We are proud to celebrate another year of outstanding, record-breaking GCSE results from across our 14 schools. The hard work and dedication of our pupils and staff has truly paid off — here are some of the highlights:
- King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls celebrated outstanding results, with 20.5% of A Level grades at A* and 62% at A/A*. Sixteen students secured places at Oxbridge, almost 170 gained their first-choice university offers, and one student, Maimouna Diop, will begin a prestigious degree apprenticeship at The Dyson Institute.
- King Edward VI High School for Girls achieved a phenomenal landmark, with 69% of results at grade 9, which reinforces its position as the top academic school in the West Midlands. An incredible 90% of grades were 9/8, and 96% were 9–7. Read more here.
- King Edward’s School showcased outstanding results, with 41% at grade 9, 67% at 9–8, and 83% at 9–7.
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- King Edward VI Lordswood School for Girls achieved over 100 top grade 9s across a wide range of subjects. In English alone, 44% of students achieved grades 7–9.
- King Edward VI Five Ways School showcased a 100% pass rate, which included English and Mathematics. Standout figures included 52% of all grades at 9 or 8, 75% at 9–7 and 20 students securing all 9 and 8 grades. 100% grade 9/8 results were also achieved for 2 subjects, with an exceptional average Attainment 8 score of 76. Read more here.
- King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys celebrated its strongest GCSE performance since grading changes in 2018. An impressive 65% of all grades were 7 or above, with 44% at grade 8 or higher. In both Mathematics and English, 58% of pupils receiving grade 7+, and 96% achieved at least grade 5s in at least 5 subjects, including Maths and English. The average Attainment 8 score was 71.8 which equates to each student attaining at least 8 Grade 7s. Read more here.
Julie Waddington, Director of Education at the King Edward VI Foundation, said:
"A big congratulations to all pupils who collected their GCSE results in August. Across our schools we have heard inspiring stories of personal triumphs, overcoming challenges and finding a balance between study and extra-curricular pursuits and passions. Thank you to our colleagues for your hard work, determination, and dedication to pupils as they reached this incredible milestone. At the Foundation, our vision is to transform lives and futures through educational opportunity and experience, helping to enable both pupils and staff to thrive. This is something we are committed to not only for results day, but for every other day of the year too."
