne, has a lot to celebrate. The school has produced three pupils who are among the top 10 in the region.

Headmistress of the School, Michelle Hooper, attributed the success to the hardworking staff and commitment from the parents as well as sacrifice from the pupils.

She related that despite the setback from the COVID-19 pandemic, teachers persisted and ensured the pupils had access to learning materials, worksheets and vital information.

“We are very happy with the results and could not have achieved it without the input and teamwork of the committed teachers, parents and students,” the headteacher said.

One hundred and two students wrote the National Grade Six Examinations (NGSA) at the Corriverton Primary School. Miss Hooper said in addition to the three top students, six other pupils earned a spot at the prestigious President’s College, while the other pupils also did well.

The top performers, Suhana Bacchus and Dillan Pawaroo, who both earned 512 marks, and would be going to Queen’s College. Gabriella Sukhu has earned a place at Bishops’ High with 511 marks.

Bacchus, 12, an aspiring lawyer said she finds the profession intriguing and would work hard to achieve her desired career.

She related that the examinations and the months leading up to the examination were challenging due to the pandemic but she worked hard to achieve her dream school.

“At first I found studying from home was hard because I wasn’t accustomed to that type of teaching but then it eventually became a habit and it became comfortable,” Bacchus said, as she credited her success to God, her teachers and parents.

Her massage to her fellow peers is “Study hard, be a leader; not a follower.”

Meanwhile, Pawaroo said he was surprised when he heard the results and had to take time out to compose himself.

He credits his success to his parents and grade five teacher. Pawaroo, who wants to become a doctor, said he was aiming for a place at Queen’s College and “the hard work and studying paid off.”

Gabriella Sukhu, who secured a place at the Bishops’ High, was happy with her achievement. Sukhu said she had a rigorous studying routine. The teen added that she would ensure she recapped and study each day.

“Dealing with COVID-19 and having to be at home to do our school work was boring and sad at the same time but afterwards, when I got into a routine it became easy and I know what I had to do. In the end it was worth the effort and I am happy,” she said.