Dubai College is celebrating another year of remarkable GCSE results, with students, staff, and families coming together to recognise outstanding achievement. The school is showcasing exceptional attainment across the cohort, with benchmarking placing Dubai College among the very best performing schools worldwide.
- 32 of the 148 students are achieving straight 9s
- 73 students are securing straight 8s and 9s
- The overall average grade across all GCSE entries is standing at 8.4
- 88% of students are meeting or exceeding their targets in all subjects
- External benchmarking is confirming an ALPS Value Added score of 1, placing Dubai College in the top 1% of schools with comparable cohorts
Voices From the Community
Head of Middle School Kathryn Hill is commending the effort and determination of Year 11 students.
“Well done Year 11! I am absolutely delighted with these results, which reflect your hard work and determination to achieve your best. Each and every one of you should take pride in your achievements and I wish you continued success as you move on to the next phase of your education.”
Headmaster Tom Duckling is celebrating the collective commitment that is driving success at Dubai College.
“These results are a reflection of the work of our entire community. They are an outstanding performance by the young people that inspire us every day at Dubai College, but they are also a product of the passion and commitment of our teachers, our support staff and our parent body.”
Dubai College GCSE Results Summary
Cohort size 148 students
Exam entries 1,456
Entries graded A/9* 60.0%
Entries graded A/9 to 8* 83.8%
Entries graded A to A or 9 to 7* 94.7%
Entries graded A to B or 9 to 6* 98.3%
Entries graded A to C or 9 to 4* 99.9%
Students with 5 A to C or 9 to 4 including English and Maths* 100%
Overall pass rate A to C* 99.9%
Highest number of grades by an individual student 10
Students excluded from statistics 0
Year on Year GCSE Overview
| Measure | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort size | 148 | 150 | 153 | 136 |
| Exam entries | 1,456 | 1,419 | 1,468 | 1,396 |
| Entries graded A*/9 | 60.0% | 59.4% | 51.6% | 60.7% |
| Entries graded A*/9 to 8 | 83.8% | 83.7% | 78.0% | 83.0% |
| Entries graded A* to A or 9 to 7 | 94.7% | 94.9% | 91.9% | 93.9% |
| Entries graded A* to B or 9 to 6 | 98.3% | 98.9% | 98.2% | 98.5% |
| Entries graded A* to C or 9 to 4 | 99.9% | 99.9% | 99.9% | 100% |
| 5 A* to C or 9 to 4 including English and Maths | 100% | 100% | 100% | 100% |
| Overall pass rate A* to C | 99.9% | 99.9% | 99.9% | 100% |
| Highest number of grades by a student | 10 | 11 | 11 | 11 |
| Students excluded from statistics | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Supporting student progression
As results are being celebrated, students are preparing for their next academic chapter. Dubai College is continuing to provide guidance for subject pathways, pastoral support, and preparation for higher education.
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