We are once again very pleased with our Summer 2026 examination results.

The results achieved by SYTS students in just three days of academic study per week are a testament to the tremendous hard work of both the students and the staff.

This year's highlights are as follows.

• 88% of Year 11 students achieved grade 4+ in any subject (National average 70.7%)

  69% of Year 11 students achieved grade 5+ in any subject (England National average 55.5%)

  23% of Year 11 students achieved grade 7+ in any subject (National average 23.1%)

  97% of Year 11 students achieved grade 4+ in English Language (National average 71.4%)

  86% of Year 11 students achieved grade 5+ in English Language (National average 55%)

  86% of Year 11 students achieved grade 4+ in Maths (England National average 71.8%)

  61% of Year 11 students achieved grade 5+ in Maths (England National average 53.8%)

  94% of Year 11 students achieved 5 or more 9–4 passes in any subject

  86% of Year 11 students achieved 5 or more 9–4 passes, including English and Maths

GCSE results statement – Summer 2026

We are immensely proud of our Year 11 students; we recognise how far they have come and congratulate them all. 

Our GCSE outcomes remain strong, with 94% of students achieving 5 or more passes in any subject. 88% achieved a standard pass of grade 4 or above in any subject. This is above the national average of 70.7%. 69% of students achieved a higher strong pass of grade 5 or above in any subject. This is above the national average of 55.5%.

86% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in English Language, and 97% in English Literature. This is above the national average for GCSE English at grade 4 and above, which was 71.4%.

86% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in Maths. This is above the national average for Maths, which was 71.8%.

The year group performed very well, which reflects the hard work, determination and talent of our students, the expertise and commitment of the staff and the support of our families and wider community.

Our students combine their studies alongside a full vocational commitment. The students kept up their motivation throughout the year and their December / January mocks proved to be good practice for the real exams.

Students have stayed committed to making improvements, such as attending additional maths lessons before school and lunchtime English clubs, and that has made a big difference. As a year group, they embody so much talent, energy and ambition.

Our students leave us to continue their studies at a variety of prestigious institutes, including: Ashbourne College, ArtsEd, Hurtwood House, Laines Theatre Art, D&B Academy of Performing Arts, Wilkes Academy of Performing Arts, Elam, Bedales, Emil Dale Academy, Hampstead Fine Arts, Aldenham School.  

Most importantly, our students leave us happy and confident and equipped to take the next step in accomplishing their long-term career dreams. We are excited to see what the future holds for each of them, and we wish the class of 2026 a very happy and successful future.

Note: Statistics taken from Gov.uk. All national averages are based on 16-year olds in England only.

GCSE results – subject summary 2026