GCE Results 2025
A-level Press Release – Thursday, 14th August 2025
Students and staff at Bishop Heber High School are delighted to be celebrating yet another set of exceptional results, with 30% of all A-level grades awarded this year being either A* or A. Furthermore, over 56% of A-level grades were grade B or higher and almost 85% of grades were A*- C. In vocational courses, 65% of grades awarded were Distinction* or Distinction, and an impressive 96% of all vocational grades achieved were Merit or above. In addition, every student across all courses achieved the required pass grade which is another indicator of the School’s outstanding performance in terms of student achievement, year on year.
Many students will now be looking forward to taking up their places at prestigious universities across the country or in highly valued apprenticeship schemes, whilst others will be entering employment or taking gap years initially, either at home or abroad. At a subject-level, outcomes across all courses this year were extremely impressive, but of particular note are Biology, Drama & Theatre Studies, English Literature, Further Mathematics, Health & Social Care, History, Mathematics, Politics, Religious Studies, and Sport where over 60% of all grades achieved were A*- B, or Distinction and above.
Many students deserve special mention for their outstanding achievements this year. Katie Grant (Gresford) achieved an outstanding two A* grades, one Distinction* and an A* in EPQ and intends to pursue a future career in Physiotherapy at Cardiff University. Megan Coward (Malpas), Keira Hirst (Threapwood) and Hannah McKew (Malpas) each achieved two A* grades and two A grades, with Hannah also achieving an A* in EPQ which will stand her in good stead to follow her intended career in Medicine. Deputy Head Prefect Lulu Ralison (Malpas) has achieved two A* grades, two A grades, and an A in EPQ and will now take up her offer to study Natural Sciences at The University of Cambridge from this Autumn. Amelia Hale (Farndon) has gained two A*s, one A, and an A* in EPQ and will study English Literature at Durham University. Freya Richards (Farndon) has achieved two A*s and an A and is going to study History/Politics at Sheffield University.
Jessica Williams (Malpas), Angus Adamson (Bickley), Mabel Weaver (Malpas), and Genevieve Lister (Whitchurch) are all celebrating their excellent results, each receiving an A* and two A grades, with Jessica and Genevieve also achieving an A* and an A in EPQ respectively. Ethan Jones (Malpas) has been awarded two A* grades, one A, and one C, helping him achieve his requirements to study Computer Science at the University of Manchester next year.
Congratulations to the following students who have achieved one A* grade, one A grade, and one B grade each: Ewan Cawley (Tattenhall), Cameron Fisher (Grindley Brook), Eva Hitchcock (Wrexham) and finally Cara Mulligan (Tilston), who also received an A grade for her EPQ. Deputy Head Prefect Scarlett Lowe is celebrating having received an A*, Distinction* and B grade, as well as a C in EPQ, and Head Prefect Sianna Davies was awarded A*, A and B grades and will take a gap year next year whilst preparing to join a prestigious Drama School from 2026.
Further congratulations go to the following students who each received straight A grades: Charlotte Ames (Churton) who received three A grades and an A in EPQ, Adam Pearse (Malpas), and Thomas Thelwell (Farndon). A significant number of students also deserve praise for achieving two A grades and a B, including Martha Hamlyn (Nantwich), George Hutcheson (Tarporley), Lucy Jones (Norbury), Amelia May (Tattenhall), Edith Austin (Malpas) and Fletcher Morgan-Willams (Handley). Finally, well done to Alicia Ridyard (Tarporley) who received Distinction*, A and B grades in her courses, and Oscar Humphreys (Barton) who achieved A*, A, C and an A in EPQ and will take up a prestigious Degree Apprenticeship with Airbus next year.
The Headteacher, David Curry was delighted with this year’s results and commented: “Following last year’s return to pre-pandemic grading standards, we are absolutely delighted with the exceptional achievements of our students today – among the best results in the school’s history. It is particularly rewarding to see so many of our students securing places at a diverse range of universities, including prestigious institutions such as Bath, Birmingham, Cambridge, Cardiff, Lancaster, Leeds, Liverpool, Manchester, Newcastle, Warwick, and York, among many others. These outcomes are a powerful testament to the high-quality education provided at Bishop Heber High School and the unwavering commitment to academic excellence. Most importantly, they reflect a learning environment where students are both challenged and supported to reach their full potential. As an established centre of excellence for A-level and Level 3 courses, we are proud that these results highlight the outstanding efforts of our students and the dedication of our staff. I know our students would join me in recognising the tireless work of our teaching and support teams, whose professionalism and care make these successes possible.
I would like to take this opportunity on behalf of all my colleagues and Governors at Heber to wish all ‘Leavers’ our best wishes for the future – please keep in touch.”
Director of Sixth Form, Mr Garnham remarks that he is extremely proud of the effort students have made during their time in the Sixth Form. “We will miss our departing Year 13 students a great deal as they have been a real source of inspiration over the last two years. This cohort have demonstrated an outstanding work ethic and excellent working relationships with their tutors and teachers and these incredible results are just reward for their positive attitude and pro-active approach. I wish all students all the very best with their exciting future plans and destinations. We of course remain available to all our alumni, for any support or guidance they may need again in the future. Please stay in touch and let us know about all the amazing things you will no doubt go on to achieve!”
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