Students at Hymers College are once again celebrating after achieving highly impressive A Level results.
Sixth Form students, along with their families and teachers, are marking an exceptional year of academic success – reflecting the school’s continued commitment to high achievement and all-round development.
For the first time, Hymers is also celebrating the success of its BTEC students, following the recent introduction of BTEC Sport to its curriculum.
Key highlights from this year’s results at the independent school in Hull include:
- 54% of all grades awarded were A* or A, or equivalent
- 77% of all grades awarded were A*- B, or equivalent
- Almost two thirds of students studying three or more A Levels achieved ABB or better
- 100% of BTEC Sport students achieved Distinction Star or Distinction
- 92% of all grades were A*- C, or equivalent.
Hymers students excelled across a wide range of subjects, with standout achievements including:
- 84% of Science grades at A*- B
- 82% of Maths grades A*- B
- 100% of Business grades A*- B
- 90% of Politics grades A* or A
- 86% of Computer Science grades A*- B
Many students are now progressing to leading universities to study a wide range of courses – including Politics, International Business, Classics, Medicine and Fine Art – while others embark on alternative high-value pathways, including competitive apprenticeships at leading national and international employers.
A total of six students have secured a place at either Oxford or Cambridge, collectively known as the ‘Oxbridge’ universities.
Sam Hussain, 18, from west Hull, secured an incredible four A* grades – in Maths, Further Maths, Chemistry and Physics.
Now, with an offer to study Computer Science at Cambridge, he’s preparing to take the next step towards a career in software engineering.
Reflecting on his time at Hymers Sixth Form, Sam said: “It’s been very good here at Hymers. The teaching has been excellent, and it’s been really enjoyable.
“The staff are always there for you, encouraging you to do your best, and the other students are supportive as well.”
“I’m now going to study Computer Science at Cambridge. Beyond that, I’m thinking of working in software engineering.”
Riya Gupta, 18, from Anlaby, also celebrated a full set of A* grades, in Biology, Chemistry, Maths and for her Extended Project Qualification.
After nine years at Hymers, Riya is preparing to begin a degree in Medicine at Imperial College London, with ambitions to become a doctor in the future.
Reflecting on her time at Hymers, Riya said: “I’ve really enjoyed it here… I think it’s been really good for me.
“I’d like to be a doctor in the future, and I think Hymers has certainly put me on the right path to achieve that.
“The staff have been really supportive, and I’ve developed some really close friends. They’ve become like family.”
Mary Gibbons, 18, from Hull, secured A* grades in Biology, Chemistry and Business.
She is now taking a gap year after securing a contract for fashion modelling in Milan, Paris and London.
Mary said: “I’m so happy with my results – I wasn’t expecting that!
“I’ve been at Hymers since I was nine-years-old, and it’s given me so many opportunities and experiences, including playing in the hockey team and making so many friends.
“It’s definitely also given me so much confidence.”
Headmaster Justin Stanley said: “A Level and BTEC results day marks the endpoint of the Hymers journey for these students and, in many cases, their parents as well.
“It’s a celebration and a recognition of all the hard work and collective endeavours of students, staff and parents.
“It’s wonderful to see our students rewarded not only for their hard work in the classroom but also for the many ways in which they’ve contributed to the Hymers community. They’ve been exceptional role models for the younger pupils.
“We look forward to hearing all about what these tremendous individuals go on to do and staying connected to them, both in the short and longer term – once a Hymerian, always a Hymerian.
“While we will, of course, miss the Class of 2025, we know that we send them off fully prepared to meet the challenges ahead of them and make a positive contribution to their universities, places of work and wider communities.
“We know that the lessons they’ve learned – both in and out of the classroom – will last well beyond their time with us, and we know that in very many cases they’ve made friends at Hymers that will last a lifetime.”
Mr Stanley also had a special word for the first Hymers BTEC students.
“Thanks very much to our BTEC pioneers, who’ve blazed a trail for others to follow,” he said.
The latest success comes on the back of outstanding results in 2024, with Department for Education (DfE) data placing Hymers students top in Hull, East Yorkshire and Northern Lincolnshire.
For more information about Hymers College, visit www.hymerscollege.co.uk