GCSE Success
Building the Foundation for Future Success
Hammersmith Academy celebrated its best-ever GCSE results in August 2025, marking another year of exceptional achievement and progress across every subject area.
This success lays the vital foundations for students to thrive in our Sixth Form and beyond, equipping them not only for A Level excellence, but also for top universities, competitive apprenticeships, and rewarding professional careers.
Record-Breaking Results
These outstanding outcomes place Hammersmith Academy within the top 15% of schools nationally for student progress, proving that students here make greater academic gains than the national average.
Outstanding Outcomes Across the Curriculum
Alongside strong overall outcomes, students achieved impressive results in core subjects and the sciences, demonstrating both breadth and academic excellence.
- 78% achieved a strong pass in English
- 60% achieved a strong pass in Mathematics
- 48% achieved grades 9–7 in Chemistry
- 41% achieved grades 9–7 in Biology and Physics
High Achievement for Every Student
Hammersmith Academy has a fair banding admissions process, welcoming students across the full ability range and creating a genuinely comprehensive community. Students with strong prior attainment consistently achieve the highest GCSE grades, with many securing grades 7, 8 and 9 across a broad range of subjects.
These outcomes reflect the strength of our teaching, pastoral support and ambitious curriculum, which develops the knowledge, confidence and resilience needed for real world success.
This foundation prepares students to progress to leading universities, including Oxford and the Russell Group, as well as competitive degree apprenticeships with major employers.
GCSE Standout Successes
Ottilie Burrill Smith – 9 grade 9s and 1 grade 8
“I’m completely over the moon with my results… None of this would have been possible without my amazing teachers. Now I’m excited to push myself further and aim for equally strong A Levels.”
Nyi Linn Khant – 9 grade 9s
“These results reflect all the hard work and consistency I put in throughout the year. I’m so grateful to my teachers for motivating me and pushing me to do my best.”
Mei Lin Antigny – 8 grade 9s and 3 grade 8s
“The focused exam lessons and endless essay practice made all the difference. I’m excited to push myself even further in Sixth Form.”
Ilinca Onisii – 7 grade 9s and 3 grade 8s
Chiara Repole Federico – 7 grade 9s and 2 grade 8s
Suleiman Mohamed – 5 grade 9s and 4 grade 8s
“GCSEs were the first big challenge, and I’ve learned that with hard work and persistence you can achieve your goals.”
Aochen Luo – 3 grade 9s and 5 grade 8s
“The after-school interventions helped me a lot throughout the GCSE process… My advice is to keep working hard but not stress too much along the way.”
Headteacher’s Comment
Headteacher, Mr Gary Kynaston, said:
“We are absolutely delighted that this year’s GCSE results are the best on record, with positive progress across all subjects. These outcomes are a testament to the hard work and ambition of our students and the dedication of our staff in providing the best academic environment.
Education is about changing life chances—and it’s clear that we do that consistently at Hammersmith Academy. GCSE success here provides the foundation for students to thrive in our Sixth Form, preparing them for the next step towards university, apprenticeships, and ultimately, fulfilling and rewarding careers.”
