St Benedict’s School Celebrates Strongest Ever A Level Results

Across more than 350 A Levels sat by St Benedict’s students, 53% were awarded A* or A grades, while an impressive 82% were graded A*, A or B.

These outstanding results reflect the talent, determination and ambition of the Class of 2026, as well as the dedication and commitment of their teachers, families and the wider St Benedict’s community.

The vast majority of students have secured their preferred university destinations, with students taking up places at some of the UK’s leading universities, including the University of Oxford, University of St Andrews, King’s College London, London School of Economics (LSE), Durham, Bristol, Warwick, Manchester and Bath.

Among this year’s outstanding individual achievements are:

• Lydia R achieved A*A A A and will study Medicine at King’s College London
• Zach P achieved A* A* A* and will study Economics at the University of Bristol
• Evie S achieved A* A* A* A and will study Economics at the University of Warwick
• Adam AC achieved A* A* A and will study Economics at the University of Manchester
• Ruby S achieved A* A* A* and will study Management with Marketing at the University of Bath, alongside a work placement
• Jake B achieved A* A* A A and will study Mathematics at the University of St Andrews
• Sienna SP achieved A*A A and will study Law at the University of Bristol
• Nicolae D achieved A*A A and will study Classical Archaeology and Ancient History at the University of Oxford
• Lettie S achieved A* A* A* and will study Design at Loughborough University
• Milo S achieved A* A* A A and will study Computer Science at King’s College London
• Aidan T achieved A* A* A and will study Psychology at LSE
• Maria S achieved A*A A and will study Philosophy, Politics and Economics at Durham University
• Zac B achieved A* A* A* B and will study Automotive Engineering at the University of Warwick

Sienna SP, who will study Law at the University of Bristol, said:

“I’m so pleased with my A Level results and even more excited to be going to Bristol to study Law. A huge thank you to all my teachers at St Benedict’s for their constant support and guidance. I’m so grateful to have moved to St Benedict’s for Sixth Form and to have spent the last two years at such a wonderful school, surrounded by people who have helped me grow and achieve so much.”

Aidan T added:

“I have had the best time here at St Benedict’s. Thank you to all the wonderful teachers who have supported me and the friends I have made along the way.”

Despite being away travelling, Lettie S was delighted to receive her results and confirmation of her place at Loughborough University:

“I was very lucky to open my results while travelling this summer and to receive a place to study Design at Loughborough University in September. I am extremely happy and very grateful for the support of my teachers and peers over the years who have guided me in my studies.”

Evie S said:

“I’m incredibly proud to see all of my hard work over the past two years pay off in my results. The support and encouragement from my teachers and the wider St Benedict’s community have been invaluable, and I’m so excited to take everything I’ve learnt here into the next chapter, studying Economics at the University of Warwick.”

Headmaster Joe Smith praised the achievements of the Class of 2026:

“We are all absolutely delighted with the results achieved by the wonderful St Benedict’s Class of 2026. They represent an improvement on last year’s results and, excluding the Covid years, the school’s best-ever A Level results.

“I want to pay tribute to this remarkable year group, who, alongside achieving such brilliant results, have contributed to the life of St Benedict’s in so many ways. I also want to thank their parents for their support of the school, and our amazing staff who have supported these young people in both their studies and personal development over the years. Everyone involved deserves to celebrate today.”

Alex Heald, Director of Sixth Form, added:

“I am extremely proud not only of the outstanding academic achievements of this year’s students, but also of their commitment to supporting one another and contributing so positively to school life. It has been a real privilege to watch them develop into confident, thoughtful young adults.

“These results reflect years of hard work and the strength of the relationships built across our Sixth Form community. I have no doubt that our students will go on to make a positive impact in whatever fields they choose.”

As St Benedict’s celebrates another successful year, the school remains committed to nurturing not only academic achievement, but also the character, curiosity and compassion that are central to a truly holistic education.

The school congratulates the Class of 2026 and wishes all of its leavers every success and happiness as they begin the next exciting chapter of their lives.