We are thrilled to celebrate the outstanding GCSE results of our Year 11 students. The Class of 2025 have achieved record-breaking results, going even further than last year’s historic success. These results put Ash Hill Academy well above local, regional, and national averages and confirm that our academy continues to go from strength to strength. 

Headline Results 

  • 67% of students achieved a Grade 4 or higher in both English and Maths. 
  • 50% of students achieved a strong pass (Grade 5+) in English and Maths – far higher than the national picture. 

Subject Highlights 

  • In English, nearly a third of students (29%) achieved the top grades of 7 or above. 
  • In the sciences, results were outstanding: 
  • 73% of students achieved a Grade 7+ in Chemistry 
  • 52% achieved a Grade 7+ in Biology 
  • 57% achieved a Grade 7+ in Physics 
  • In Geography, 32% of students achieved a Grade 7+. 
  • In French, 90% of students achieved a strong pass (5+). 
  • In creative and vocational subjects, our students also excelled: 
  • 36% achieved Distinction or Distinction* (7+) in Sports Science 
  • 40% achieved Distinction or Distinction* in Dance 
  • 30% achieved a Grade 7+ in Art 

Recognised Excellence 

These incredible results build on national recognition. In 2024, Ash Hill Academy was proudly named as being in the Top 15 schools in South Yorkshire for progress and was also identified as the 37th most improved school in England. 

This year’s record-breaking GCSE results show that our academy continues to climb even higher, delivering on our promise of Changing Lives, Improving Outcomes for every student. 

An Academy That Changes Lives 

The success of the Class of 2025 is down to their hard work, resilience, and ambition, combined with the dedication of our amazing staff and the support of families. Together, we are proving what can be achieved when expectations are high and everyone works together. 

Our recent Ofsted inspection in May 2025 praised Ash Hill Academy for being ambitious for all pupils, for the quality of teaching, and for the significant improvements in achievement across the school. Inspectors highlighted how our pupils know staff “want the best for them” – something we are incredibly proud of. 

Looking Ahead 

The Class of 2025 leave us with record-breaking results, high aspirations, and the confidence to thrive at sixth form, college, apprenticeships, or in the world of work. 

We are so proud of every single one of our students and know they will make every success of their futures!