Outstanding achievement in GCSE results at St. Edmund’s Independent School, Hindhead

Pupils at St Edmund’s, Hindhead have again achieved an outstanding set of GCSE results and posted a fantastic 97% pass rate (grades 4-9) against a national average of 67%.  At a time when grades are falling nationally, at St Edmund’s the pass rate continues to improve.

All pupils achieved a 100% pass rate in Maths, Biology, Art, Latin, Drama, Spanish, History, Music, Sports Science, and PE, and a 99% Pass Rate across English and Maths.  Almost a fifth of passes were at the most demanding grade 9 and more than a third of candidates were awarded grade 9 in one or more subjects.  The proportion of grades awarded at 7-9 (the old A*/A grades) was an impressive 45% compared to a national average of 22%.  

The average Value-Added score for GCSE subjects was an amazing +1.4 based on CAT4 predictors. This means that St Edmund’s pupils achieved more than one grade higher on average per subject than external testing predicted at the start of their GCSE programme. Value-added ratings by subject ranged from +0.7 to an exceptional +3.5.

Across all departments, pupils demonstrated outstanding scholarship. In Additional Maths, Music and Latin, 100% of students scored grades 7-9 (the old A*/A grades), whilst in the Sciences those top grades were achieved by 86% in Biology and 79% in Chemistry and Physics. These results showcase not only our pupil’s academic proficiency across various subjects but also their skill in balancing rigorous studies with extracurricular commitments, be it in sports, music, or theatre.

Current and recent leavers have been successful in gaining places at a wide range of 6th Form providers including ArtEds, Blundell’s School, Bohunt, Charterhouse, Churcher’s College, Cranleigh, Godalming College, Guildford College, Royal Grammar School, St Edward’s Oxford and Stonar School, as well as scholarships at a mixture of schools including Blundell’s School, Charterhouse, Churcher’s College, Cranleigh and Seaford College.  

The Headmaster, Adam Walliker, commented, "My congratulations go to our pupils on another tremendous set of GCSE results. The superb Value-Added score of +1.4 reflects our innovative academic arrangements with average class sizes of eighteen pupils for core subjects, twelve pupils on average per class for GCSE option block subjects, and a wide range of regular catch-up workshops and seminars to keep pupils on track and extend them.  Of course, the results are also testament to the dedication and care of the wonderful teachers and pastoral staff at St. Edmund’s who provide the hugely supportive environment in which the children can thrive and get the very best out of themselves.”