Pupils celebrated outstanding A Level and BTEC results, having secured places at several world-class universities including Edinburgh, York, Exeter, Loughborough, UCL, Liverpool, Nottingham, Bath, Durham, Leeds, Warwick and Bristol.  

In addition to securing places at top UK universities, King’s pupils have also achieved international success, gaining admission to prestigious institutions such as the Ivy League University of Columbia in the United States, as well as other outstanding Universities in Canada, Switzerland, and Hong Kong.  

Across the year group, 65% of all grades achieved were A*- B. Among the 2025 cohort, fifteen pupils achieved an incredible three or more A*- A grades: Poppy C, Rosie C, Richard H, Hannah H, William K, Oscar M, Ruby M, Ashton R, Alistair S, Greta S, Gray S, Hal S, Elizabeth W. Special mention goes to Cameron W and Ruby B-K, who each achieved an impressive four A-Levels at A*-A. 

Spotlight On Exceptional Success  

Cameron W has earned one of only thirty nationally awarded scholarships to Sandhurst, an accolade that recognises exceptional leadership potential. He will go on to read Mathematics, Operational Research, Statistics and Economics (MORSE) at the University of Warwick, an incredible achievement. 

Poppy C has secured a coveted place to read Medicine at the University of Exeter. Alongside her academic success, Poppy has demonstrated exceptional musical talent, having achieved Grade 8 in both Harp and Singing. 

Two exceptional sportsmen, Sochima C and Ogbemudia E, have gained places on the elite rugby performance programme at Brunel University and will be studying Biomedical Sciences and Civil Engineering, respectively. 

Identical twins Gray and Hal S have achieved a combined total of six A*-A grades, a reflection of their academic strength and consistent hard work. Alongside these remarkable results Gray served as Head Boy and Hal captained the 1st XV rugby team, exemplifying leadership, commitment and the ability to balance high-level academic and extracurricular responsibilities with distinction.  

Among the many success stories this year are pupils that have been part of the King’s community since Prep School, including top performing pupils Cameron W, Ruby B-K, Poppy C, Oscar M and Ciaran MS, Richard H, Elizabeth W.

Value Added 

We are immensely proud of the significant value-added progress achieved by the majority of pupils across a range of abilities. As of today, 90% of King’s College pupils who applied to university have secured places at either their first or second choice institution. 

Continued BTEC Success 

BTEC pupils have continued to build on recent successes, achieving high grades across the board and securing highly sought-after university places, including at Exeter and Bournemouth to read Physiotherapy and Sports Science. 

Head of BTEC Sport, Dave Jessep, said of the excellent results: 

“This year’s BTEC results are a testament to the dedication and ambition of our pupils. I am incredibly proud to see so many of them progressing to excellent universities where I am certain they will continue to thrive and make their mark. These results reflect the strength of vocational education, and I have no doubt that all students will go on to have very successful careers in the future”  

Guided by a dedicated Futures department, inspirational teachers and tutors, pupils are moving on to higher education institutions to study a range of courses, including: Medicine, Economics, Agricultural Engineering, Psychology, Civil Engineering, Accounting and Finance, English, Computer Science, History, Culture, Media and Creative Arts, Biomedical Sciences, Zoology, International Development and Economics. 

Reflecting on this year’s achievements, Ollie Ellsworth, Head of Sixth Form added: 

“It has been a pleasure watching this cohort of pupils grow and develop into well-rounded young adults. I have seen determination, resilience and courage to push themselves out of their comfort zones and aim high in every aspect of school life.  

Our pupils are negotiating professional sports contracts, have earned places at some of the world’s most prestigious universities, and some are stepping straight into exciting careers and degree apprenticeships. Whatever their next chapter holds, on behalf of all our staff, we wish them every success and know that a bright future lies ahead.” 

Headmaster, Michael Sloan, commented: 

“I would like to extend my heartfelt congratulations to all Upper Sixth leavers on their outstanding A-Level and BTEC results. Your achievements are a testament to the hard work and determination you have shown to achieve the very best results. On behalf of all the teaching staff at King’s we are immensely proud of each one of you. We look forward to seeing your talents flourish as you take the next steps into higher education, apprenticeships or the workplace as OA’s. Really well done!”