Class of ’26 celebrate excellent A Level results

It is another year of celebration at Gateways Sixth Form, as pupils achieve fantastic A Level results. 

• 53% achieved A*/A grades (national average is 28.5%)
• 17% of all grades awarded at A* (national average is 9.7%)
• 78% were in the A* – B range (national average is 56%)

Among the highest achievers was Jamie, who achieved an exceptional A*, A*, A* and A and will now study Mechanical Engineering at Warwick. Meanwhile, Edinburgh University is the destination for Indie who achieved a fantastic A*, A*, A and is looking forward to studying Politics.

Gateways Sixth Form pupils have a bright future ahead of them as their fantastic A Level results helped them to secure their top university choices – 89% secured their first or second choice destination.

Art & Photography, Art & Design and CTECH Sport & Physical Activity students all achieved A*-A grades (or equivalent) with the following courses all having 100% A*-B (or equivalent): Business Studies (A Level and BTEC), Geography, History, Politics, Textiles.

The Head, Dr Tracy Johnson, expressed her delight at the results:

“We are absolutely delighted with this year’s results and immensely proud of every student. Their achievements reflect not only academic excellence, but also the resilience, determination and character they have shown throughout their time in the Sixth Form.

These results are a tribute to the hard work of our students, the support of their families and the dedication of our staff.  We look forward to seeing the Class of 2026 build on these successes as they move on to the next exciting stage of their lives.”

The results reflect Gateways School’s commitment to Growth, Wellbeing and Success, and the whole school community congratulates each and every student on their achievements and wishes them every success for the future.