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Congratulations to Westminster City School’s Sixth Form, class of 2023, on their exceptional and richly deserved A-level results. Against a backdrop of grade deflation where the proportion of top grades in England has fallen significantly, the school saw a rise in the proportion of students achieving the top A* and A grades with a quarter of all grades at this level.

Over a 1/3 of students have secured places at Russell Group or top 10 ranked UK Universities, and they will complete their studies in subjects ranging from Medicine to Theoretical Physics, and from Law to Geography. A record number of students will start degree courses at universities from Edinburgh to Exeter. Other students hold places on competitive and prestigious degree apprenticeships. Staff at Palace Street are immensely proud of all these students have accomplished throughout their two years especially as this was the first time having the experience of opening public examination results. 

David, who achieved three A*s and an A will be studying Economics at the University of Bath. The moment he opened his results, he expressed his gratitude saying: 

“It is important to recognise and accept when help is needed. I am grateful to all my teachers at Westminster City School’s Sixth Form who created the environment for me to be able to seek help and advice regarding my subjects during my A-levels. This provided a stable foundation which allowed me to grow and develop academically, with the ability to understand the curriculum and beyond. My seven-year journey at Westminster City School has been phenomenal, and I look back with great fondness.” 

25% of grades were at either A* or A grade and over three quarters of all grades were at A* to C grades. This is against a background of top grades (A* and A) falling by close to 10%. 

Ana, who achieved A* A B has been offered a Digital Marketing Apprenticeship with Channel 4 who has the UK’s biggest streaming service said: 

“When I decided to join Westminster City School’s Sixth Form in Year 12 it was an anxious time, especially because I was leaving a familiar environment, I was not sure if I wanted to take the risk. However, on reflection, this was the best decision that I made and there are absolutely no regrets. The school has supported me with my apprenticeship decision and really instilled in me life skills that I will never forget. I am thankful that I have the option to also study Business Management at King’s College London.” 

Caleb, who received two A’s and an A* will be studying Human, Social, and Political Sciences at the University of Cambridge. He said: 

“I am ecstatic about the grades that I have achieved because it highlights the importance of hard work, patience, and resilience. Due to the location of Westminster City School’s Sixth Form, I was able to get involved in a variety of extra-curricular activities which has helped me to learn new skills, develop my public speaking skills and networking skills. Additionally, my confidence has increased immensely because I was always encouraged by the teachers to say, ‘yes’ to new opportunities and come out of my comfort zone.” 

Commenting on this year’s A Level results success, Headteacher, Mr Peter Broughton said: 

“I am very happy indeed with the outcomes for this year’s Year 13 and delighted for all the students. The class of 2023 are our largest cohort in living memory and had the disadvantage of being a year group who were unable to sit any formal assessments for their GCSEs as well as facing two lockdowns. The improving trend in results, bucking the national picture, and the large number going onto exciting university and apprenticeships is very much in keeping with our ambition to continue being a school which inspires excellence in the heart of London. I wish every student well for the future and trust that through the school’s alumni association, they will stay in touch with the school.” 

Ms Katie Dennis, Assistant Headteacher, said:  

“On behalf of the Sixth Form team, we are so proud of the achievements of these excellent students. They have achieved a set of fantastic results with some particularly impressive individual achievements. They have been studious, conscientious, and so passionate about their studies. It is particularly impressive as they also endured COVID disruptions during their GCSE years and are going onto an excellent array of courses at a range of prestigious universities. They will be deeply missed by the staff at Westminster City School.”