Bournville GCSE results 2026: It was a celebratory morning yesterday, as Year 11 students at Bournville School received a fantastic set of GCSE results.
The class of 2026 has shown immense perseverance and commitment to their studies with the number of students securing top grades of 7 and above almost doubling since 2024.
Sustained success in double science led to a 100% pass rate in Physics and Chemistry this year, while the proportion of students achieving a pass in Mathematics also increased.
Practical and creative subjects were another highlight of this year’s results. Students in Food Technology and Drama demonstrated outstanding talent and flair, achieving a fantastic set of grades that reflect their creativity, hard work and dedication. Art has also seen continuous growth across all grade boundaries for the third consecutive year.
Head of Academy, Rekha Dhinsa, said seeing results improving year on year reflects the rising aspirations within our classrooms – supported brilliantly by dedicated teaching staff and the wider school community.
She added: “It has been wonderful to receive such positive feedback from our parents and students. This shared positivity is clearly reflected in our daily life, with attendance continuing to rise and behaviour metrics improving across the board, creating a space where our young people can thrive.
“Academically, this positive culture has yielded excellent results, continuing a strong upward trajectory. We are thrilled to report a substantial increase in our highest achievers across our curriculum.
“We are also thrilled to celebrate the exceptional achievements of our bilingual students, who secured universally outstanding outcomes and top grades across a variety of home languages.
“Bournville School’s core mission is to empower every single student to succeed, no matter their starting point. These results highlight the strength of the school’s inclusive approach, high expectations, and students’ drive to excel.
“We celebrate their successes today and eagerly anticipate all the brilliant things they will go on to achieve in their future educational and career endeavours.”
