Bury Grammar School Year 11 pupils are celebrating the School’s strongest ever GCSE grades since the 9-1 reforms. They have gained the highest number of grades 9 to 7 (A** to A) in the School’s history and the best ever set of individual results.
Many congratulations from all of us at BGS!
⭐Over a third of all grades are 9-8 (A**-A*)
⭐Over half of all grades are 9-7 (A**-A)
⭐13 pupils have all 9-8s (A**-A*)
⭐31 pupils have all 9-7s (A**-A)
⭐83 pupils, more than half the year group, have more grades at 9-7 (A**-A) than any other grade.
How does this compare?
Results up at every level on last year
Since the 9-1 grade reforms:
The highest proportion and number of grade 9s (A**) outside of the Covid era
The highest proportion and number of grades 9-8 (A**-A*) outside of the Covid era
The highest number of grades 9-7 (A**-A) ever.
Actual GCSE grades achieved by our pupils are higher in every single GCSE subject and at every grade level than ‘predicted’ grades based on tests of ‘innate’ ability had suggested, making this BGS’s best ever set of individual performances.
Our Year 11 pupils who joined Bury Grammar Seniors during Covid have exceeded all expectations and broken all records. This doesn’t happen without excellent teaching, great pastoral care and a vibrant school environment, all of which stem from an exceptionally talented and hard-working group of teachers and support staff. Many thanks and congratulations to them as well!
Our pupils’ hard work, resilience, high aspirations and team work have paid off, with many now securing a place at our Sixth Form.
At Bury Grammar School, we believe that education is about more than just exam results - it's about enjoying an all-round, upbeat learning experience and shaping confident, capable young people ready to take on the world.
As we reflect on the GCSE Results our Class of 2025 have achieved, we are incredibly proud to celebrate the outstanding achievements of our pupils and the unwavering dedication of our staff and community.
Please read their stories below.
Here are just a few pupil highlights from today’s results.
🌟Ellina, part of the Year 11 Prefect team, is an exemplary pupil whose dedication and diligence have been unwavering throughout her 3-year GCSE courses, has gained all 9’s (A**) in 9 subjects – Biology, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, French, History, Mathematics, Physics, and Spanish. She has made the most of the super curricular and enrichment programme, attending French and Spanish masterclasses and contributing to the Science Leaders programme to deepen her subject knowledge. A keen volunteer and prefect, Ellina has also embraced every opportunity to support and represent the School and mentor others. Ellina’s A Level studies in Biology, Chemistry, French and Spanish will begin in September in our Sixth Form and she has been awarded the Sixth Form Academic Principal’s Scholar and French Scholar!
🌟Mark has shown great dedication throughout his GCSEs and has scored all 9’s (A**) in 9 subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, English Language and Literature, French, Geography, Mathematics and Physics! Alongside academic studies, he has excelled in a wide range of extra-curricular activities, including badminton, table tennis, and the Duke of Edinburgh Award, as well as being a valuable member of the Year 11 Prefect team. He was also the winner of the prestigious recent school cross-country event. One of his favourite memories of Senior School has been the Morocco expedition in Year 9, and we are sure there are so many more highlights to come in Sixth Form! Mark will continue his studies at BGS, taking Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, and Further Mathematics at A Level as the Academic Principal’s Scholar and Chemistry Scholar.
You may also remember from last week’s A Level results at school when Mark’s brother, Ben, also received four A*s! Congratulations!
Mark told us, “I have had a fantastic five years at BGS and look forward to two more! The teachers have all been incredible and invaluable with their support. Thank you so much.”
🌟Hassan is consistently positive about all aspects of school life and his attitude to learning across his academic subjects has always been very impressive, resulting in a fantastic set of results today - eight 9s and one grade 8 (A**/A*)! Hassan has been working especially hard over the past few months in preparation for the examinations but still managed to find time for extra-curricular activities, including obtaining a Silver Certificate in the UKMT Mathematics Competition. Hassan secured his brilliant grades in Biology, Business, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, French, Mathematics, Physics and Religious Studies and looks forward to studying Economics, Mathematics and further Mathematics A Levels in our Sixth Form and has been awarded the Academic Principal’s Scholarship and Mathematics Scholarship.
🌟Leia has flourished during her GCSE studies, achieving an outstanding set of results all at grades 9 and 8 (A**/A*) in Combined Science, Computer Science, Drama, English Language and Literature, Geography, Mathematics, and Spanish. This year, Leia has contributed to the Peer Mentoring programme and the Year 11 Prefect team, as well as taking part in the Food Future Movement group. Leia has embraced enrichment opportunities as a member of the School’s CCF, but her greatest passion lies in sport. A highly valued member of the Elite Athlete programme, she has regularly represented the school in football and netball, achieving notable success. Most impressively, she has competed in netball at both national and international level and, as Captain of the BGS Netball team, led them to victory as national champions. She now moves into the Sixth Form to study A Levels in Mathematics, Economics, and Computer Science as the Academic Principal’s Scholar and Sporting Scholar.
Leia said, “I’m grateful to all the teachers for the support and encouragement. All the hard work has been worth it! I can’t wait for next year!”
🌟Sammy has shown outstanding commitment in balancing his academic studies with his sporting achievements – most notably as a member of the Swim England National Pathway and a triple British swimming champion! As BGS Swimming Captain, he has led by example while also competing for the School in football, rugby, athletics, and cricket. Alongside this impressive sporting schedule, Sammy has excelled in his GCSEs, achieving all 9s and 8s in Biology, Business, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, and Spanish. We look forward to welcoming Sammy into Sixth Form as the BGS Scholar and Sporting Scholar to study Economics, Business and Spanish A Levels.
