- 84% of results graded A*-B
- 40% of results graded A*-A
- 84% of first choice university places offered
London, 14 August 2025: Blackheath High School is delighted to announce its highest set of A*-B results at A-level since the Covid years, with 40% of results graded A*-A and 84% of our students offered their first choice of university. Sustaining the success of recent years, these results reflect the highly aspirational academic environment fostered at Blackheath High School.
Head, Natalie Argile, shared her pride in this year’s achievements, saying,
“These results reflect the incredible effort and commitment of our students. Behind each grade lies a personal journey of perseverance, resilience and determination. Our school embeds academic attainment in a holistic curriculum that is designed to instil confidence, happiness and a thirst for learning. We are immensely proud of these bright and ambitious young people, who now go forward with their talents and passion to even greater achievements in their chosen field.”
Our students’ exceptional A-level results have opened doors to exciting new opportunities at some of the UK’s most prestigious universities and most competitive courses. Students wishing to apply for these destinations are supported by our enhanced, bespoke Competitive Admissions Programme, which guides students through applications to the most selective universities and medicine-related disciplines.
Top university destinations this year include the University of Cambridge, Imperial College London, the University of Leeds, the Royal Academy of Music and the University of Exeter.
The phenomenal range of chosen courses include Aeronautical & Aerospace Engineering, Biochemistry, Economics, English, Fashion Textiles, Mathematics and Politics.
The breadth of individual student pathways include English at University of Cambridge, Physics at King’s College London, a harp specialism at the Royal Academy of Music, Architecture at the University of Manchester, Biomedical Sciences at the University of Exeter, Politics at the University of Warwick, and Psychology at Goldsmiths, University of London.
Furthermore, every Extended Project Qualification this year achieved a grade A*-B. These independent research projects allow our students to delve into a topic of their choice and develop valuable research, project management and presentation skills. The experience is highly valued by universities, with these studies equivalent to an extra half an A-level carrying further UCAS points. This year, students have presented EPQs ranging from ‘Exploring the importance of music in Shakespeare’s plays to ‘Can Mammals Reproduce by Parthenogenesis?’.
Natalie Argile continues,
“It is inspiring to see our students following paths driven by their true passions. The variety of universities and courses they are choosing highlights not only their impressive academic talents but also their courage to pursue what excites them, something we fully encourage and celebrate.
“Our support for academic growth is yielding such positive outcomes, from exceptional exam results to students securing the opportunities they aspire to. Sixth Form and academic excellence remain at the heart of our School Vision, and it is wonderful to see the progress reflected in the successes of our students today.
“When students leave Blackheath High, they become part of an extraordinary group of inspirational women who form the GDST alumnae network. Our newest alumnae will go on to be cherished members of this life-long community of over 100,000 women. I know that today’s achievements will propel these students and those that come after them to have a sustaining impact in any direction they choose for themselves.
“We are immensely grateful to our dedicated teachers and supportive parents, whose guidance and encouragement make all the difference. As we celebrate these achievements, we look forward to watching our students continue to thrive in higher education and beyond, and nurturing the next generation of thinkers, creators and trailblazers.”
To see for yourself how we support girls to achieve their best, come along to our Sixth Form Open Evening on Tuesday 7 October, or visit the Sixth Form in action on the morning of Thursday 9 October. See our website for information and booking: https://www.blackheathhighschool.gdst.net/1967/sixth-form-open-events
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Notes to Editors
Blackheath High School GDST is an independent girls’ school (aged 3-18) in Blackheath, London SE3 with over 700 students on roll, and has been named in the Shortlist for ‘Independent Girls’ School of the Year’ by the Independent Schools of the Year Awards 2025.
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The school is a member of the Girls’ Day School Trust (GDST), the UK’s leading group of independent girls’ schools. As a charity that owns and runs a family of schools and academies in England and Wales, it reinvests all its income in its schools. Founded in 1872, the GDST has a long history of pioneering innovation in the education of girls. For more details, please visit www.gdst.net.