Ipswich School is delighted to celebrate the success of its Year 11 pupils, who have once again secured excellent GCSE results that reflect both their ability and their commitment to learning.
In 2025, 139 students completed their GCSEs, with almost 60% of all grades awarded at 7–9, and every student achieving grades 4–9 in at least five subjects, highlighting both the consistency and breadth of achievement across the year group. Impressively, well over half of the cohort (74 students) secured grades 7, 8 or 9 (previously A*/A) in at least six subjects.
Reflecting on his first year as Head, Nick Gregory said: “Right across the 2024/25 academic year, I have been delighted to discover an established culture in Year 11 of teacher-pupil collaboration, of regular advice and extra study support for those that need it most, and of individual subjects going above-and-beyond in the weeks and months before the ‘exam season’. This is what sits behind this set of results and this is why not just our pupils, but also their dedicated and outstanding teachers, should feel a justifiable sense of pride and satisfaction today.”
The vast majority of students will continue into Ipswich Sixth Form, joining another part of the school recognised for its outstanding academic outcomes, with last week’s A Level results providing further evidence of that success.
Andrew Bradshaw, Head of Middle School, added: “This cohort has shown remarkable dedication. Their achievements reflect not only hard work, but also a collaborative spirit, resilience, and a vibrant commitment to co-curricular life, particularly in Drama, Music, and Sport. They have grown in confidence and character, and we look forward to seeing them carry these qualities into Sixth Form and beyond.”
Ipswich School continues to nurture capable, confident and motivated learners through a broad and ambitious curriculum, and has been named Suffolk’s top independent school in The Sunday Times Schools Guide for the past nine years.
Congratulations to all Year 11 students for their achievements, and to the teachers whose guidance and encouragement have helped them create extraordinary futures.