Sammy told us “I am buzzing with my results and I’m proud to know my exams went well, especially with all the training”.
🌟Eric, a member of the Year 11 Prefect Team, has achieved an excellent set of GCSE results - straight A’s / grades 9 to 7, in Biology, Business, Chemistry, English Language and Literature, Geography, Mathematics, Physics, and Spanish. He has consistently demonstrated an outstanding work ethic across all subject areas. Beyond the classroom, Eric was awarded a Silver Certificate in the national UKMT Intermediate Mathematics Challenge and particularly enjoyed completing the Higher Project Qualification and attending Psychology Club. Eric now intends to join the BGS Sixth Form to study Business, Economics, Mathematics and Further Mathematics and has been awarded the Academic Principal’s Scholarship and Further Mathematics Scholarship!
🌟Aliza, Form Captain, has also achieved straight A’s! She approaches her studies with dedication and enthusiasm and is always keen to make the most of the many extra-curricular opportunities on offer at BGS. A regular member of the RAF section of the Combined Cadet Force, she particularly enjoyed the flying opportunities this has provided! Aliza also takes part in House competitions and has attended several lunchtime clubs, including Art, Textiles, and the CREST Bronze Award. She now looks forward to joining our Sixth Form, as the Academic Principal’s Scholar and the Art Scholar, where she will study Art, Mathematics, and Physics at A Level after gaining A grades (9-7) in Art, Combined Science, Computer Science, English Language and Literature, History, Mathematics, and Spanish.
Our Teachers
Our teachers continue to go above and beyond to inspire, challenge, and support every pupil. Through high-quality lessons, personalised feedback, and a passion for lifelong learning, they bring out the best in our young people. Whether it’s in the classroom, the science lab, or on the sports field, the level of commitment and expertise from our teaching staff is second to none. Thank you!
Our community
These successes wouldn’t be possible without the supportive environment that surrounds our pupils. From parents and carers to governors and local partners, the school community has worked hand-in-hand to ensure every pupil is encouraged and equipped to thrive. The strength of these partnerships continue to result in brilliant care for our young people and amazing opportunities for them to contribute to community life.
Here’s what some Year 11 parents told us today:
“Emily has had so many great opportunities at BGS, amazing academic support to life enhancing trips, all making her time at BGS unforgettable.” - Emily’s mum
“Mark is delighted with his results, thank you to all the teachers for supporting him through the last five years.” - Mark’s Mum
“Lexie has been at BGS since she was 4 years old. We are so very proud of all her achievements, and we are looking forward to her now joining Sixth Form on her new journey.” - Lexie’s Parent
“We are absolutely proud of what Maya has achieved – thank you BGS.” - Maya’s Parent
Enrichment at BGS
At BGS, education goes far beyond the curriculum. This year, pupils have taken part in a wide range of enrichment activities—from music and drama productions to sports tournaments, STEM challenges, Duke of Edinburgh Awards, charity fundraising, and international trips. These opportunities develop confidence, creativity, and leadership, helping our pupils grow as individuals and, in many instances, perform on a national stage.
Message from Principal, Mrs Anderson
“We are so proud of our Year 11s – their GCSE results are out of this world!! To have joined Senior School during Covid, made the incredible progress they have made and to have achieved the School’s strongest ever grades at the very top level is quite remarkable. Behind all those figures are many phenomenal individual stories of hard work, challenges overcome, teachers who have gone above and beyond and immense progress made. It is quite astounding that in every single GCSE subject and at every grade level, our pupils have achieved stronger results than expected. I am over the moon for our pupils, parents and staff and offer everyone who has played a part in these academic and personal successes my warmest congratulations. The Senior School years of 2020-25 have been quite some journey and the best bit is yet to come."
Reflection from Deputy Principal, Mrs Leaver
"We never open the GCSE results at BGS and are disappointed and the Class of 2025 are no exception! The overall results are tremendous and just a headline encapsulating so many individual stories of hard work, determination and ambition. I know our Year 11 pupils and their families have had a very nerve wracking few days waiting for their results but they should take this opportunity to celebrate - we are incredibly proud of them. We never take results like these for granted and the dedication and expertise of our teachers, combined with parental support and pupil ambition have once again placed BGS as a leading school with a seriously talented community!"
The Heads of Year 11 collectively said,
“Congratulations to all our Year 11 pupils on these fantastic GCSE results. Your hard work, dedication, and resilience throughout your studies have truly paid off. We are incredibly proud of everything you’ve achieved - not just in your exams, but in the way you’ve grown as individuals and the incredible contributions you have made to Bury Grammar School. Whatever your next steps may be, take pride in knowing that you gave it your all. Well done and we can't wait to see you in the Sixth Form!”
Next stop? BGS Sixth Form!
As we celebrate the successes of 2025, we remain committed to providing an ambitious, inclusive education that prepares every pupil for the future. With strong values, dedicated staff, and a vibrant community, we look forward to continuing our journey of excellence together and the majority of BGS pupils transition into our Sixth Form.
As you may have seen last week with our pupils’ fantastic A Level success, our excellent UCAS and Apprenticeship provision, coupled with a unique competitive course programme, ensures that pupils at BGS are given the right tools to make informed decisions regarding the next stage in their life.
The Sixth Form Leadership Team and Sixth Form tutors give the best possible support and an enormous amount of one-to-one help to ensure our pupils thrive, grow, and learn at this important and formative time of their lives.
We look forward to welcoming our new Sixth Form pupils on Thursday, 4th September.
Congratulations once again to the Class of 2025 - we are excited for all the future possibilities for these brilliant pupils!
