A Level Results Day 2025: outstanding set of results with over 56% of grades awarded A*/A
NWC students, parents and staff had much to celebrate this morning with 56% of this year’s A Level and EPQ grades awarded at grades A*/A. Head, Rebecca Brown, said: “We are unashamedly ambitious for each and every Northwood student, so I am thrilled that the most common A Level grade this year has been grade A. With 80% of today’s total grades being A*-B, and 97% of the grades at A*-C, these results are a true testament to the dedication and hard work demonstrated every day by our students and teachers alike.”
True advocates for girls’ education, Northwood College teachers are passionate and innovative educators who ignite intellectual curiosity, and unlock an insatiable thirst for discovery, whilst stretching and challenging each student to be her very best self.
Mrs Brown commented: “We have very high expectations for ourselves and for all our girls, which is why we were particularly proud to announce last month that we have been shortlisted for the fourth consecutive year for the Independent Schools of the Year Awards. Our brilliant students, who immerse themselves in their subjects and always motivate and champion one another to excel, have justifiably been rewarded today with accolades including 92% of Mathematics grades being awarded at grades A*-B, 83% of our History grades at A*/A, and 75% of our Geography grades at A*/A.
I am delighted to see the humanities subjects excel, as they equip young women with the valuable skills applicable to a far-reaching range of academic and professional paths. Critical thinking, verbal and oral communication, research, analysis, an understanding of diverse perspectives, and the ability to form and articulate reasoned arguments are all crucial aptitudes for success in the future workplace and leadership roles.”
Congratulations are extended to Northwood College’s Arts and Languages Departments who celebrated 100% A*/A grades with their A Level Textiles, Music, French and Latin students.
Charlotte (A*A*A*A) who is set to study Classics at Oxford University said: “I feel overall relieved. It has been a lot of hard work over the past two years. I got full marks in one of the units in music, which is a minor miracle! I don’t know how I did it! I am looking forward to studying Classics at Oxford University as I love studying how language interacts with literature. I would like to thank my parents for their unconditional love and support and my teachers for always believing in me and most recently for helping me with my applications. I will keep in touch with everyone here and am now going home to watch the cricket!” Mum said: “We are absolutely delighted with Charlotte’s results – they are very well deserved as she has worked so hard. We are so grateful to all of her wonderful teachers and the wider school more generally, she would not be where she is today without their guidance and support.”
Keira (A*AA) who is set to study Classics at Cambridge University said: “I am so relieved and happy and excited! I cannot wait to join my sister at Cambridge.” Elina, sister and NWC alumna said: “Insanely proud, over the moon, it has been great to see her go all the way through school and now beyond. I cannot wait to see what else she does”. Mum said: “I am so proud and eternally grateful to all the staff at Northwood College who have nurtured, encouraged and cheered her on every day since Nursery. Best parenting decision we ever made.” Dad added: “I am so very proud of her and of her school.”
Ishaa (A*AA) who is set to study Law at King’s College London said: “I am a bit speechless! It is such a relief, and I am really looking forward to the next chapter. I am so grateful to everyone at Northwood College and I will definitely keep in touch”. Mum said: “Ishaa started at Northwood College in 2009 and from day one we knew it was the right school for her. We are extremely proud of her and would like to thank all the teachers throughout the school for their continued dedication and commitment.”
Deaana (A*A*A) who is set to study Chemistry with Mathematics at University College London said: “I feel over the moon. Words cannot express how grateful I am to all the teachers, my parents and my sister for their support throughout my A Level journey. I will be going to UCL to study Chemistry and Maths so I can pursue a career in the pharmaceutical or financial industry.” Mum said: “I am tremendously proud of Deaana. She has outshone herself. I am also proud of the commitment she has shown and she is a huge inspiration to her sister. Thank you to Northwood College for all your support and encouragement.”
Anaya (A*AA) who is set to study Geography at Bristol University said: “I am really happy and proud and I want to thank my family and my school for all of their support and help to make this happen. I am really looking forward to the next couple of years.” Mum said: “I am super proud of Anaya’s amazing achievement. All the hard work and diligence has paid off.”
Zara (AAA) who is set to study International Management at Manchester University said: “I am so happy and relieved. I could not thank my teachers enough, they have always been there for me. I will miss everyone at school but am looking forward to the next stage!” Mum said: “I am very proud! So much of this is down to the school, Zara wouldn’t have done it without the support she has had. If your daughter is not at Northwood College, she should be!” Dad added: “I am so proud and want to say a big thank you to Zara’s teachers. The assistance she has always had over the years with regards to her dyslexia has been outstanding. She started her journey in Nursery and it has been fantastic all the way through.”
Kushi (A*AB) who is set to study History and Sociology at Warwick University said: “I am really really happy and so looking forward to going to Warwick. I want to thank all my teachers and my parents for their support and encouragement.” Mum said: “I am over the moon that she got her grades. She has worked so hard and this success is very much deserved. I am so proud, a big thank you to all of Khushi’s teachers for the fantastic support she has had at NWC.”
Sara (BBB) who is set to study Economics and International Relations at SOAS University of London said: “I am relieved and grateful for the support the school has given me. I would like to thank my parents, the senior leadership team and all my teachers.” Dad added: “We made a sacrifice with the distance but it certainly paid off!”
Prisha (A*AB), who is set to study Exercise Science at the University of Bath and would like to become a Sports Therapist, said: “I am so relieved, it is better than what I expected. In fact, I am at a loss for words.” Mum said: “We are very proud and delighted with these results.”
Aliya (A*AA), who is set to study Political Economy at King’s College London said: “I am really happy and thankful for everyone at Northwood College who believed in me. All the support the school has given me has been really instrumental in my success.” Mum added: “We are ecstatic and so glad the wait for results is over!”
Kyanne (A*A*B) who is set to study English Literature and Creative Writing at Warwick University said: “With new opportunities around the corner, I would like to express my gratitude towards all of the amazing school staff, who have supported me through all my endeavours. I will definitely be back to visit! I hope to become either a writer or lawyer because I am really interested in how literature can connect people, and how law has so much power. I really want to help people in the best way I can.”
Mrs Brown concludes: “Our Year 13 have worked hard consistently throughout their school careers, and can now look forward to taking their well-deserved places at renowned institutions, such as, Cambridge University, University of Warwick, Kings College London, Oxford University, University of Nottingham, Imperial College, Cardiff University, University of Birmingham and University of Leeds, where they will go on to study subjects ranging from Chemistry to Classics.
Set to take their place in a world that they see full of opportunity, Northwood students leave school with the confidence, skill set and values to excel in the workplace. Embarking on a lifelong love of learning and emboldened to talk out on issues that matter to them, they are set to live lives of purpose, integrity and impact – happy and ambitious young women with fire in their bellies, and ready to reshape the world!”