There were smiles, celebrations and plenty of proud moments at Kimbolton School this morning as pupils collected an impressive set of GCSE results, with more than half of all grades awarded at 9–7. 

GCSE highlights for the Class of 2026 include:  

• 16% of grades were Grade 9 

• 34% of grades were Grades 9-8 

• 54% of grades were Grades 9-7 

• 95% of grades were Grades 9-4 

Individual performances were equally impressive. Eighteen pupils averaged a Grade 8 or higher across all their subjects, while two achieved a clean sweep of Grade 9s. 

This impressive set of numbers reflects the curiosity and commitment of pupils who have embraced every opportunity to shine during their time at Kimbolton School. Whether their future lies in science, the arts, engineering, medicine, business or public service, these young people are leaving Year 11 with bright futures ahead.

Notable subject achievements 

Outstanding outcomes were achieved across a broad range of subjects, with particularly impressive performances in the humanities, languages, creative subjects and sciences. 

French produced exceptional results, with 54% of grades at Grade 9 and 71% at Grades 9–7, while in History, 60% of grades were awarded at 9–8 and 75% at 9–7. 

There were also excellent performances in the creative subjects. In Art, 55% of grades were at 9–8 and 73% at 9–7; in Music, 75% of grades were at 9–7; and in Food & Nutrition, 79% of grades were at 9–7. 

The sciences also performed strongly, with 64% of Physics grades and 62% of Chemistry grades awarded at 9–7. 

Will Chuter, Headmaster at Kimbolton School, said: 

We are incredibly proud of our Year 11 pupils and all they have accomplished so far in their school careers. Their results are a testament to this group’s hard work, character and ambition, as well as the effort that they put into all the other parts of school life that make Kimbolton such an exciting place to be – joyous friendships, stimulating co-curricular opportunities, fun House life, risk-taking and adventure. Alongside excellent teaching and great parental support, these things make a happy, successful child here. I am looking forward to seeing them grow further in the Sixth Form, creating and taking more opportunities as they launch themselves into the world with confidence. They are the stars of tomorrow! Very many congratulations, everyone!” 

Building on this year’s excellent A Level results, the GCSE outcomes further reinforce Kimbolton School’s reputation as one of Cambridgeshire’s leading independent schools, preparing pupils to become the innovators, leaders and changemakers of tomorrow. 

Located in the heart of Cambridgeshire, Kimbolton School educates over 1,000 pupils aged 3 to 18. The school combines a historic setting, including its own castle, with outstanding modern facilities and a forward-looking approach to education.  

See the results here: