They were there to pick up their results after finding out which university, apprenticeship or further education establishment they will be attending from September.
The Peterborough Telegraph covered results day on Thursday with a live blog – here are some of the pictures from a day many will remember for years to come.
18. Queen Katharine Academy
Celebrating students collect their results (right) Michael Butler who achieved an A in A level Maths, an A in Core Maths, and A in Extended Project, an A in Physics (self-taught), a Distinction in Business Studies, a B in Further Maths, a B in Economics and a B in German. Photo: QKA
20. Greater Peterborough UTC
Jamie Johnson and Lily Mcgougan. Jamie attained an A in Maths and D* in Engineering and will study Engineering at Loughborough. Photo: Meridian Trust