Freemen’s pupils celebrate exceptional GCSE results across the academic spectrum

City of London Freemen’s School is celebrating an outstanding set of GCSE results, with pupils achieving highly across a broad and academically ambitious curriculum spanning Mathematics, Sciences, Languages, Humanities, English, Computing, and the creative and practical subjects.

More than four in ten grades awarded were at the highest grade 9, while almost two thirds of all grades were at grades 8–9 and 81% were at grades 7–9. Eight pupils achieved grade 9 in every subject they took, highlighting the exceptional individual achievement within an excellent year group.

The results also demonstrate the breadth of academic achievement across the cohort, with particularly strong outcomes in Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Sciences, Music, Computer Science, Food Preparation & Nutrition, and a range of modern and classical languages.

Headmaster Roland Martin said:

“We are immensely proud of this year’s GCSE cohort and the academic success they have achieved across such a broad range of subjects. What stands out to me is not simply the number of pupils achieving the very highest grades, but the depth and breadth of achievement across the year group.

“From Mathematics, Physics and Computer Science to Latin, German and Chinese, Art, Music and Food Preparation & Nutrition, our pupils have demonstrated both academic ambition and a genuine breadth of interests. At Freemen’s, we ask a great deal of our pupils academically, while also encouraging them to explore their interests beyond the classroom.

“These results are a wonderful reflection of their hard work, curiosity, and commitment, as well as the dedication of our teaching staff. We are delighted to see our pupils achieving so highly while making the most of the many opportunities that a Freemen’s education offers.”

Notable highlights

Mathematics and STEM: Freemen’s pupils achieved particularly strong results in Mathematics and the sciences. In Mathematics, 50% of grades were at grade 9, with 72% at grades 8–9 and 92% at grades 7–9. Further Mathematics saw 64% of grades awarded at grade 9, while Physics achieved 47% grade 9s and Computer Science 50%.

Languages: At a time when national GCSE entries for modern foreign languages continue to decline, Freemen’s pupils continue to achieve highly in languages, with particularly strong results in both modern and classical languages. 67% of Latin grades were awarded at grade 9, with 89% at grades 8–9. German saw 45% of grades awarded at grade 9, while Chinese achieved an exceptional 89% grade 9s, with every grade at 8 or 9. The results highlight the School’s commitment to maintaining a broad language education encompassing both modern and classical languages.

English: Strong results across the core curriculum were reflected in English Language, where 85% of grades were at 7–9, including 28% at grade 9. In English Literature, 74% of grades were awarded at 7–9, with 39% at grade 9.

DT, Art and Food Preparation & Nutrition: 86% of Art, Craft & Design grades were awarded at grades 7–9, while 43% of DT grades were awarded at grade 9, with 97% at grades 7–9. Food Preparation & Nutrition achieved 63% grade 9s and 88% at grades 7–9.

The results reflect Freemen’s commitment to providing a broad, academically ambitious education in which pupils can develop their individual strengths, discover new interests, and follow their own path.

Sophie Blair, Head of Senior School, continued:

“These results are a fantastic achievement for our pupils, and we are incredibly proud of them. What makes this cohort particularly special is the breadth of their achievements and the way they have approached their education as a whole.

“Academic success is important, but so too is developing the confidence and independence to make the most of every opportunity. Our pupils have worked exceptionally hard, supported by dedicated teachers, families, and one another. They have also continued to throw themselves into the wider life of the School, whether through sport, music, drama, activities, leadership, or community opportunities.

“That combination of academic ambition, personal growth and balance is at the heart of the Freemen’s experience, and it is wonderful to see it reflected in these results.”

Chair of the Board of Governors, Jamel Banda, concluded:

“These results are a tremendous achievement for our pupils and a testament to the strength of the Freemen’s community. We are incredibly proud of their academic success and of the commitment of our pupils, staff, and families. For many, this is the next step in their journey at Freemen’s, and we look forward to seeing them continue to thrive.”