Exam Statistics Higher Education Statistics 2026
King’s Ely students consistently achieve superb GCSE and A-Level results, and our 2026 cohort’s grades were no exception. We are immensely proud of them.
Head’s Statement Exam results mark an i mpor tan t mi lestone i n ever y young per s o n ’s educati onal j our ney, and we are extremely proud of all our pu p ils. These results represent year s o f commi tment, hard work an d p e r s eve r a n c e, re f le c ting not only academi c ac hi evement but also t h e d edic ation of pupi ls and thei r teac her s throughout their ti me at Ki ng’s E ly. B e h i n d eve r y re sult is an i ndi vi dual j our ney. GCSE and A-L evel c o u r se s br ing c halle nges and oppor tuni ti es, pushi ng pu p ils b eyo n d t he ir c om f or t zon es, sparki ng new passi ons and hel p in g t h e m deve lop the c onf id ence and c haracter to take thei r n ex t s t e p s. We are e qually proud of the contr i buti on our pupi ls have made to th e wi der li fe of our sc hool commu n ity. W h e t h e r prog re s s ing to un i ver si ty, apprenti ceshi ps, employmen t o r o t h e r e xc iting oppor tuni ti es, we cong ratulate ever y pup il o n t h e i r a c h i eve me nts and wis h them ever y success and happi ne ss in t h e n e x t stage of th e ir jour ney. We look forward to seei n g all th at they wi ll accompli sh i n the year s ah ead .
Jane Thomas Head of King’s Ely Senior & Vice Principal of King’s Ely
GCSE Results GCSEs provide an important platform for the years ahead, opening doors to new subjects and helping pupils discover where their strengths lie. This year’s results showcase success across a wide range of disciplines, from the Sciences to the Creative Arts, reflecting the breadth of learning at King’s Ely and giving pupils plenty to build on as they move into the next stage of their education.
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OF ALL GRADES WERE 9-8 IN THE FOLLOWING SUBJECTS: BIOLOGY, CHEMISTRY, PHYSICS, HISTORY, FINE ART, TEXTILES, CHINESE, DRAMA, 3D DESIGN, LATIN, MUSIC, RS
A-Level Results With impressive results across the Sciences, Humanities, Mathematics and Creative subjects, this year’s A-Level cohort has demonstrated the depth and diversity of talent at King’s Ely. Standout performances in individual subjects highlight what can be achieved when pupils immerse themselves in the disciplines they love, preparing them to pursue their chosen fields with knowledge and conviction.
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EPQ & HPQ Beyond the classroom, our pupils have the freedom to follow their own questions, explore new ideas and delve deeper into subjects that inspire them. The EPQ and HPQ encourage independent research, original thinking and a spirit of enquiry, allowing pupils to take ownership of their learning and discover just how far their interests can lead. Increasingly, top universities are looking for a strong EPQ performance as an indicator of a high calibre student.
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From leading UK universities to exciting international destinations, our pupils are setting their sights on a remarkable range of opportunities. Their offers span diverse disciplines and institutions across the world, reflecting individual ambitions and a willingness to explore new horizons. We look forward to seeing where their next chapter takes them.
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A WIDE RANGE OF COURSES AND LOCATIONS Architecture at Glasgow School of Art History of Art at Courtauld Civil Engineering at Durham Economics at SKEMA (France) Law at UCL Pharmacy at UCL Musical Theatre at Italia Conti Maths at Imperial International Relations at St Andrews Biomedical Sciences at KCL.
We wholeheartedly recommend King’s Ely to any parent seeking a school where a child’s academic and personal development is truly paramount. Mr and Mrs Youll Parents of a Sixth Form Student
King’s Ely Ely, Cambridgeshire CB7 4DB www.kingsely.org