A Level Results 2026

Published by The Leys School on Monday 17th of August 2026

On Thursday 13 August, The Leys celebrated an excellent A Level Results day for the 2026 cohort of Year 13 pupils.

This year, one in six pupils achieved a A* grading, with half of all grades attaining A-A*, and almost 80% graded A*-B, reflecting the consistently high standards achieved by Leysians. Furthermore, a third of pupils achieved at least 3 A’s in their results.

Amongst the many impressive individual performances were several exceptional achievements , including Sharon D, Aimie D, Petr L, Archie N, Sofi P and David S, all of whom achieved A* grades in every subject, and to Shengnian C, John D, Lochie H, Josh L, Joella O and Joseph S who achieved two or more A* grades. Congratulations to Sharon D and Misha N who will take up their places at the University of Cambridge studying Mathematics and the University of Oxford University to read Mathematics and Computer Science, respectively.

The Leys was also delighted to receive notification from the OCR examination board that Sofi P has also been commended as a top performer in her A Level Art. Many congratulations to Sofi and the Art Department for this impressive achievement.

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Dr Clare Ives, Head of the Leys, commented: “I am delighted to congratulate our Upper Sixth pupils on an outstanding set of A Level results. These achievements reflect not only their academic ability, but also the determination, resilience and sense of purpose they have demonstrated throughout their time at The Leys.

As they prepare to take their next steps, whether at university, apprenticeships or other exciting pathways, they do so with the confidence, character and skills that will enable them to thrive in an ever-changing world. We are immensely proud of all they have accomplished.

My sincere thanks go to our exceptional teaching and support staff, whose dedication, expertise and encouragement have helped our pupils realise their potential, and to parents and families for their invaluable support throughout this journey.

It is a privilege to celebrate the successes of this remarkable year group. I wish each member of the Class of 2026 every happiness and success in the future and look forward to welcoming the next generation of Old Leysians.”