Results & destinations
Please find below our GCSE, A level, BTEC and EPQ results for the 2024-25 academic year as well as our leaver's university destinations and courses.
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A level & BTEC Results 2025
- 9% A*
- 36% A-A*
- 63% A-B*
- 86% A-C*
Overall pass rate: 99%
Year 13 pupils at Giggleswick School celebrate their A Level and BTEC success, with many now moving on to a wide variety of exciting and ambitious destinations. We are pleased to share that our A*-A equivalent results are 36%, with A*-C results at 86% and an overall pass rate of 99%.
This year’s results see our pupils embarking on diverse next steps, including red-brick and Russell Group universities such as Durham, Newcastle, Exeter, and Edinburgh, as well as securing highly sought-after Degree Apprenticeships with top employers such as Rolls-Royce, Jaguar Land Rover, and KPMG. These achievements are a reflection of the school’s ongoing commitment to excellent academic outcomes and personalised pathways for every pupil. In total, 46 pupils completed their A Levels, with future studies including:
- Mathematics at Durham University
- Business Management at Lancaster and Newcastle Universities
- Law with European Study at the University of Exeter
- Chemical Engineering at Newcastle University
- Social Anthropology and Politics at The University of Edinburgh
- Bioveterinary Science at the University of Liverpool
- Social Policy and Politics at the University of Bristol
- Physiotherapy at Manchester Metropolitan University
- Multimedia Journalism at Manchester Metropolitan University
- Bespoke Tailoring at the University of the Arts London
- Degree Apprenticeship with Rolls-Royce
- Degree Apprenticeship with Jaguar Land Rover
- Degree Apprenticeship with KPMG
- TEFL course leading to teaching English in Barcelona and Thailand
EPQ Results:
- A/A* - 56%
- A*/B - 67%
- A*/C - 81%
“I am proud of the dedication and resilience shown by our pupils. The consistency in our A*-B and A*-C grades highlights the academic strength and support within the school. Our pupils are heading to an impressive range of destinations from top universities to competitive degree apprenticeships and meaningful gap year experiences. Whether it’s Social Work, Mechanical Engineering, Modern Languages, or Animal Behaviour, the breadth of courses chosen speaks to the individuality and ambition of our pupils. At Giggleswick, we remain committed to preparing every pupil for the next stage of their journey, and today’s achievements are a testament to that focus.”
Sam Hart, Headmaster
GCSE Results 2025
Grade 9 - 7%
Grade 9-8 - 19%
Year 11 pupils at Giggleswick School are celebrating an excellent set of GCSE results, with standout achievements across a wide range of subjects. Core academic areas including Languages, Humanities, Sciences, Drama, and Music showed particularly strong performance, delivering impressive Value Added scores with pupils achieving between half a grade and over a full grade higher than predicted.
A remarkable 34% of all GCSE grades awarded were 7–9, significantly above the national average. International pupils excelled once again, with 58% achieving top grades of 7–9, reflecting the global strength and academic support provided at the school.
Academic Scholars also impressed, achieving a 100% A–A pass rate* in the Higher Project Qualification (HPQ) - an advanced, independent research project that allows students to delve into a topic of personal academic interest.
These outcomes reflect Giggleswick School’s commitment to academic achievement, personalised support, and helping every pupil reach their full potential in preparation for further study.
Headmaster, Sam Hart, has praised the year group saying:
“Congratulations to all our GCSE pupils on their well-earned success. Their hard work, resilience, and ambition have laid a strong foundation for the exciting journey ahead. As they now enter the Sixth Form, they embark on a transformative chapter filled with opportunity, challenge, and growth. They will be encouraged to think deeply, lead boldly, and contribute meaningfully to the community around them. We look forward to supporting them every step of the way. The future is there to be shaped, let’s make it remarkable”