Brighton College Abu Dhabi has once again raised the bar for academic achievement, celebrating record-breaking GCSE results in 2025. Over half of all exam entries (54%) were awarded Grades 9–8, with 30% of entries receiving the top Grade 9.
This year’s performance highlights the College’s continued commitment to academic excellence, with 72% of all entries at Grades 9–7 (A*–A equivalent), 87% at Grades 9–6, and an impressive 96% at Grades 9–5. The top Grade 9 was the most common grade awarded, reflecting the ambition and dedication of the school’s pupils.
Subject Highlights and Standout Successes
Academic excellence shone across multiple subjects. Nearly three-quarters of separate science entries (Biology, Chemistry and Physics) achieved Grades 9–8, while 91% of Further Mathematics grades were at the highest levels. Geography pupils also excelled, with over three-quarters achieving Grades 9–8.
A remarkable 13 pupils achieved a full set of Grades 9–8. Among them, two pupils earned a perfect clean sweep of Grade 9s:
- Vivasvan Kaushik – 10 Grade 9s
- Aryaa Sahoo – 10 Grade 9s
Other notable achievers include:
- Nahed Bdewi – 10 Grade 9s and 1 Grade 7
- Utsaah Arpit Palan – 9 Grade 9s and 2 Grade 8s
- Kacia Shiya Huang – 9 Grade 9s and 1 Grade 8
- Jongchan Lee – 9 Grade 9s and 1 Grade 8
- Katelyn Shiqi Huang – 9 Grade 9s and 1 Grade 7
Leadership Reflections
Barney Durrant, Head Master of Brighton College Abu Dhabi, praised the pupils for their dedication:
“With 54% of all Brighton College Abu Dhabi grades being A* (8–9), our pupils can be incredibly proud of their achievements. Throughout the GCSE years, they showed high levels of dedication and commitment, and took great advantage of the support sessions, clinics and revision guidance that our staff provided. The College is delighted with their results and we look forward to welcoming them back to begin their A Level studies next week.”
Jennifer Walters, Head of Senior School, also commended the cohort:
“This summer our pupils have achieved wonderful GCSE results. Their outcomes are a consequence of the pupils’ own determination to succeed coupled with the curiosity fostered by dedicated teachers. Our pupils received exceptional academic support and inspiration from their teachers who look forward to welcoming the cohort back next week.
In addition to academic accomplishments, Brighton College Abu Dhabi is dedicated to nurturing well-rounded individuals who are equipped with essential skills for the future. Pupils have consistently demonstrated outstanding character, resilience, and community involvement, making positive contributions both inside and outside the classroom, all of which is equally celebrated by our teachers.”
A Holistic Education
While celebrating these academic accomplishments, the College also places strong emphasis on developing well-rounded individuals. Pupils at Brighton College Abu Dhabi are recognised not only for academic excellence but also for their resilience, character, and contributions to the wider community.
The results of 2025 further reinforce the school’s reputation as one of the leading British curriculum schools in the UAE, ensuring pupils are well-prepared for competitive A Level study and admission into leading global universities.
About Brighton College Abu Dhabi
Brighton College Abu Dhabi is rated ‘Very Good’ by ADEK and stands as one of the top British-curriculum schools in the Middle East, catering to pupils aged 3 to 18 years old. Operated by Bloom Education, the school consistently delivers exceptional academic results. It offers a wide array of co-curricular activities, provides outstanding pastoral care and fosters a strong sense of community at its core.
Recognised as one of the ‘Top 10’ private schools in the Middle East in the 2024 Spear’s Schools Index in partnership with Thuso, Brighton College Abu Dhabi is part of the renowned Brighton College family of Schools and serves as the sister school to England’s ‘School of the Decade’ (The Sunday Times).
Pupils at Brighton College Abu Dhabi experience a vibrant and demanding learning environment, underpinned by a distinct British independent school ethos that mirrors the values and dynamic culture of Abu Dhabi and the United Arab Emirates.
Situated in a purpose-built campus adjacent to Khalifa Park, the school features state-of-the-art facilities and is staffed by highly experienced and talented academic and support staff, maintaining the exceptional standard of education upheld by other Brighton Colleges worldwide.
Brighton College Abu Dhabi equips its pupils with the skills and knowledge necessary to achieve excellent GCSE and A-Level results, ensuring that its alumni secure placements at leading universities across the globe. The Class of 2023-24 held over 100 offers from Russell Group Universities and went on to study at universities including Exeter, Manchester, UCL, Leeds, Durham and King’s College London. Beyond the UK pupils attend prestigious institutions including Berkley, Dartmouth, UCLA, Purdue, University of Toronto, University of Geneva and Rome University of the Arts.
The school’s consecutive recognition as the ‘British School of the Year’ by LUXLife Private Education Awards in both 2022 and 2023 underscores its ongoing success.
Bloom Education, a Bloom Holding subsidiary, delivers the highest standards of a British curriculum education in the UAE and is committed to inspiring its pupils to appreciate and value local heritage and cultural diversity.
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Further Reading:
- Brighton College Abu Dhabi Pupils Celebrate Exceptional 2025 A-Level Results
- Shaping Pupil Wellbeing: A Holistic Approach at Brighton College Abu Dhabi
- Why Pastoral Care is Fundamental to Academic Achievement