Celebrating Excellence, Achievement, and Ambition
We are incredibly proud to share our exceptional 2025 Key Stage 4 results — a testament to the hard work, resilience, and ambition of our Year 11 students, the unwavering commitment of our staff, and the strength of our school community.
This year’s outcomes continue our tradition of academic excellence and further establish Wilmington Academy as one of the highest-performing non-selective schools in the region — and among the very best in the UK.
As an IB World School, we are deeply committed to delivering a diverse and rigorous curriculum. These results reflect not only the high-quality teaching and learning that takes place every day but also the personalised pastoral care that ensures every student thrives.
English and Mathematics – Record-Breaking Success
We are delighted to celebrate another outstanding year for English and mathematics, achieving our highest ever results in mathematics at both grade 4+ and 5+.
- Mathematics: 68% 4–9, 50% 5–9, 11% 7–9
- English language: 79% 4–9, 63% 5–9, 17% 7–9
- English literature: 78% 4–9, 66% 5–9, 19% 7–9
Seven in every ten students secured a grade 4+ in both English and mathematics — an incredible achievement that opens doors for future success.
Our English department remains one of the highest-performing teams nationally, consistently delivering exceptional outcomes year after year.
Individuals & Societies, Science, and MFL – Inspiring Results
Results across our humanities, the sciences, and modern foreign languages continue to demonstrate our students’ ambition and the expertise of our teachers:
- Geography: Best-ever results — 60% 4–9, 46% 5–9, 11% 7–9
- History: Another strong year — 64% 4–9, 57% 5–9, 15% 7–9
- Combined Science: 61% 4–9, 36% 5–9, 9% 7–9
- Separate sciences: Outstanding outcomes
- Biology: 92% 5–9, 46% 7–9
- Chemistry: 85% 5–9, 23% 7–9
- Physics: 77% 5–9, 23% 7–9
- Modern Foreign Languages: Over 83% of students studied a GCSE in French or Spanish, with 38% achieving 4+ in Spanish and 30% in French, underlining the strength of our global outlook.
Vocational Excellence – Celebrating a Broad Curriculum
Our vocational subjects continue to thrive, proving the breadth and balance of the Wilmington curriculum:
- Health & Social Care: 83% 4–9, 47% 5–9, 23% 7–9
- Performing Arts: 73% 4–9, 50% 5–9, 19% 7–9
- Art & Design: 73% 4–9, 46% 5–9, 23% 7–9
- Computer Science: 72% 4–9, 57% 5–9, 9% 7–9
- Product Design: 70% 4–9, 50% 5–9, 10% 7–9
These results demonstrate that academic rigour and creative excellence go hand in hand at Wilmington.
Exceptional Progress for Key Student Groups
Our success is not just defined by overall results but by the remarkable progress made by all groups of students:
| Measure | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | Change |
| Disadvantaged Attainment 8 | 34.53 | 38.73 | 39.37 | +0.64 |
| Disadvantages EBacc APS | 2.91 | 3.59 | 3.62 | +0.03 |
| SEN (K) Attainment 8 | 26.79 | 35.29 | 37.20 | +1.91 |
| SEN (K) EBacc APS | 2.09 | 3.12 | 3.38 | +0.26 |
| English Additional Language Attainment 8 | — | — | 49.1 | |
| Home Grown Attainment 8 | — | — | 45.7 |
These figures highlight our relentless drive to ensure every student reaches their potential, regardless of background or starting point.
A Community of Excellence
These achievements are the result of a shared vision — students who strive for success, teachers who inspire and challenge, and families who provide unwavering support.
As we celebrate these results, we remain committed to even greater heights. Our ambition is simple yet powerful: to ensure Wilmington students continue to be among the highest achievers nationally, equipped with the knowledge, skills, and values to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Together, we have cemented Wilmington’s reputation as a beacon of academic excellence, innovation, and opportunity — and we are only just getting started.
Individual Successes (Attainment 8):
- Bedangshi: A8 grade – 87
- Neve: A8 grade – 77
- Sophia: A8 grade – 77
- Livia: A8 grade – 76
- Divine: A8 grade – 75
- Lennon: A8 grade – 75
- Mason: A8 grade – 74
- Prisha: A8 grade – 74
- Elysia: A8 grade – 73.5
- Jakub: A8 grade – 73
Individual Students Overcoming Adversity Case Studies
Student 1: A student joined us from a local school in year 10. A large number of their courses used different exam boards and taught different units/texts – this meant they had so much to catch up on. They worked exceptionally hard by giving up a significant amount of their personal time, studying at home and attending revision sessions in the holidays and after school. We are so very proud of what this student has achieved, especially in light of the various challenges they faced and overcame to gain the following results: English Language 7, English Literature 6, mathematics 5, Combined Science 5/5, History 6, Enterprise and Marketing – Merit, BTEC Sport – Pass.
Student 2: Student 2 has a range of SEN diagnoses and medical needs. They have overcome barriers to their learning and proved beyond doubt that, with a positive attitude, a growth mindset approach and an excellent work ethic, anything is possible. However, even more impressive than the outcomes they have achieved is the way in which they have developed their social skills and their ability to communicate effectively with others. Seeing them develop over the past 5 years has been a wonderful experience for so many members of our teaching staff and pastoral team. Results: English Language 6, English Literature 8, Combined Science 6/5, History 8, L2 Finance Distinction, L2 Performing Arts Distinction.
Student 3: Student 3 has overcome a number of significant challenges during their educational journey which they have faced with determination and resilience. They worked incredibly hard in order to achieve a positive set of outcomes and were diligent not only in their lessons, but also studying outside the classroom, including regular attendance at revision and booster sessions. We are exceptionally proud of their achievements which are testament to their positive mindset and can-do attitude. Results: English Language 6, English Literature 7, Mathematics 6, Combined Science 7 7, Geography 7 , Spanish 6 , Performing Arts L2 Distinction, Sport L2 Distinction*.
Alex commented:
“When I came to this school at the end of year 8 from Ukraine due to the war, I could not speak English. The teachers helped and supported me in every way I needed. I am very happy with my results and I look forward to coming to Wilmington Post 16.”
Ruby commented:
“Initially I was very nervous and when I opened my results I was incredibly shocked, relieved and very pleased! Thank you to everyone that has contributed to this success. It is a great school!”
