Downe House Riyadh Celebrates Academic Excellence in A Levels & GCSE 2024/25

Downe House Riyadh Celebrates Academic Excellence Across A Levels, and GCSE Results for 2024/25

Downe House Riyadh is proud to announce the outstanding academic performance of its students in the 2024/2025 examination cycle, reflecting the school’s commitment to excellence in education and the development of confident, well-prepared young women.

This year’s A Level cohort demonstrated exceptional academic ability, with a 100% pass rate enabling students to attend the universities of their choice, in the UK, the UAE and KSA. These achievements highlight the students’ diligence, the dedication of the teaching staff, and the school’s rigorous academic environment.

At the GCSE level, students at Downe House Riyadh also achieved excellent outcomes. Notably, 18% attained grades of 9–8 (A*).  The school is also delighted to announce that one of its students has been recognised as a Pearson High Achiever, attaining five Grade 9–8 (A*). The school recorded exceptional results in key subjects including:

• First Language English: 83% of students secured grades 9–6 (A*–B), with a 100% pass rate (9-4) overall.
• Second Language English: 100% of students achieved grades 9–6 (A*–B).
• In Mathematics Higher Tier, 86% of students achieved grades 9–6 (A*–B), underscoring the strength of the school’s teaching and learning in this core subject.

Mrs. Deborah Sharifi, Principal of Downe House Riyadh, commented: “It has been a privilege to witness our students grow into accomplished, compassionate, and intellectually curious young women. Their results reflect not only their academic efforts, but also the values we uphold here at Downe House Riyadh, including integrity, perseverance, and a genuine commitment to learning. We are proud of all they have achieved and confident in the impact they will make beyond our school community”.

Downe House Riyadh continues to deliver a world-class British curriculum, preparing students to succeed at leading universities and contribute meaningfully to the world around them.

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