GCSEs: H&F pupils delighted with brilliant results

Students at Phoenix Academy are celebrating some of the highest ever GCSE results in the school's 70-year history.

Exceptional student Maryama achieved nine grade 9 results, continuing the proud tradition of students at the Shepherds Bush school getting a clean sweep of top grades.

Principal of Phoenix Academy Rowan Pearson said:

We are beyond delighted to see yet another set of record-breaking results at Phoenix. After our best-ever A-level results last week, this is testament to the phenomenal work of all students and staff at the school."

The school is particularly proud of their maths and science results, with their best maths results to date and half of all students in biology and chemistry achieve a grade 7 or above.

Maths whiz Harrison received seven grade 9s and will be studying maths and science at A-level. He hopes to go on to study medicine at the University of Cambridge.

Outstanding students Alia, Ayoub and Mohammed all received stellar results, achieving five grade 9s.

Most students will be continuing their studies at Phoenix Academy sixth form this September.

Grade 9s across the board and full scholarships to prestigious institutions – Fulham Cross Girls' School students have every reason to celebrate their outstanding GCSE achievements.

Nearly 40% of all grades reached the top levels of 7-9, while more than a quarter of students achieved an average grade of 7 or higher.

Leading the charge was Gabriella, who secured a perfect sweep of grade 9s across all her subjects. Close behind, Roda, Alaa, Sophie, Meriem and Maria each achieved an impressive average grade of 8.

Maria said: "I'm very happy with my results. If it wasn't for my school and my teacher's encouragement, I couldn't see myself in the position I'm in today."

Meanwhile modern languages saw outstanding performances in Spanish and French with 59% and 56% achieving top grades respectively. History also shone, with more than half of students reaching grade 7 and above.

The school's commitment to empowering young women in STEM showed remarkable results. Physics dominated with 85% of grades at level 7 or above, while chemistry achieved 77% and biology reached 70%. In combined science, more than one in five students hit top grades.

The school proudly reports that some students have earned full scholarships to prestigious independent sixth forms; one talented athlete has secured a full rowing scholarship in Henley, while others will build on their success at Fulham Cross Sixth Form from September.

Head of School Victoria Tully said:

I'm absolutely delighted again in 2025. The girls have got a phenomenal set of grades. We've got many happy students who are ready to go off and take up their A-level journey."

Westside School in Galena Road proudly celebrated their outstanding achievements in this year's GCSE examinations.

Headteacher Pani Matsangos said:

We are immensely inspired by each and every one of our Year 11s. Their success is measured not only in the wonderful set of grades they have achieved, but also in the remarkable young people they have become throughout their journey here at Westside."

All Westside students are starting an exciting new chapter next year after they sat 114 exams – with a 93% success rate.

GCSE student Batuhan collected his results and explained: "This is an amazing school, and they've helped me a lot. I'm really proud."

Over the past two year, the young people have showed perseverance and resilience and been committed to completing their schooling despite facing personal challenges.

The Fulham Boys School in Fulham Road is delighted to report another outstanding set of GCSE results, with a record 95% of students scoring 4 or higher in both English and maths.

Overall, 91% of GCSEs were graded 4 and above, with 68% of students achieving at least five grade 5s or above.

Star students include Theo who achieved eight grade 9s and two grade 8s. Enayat followed closely with eight grade 9s and one grade 8, and classmate Edmund scored seven grade 9s and two grade 8s.

This year, four more boys achieved at least one grade 9 than last year, jumping from 47 to 51 students. All music and 3D design GCSEs were scored grade 7 or higher, with 75% and 90% respectively achieving above grade 8.

Many of the boys will return to Fulham Boys for Sixth Form to study A-levels, and many have secured alternative education or employment.

Headmaster David Smith commented:

We are delighted that our students have achieved such a great set of GCSE results, with some outstanding individual success stories. Our boys have worked tirelessly to meet their potential and lay foundations for the next step of their academic journey. As ever this would not have been possible without the hard work of the Fulham Boys School staff."

Fulham Cross Academy in Kingwood Road has delivered exceptional GCSE results, with outstanding performances across all subjects.

The STEM specialist school saw 23% of all grades awarded at grade 7 and above, including 5% at the very highest grade 9.

Science subjects led the way, with more than 65% of biology grades reaching grade 7 or above. Chemistry and physics both achieved over 45% of grades at grade 7 or higher.

Standout performers included Norah Kaabachi, Victor Kojm, Jonathan Li and Zuzanna Szandor, who all secured grade 8s and 9s across their subjects.

Victor explained: "The next stage of my academic journey will be going to Fulham Cross Academy Sixth Form. I can't wait! It's going to be a great opportunity".

Joshua Borazzo, Joseph Cameron and Lamar Ismail also excelled. They each achieved grade 7s and above throughout their studies.

English literature proved equally impressive, with one third of students reaching grade 7 or higher and 8% achieving the top grade 9.

One student was particularly chuffed with her English language grade. Elise explained: "I've had quite a difficult year, but I've ended up getting a 6 – and I'm so proud of that. I'm off to hairdressing college next."

The strong showing in combined science is a testament to the school's commitment to STEM, giving students the tools to tackle real life challenges beyond the time at the academy.

Head of School Alan Jones said:

We are incredibly proud of all of our students, and their results reflect their hard work and application to study. In addition to their academic success, these results highlight the strength of our STEM-specialist education at Fulham Cross Academy. We look forward to welcoming them into our Sixth Form as they begin the next stage of their educational journey."

Ark Burlington Danes Academy students have built on last year's GCSE success, with 72% achieving grades 4-9 in English and maths.

Their fantastic results mark a 10% improvement on the previous year. The number of students scoring grade 7 and higher also increased by 2%.

Standout performer Naomi Casimir secured eight grade 9s and two grade 8s. Classmate Jafar Warsame achieved an impressive seven grade 9s and three grade 8s.

Principal David Carr said:

What a brilliant set of results. I'm so proud of our students and how hard they've worked over the last two years. We are looking forward to students continuing their journey. I'd also like to thank the staff team and the wider school community for their support and commitment."

The school in Du Cane Road will be hosting open days for prospective students and families to meet the staff and tour the school. Join them for an:

• Open morning from 9.30am to 10.30am on 2, 3, 9 and 10 October
• Open evening from 4.30pm to 7pm on Thursday 2 October.