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Exam Results

We are thrilled to celebrate the remarkable achievements of our students at Finchley Catholic High School. Their unwavering dedication to their studies has yielded impressive results, and we couldn't be prouder.

GCSE Results - 2026 Update

“Mind-blowingly good” grades applauded at Finchley Catholic High School

Students at Finchley Catholic High School, have blown their teachers away after securing impressive results that would ordinarily stand amongst the best in the country for the progress that students make.

Students achieved, 90% of all exams being grade 4 or above and nearly 40% of all exams taken were graded 9-7.

Ciran Stapleton, Headteacher, said: “These results are fantastic. Our students worked tirelessly, and the grades they have achieved are mind-blowingly good”

“In many ways this is a slightly unusual year for us. In an area where there are quite a few selective schools, the figures that matter most to us are the ones that show the progress that students make during their time with us.

“While this isn’t something that the Government can officially report on this year, as these students didn’t do their SATs because of Covid, all our metrics show that these students achieved well above anything they would have been predicted five years ago.

“In fact, is any other year, on progress alone, our results would likely have stood alongside the best in England”

Amongst those celebrating was:

  • Dominic T - 10 Grade 9s
  • Iliya K - 9 Grade 9s
  • Jake E - 8 Grade 9s &1 Grade 8
  • Leander G - 8 Grade 9s, 1 Grade 8 & 1 Grade 7
  • Matas M - 7  Grade 9s, 2 Grade 8s & 1 Grade 7
  • Karl R - 6 Grade 9s & 3 Grade 8s
  • Edward St L B - 7 Grade 9s, 2 Grade 8s & 1 Grade 7
  • Aiden H - 7 Grade 9s & 2 Grade 8s
  • Viktor K - 8 Grade 9s, 1 Grade 8 & 2 Grade 7s

We asked some of our students today how they felt about the school's impact on their results. Jake said "Finchley has given me the best opportunities to reach my full potential," Jamie said, "FCH has been really supportive of me even in challenging times," and Alex and Luke commented that "Finchley helped me jump grades in subjects that I'd been struggling in through the support they've given me."

The school, also secured record A level results last week – with 32% of all exams sat securing an A* or A.

Mr Stapleton added: “Proud does not even begin to start to describe how we all feel. Our students, parents and staff have come together to help us secure and celebrate a milestone set of results."

A Level Results - 2026 UPDATE

We are so proud of all of our students who received their A Level results this morning – we congratulate each and every one of them!

From those who achieved straight A*s to those who met their personal goals, the vast majority of our students have successfully secured their next steps - whether that’s university, apprenticeships, or direct entry into employment.

A number of students achieved all A*/A grades including:

Thomas C (A*A*A*A*) who will be studying Mechanical Engineering at Manchester University

  • John H (A*A*A) who will be studying History at Durham University
  • Caitlin M (A*AA) who will be studying Economics at Leeds University
  • Dennis O (A*A*A) who will be studying Mechanical Engineering at Bath University
  • Ciara O (A*AA) who will be studying History at Nottingham University
  • Alessandro P (A*A*A*) who will be studying Biochemical Engineering at UCL
  • Joseph R (A*A*A) who will be studying Economics at Nottingham University
  • Sachin S (A*A*A*) who will be studying Mechanical Engineering at Bath University
  • Claudia Y (A*AA) who will be studying English and Classical Studies at Bristol University
  • Connor G (AAA) who will be studying History at Cambridge University

 

On top of this, our students are heading to university to an exciting and diverse range of fields, including:

  • Aeronautics and Astronautics
  • Artificial Intelligence
  • Medicine
  • Law
  • International Development
  • Adult Nursing
  • Urban and Environmental Planning
  • Pharmacology
  • Forensic Anthropology
  • Film and Television
  • Criminology
  • Accounting and Finance
  • Civil Engineering

…as well as traditional academic disciplines such as Maths, Economics, Computer Science and History.

 

In addition, several students have secured high-quality degree apprenticeships; in areas such as Construction and the Civil Service.

This year, our school achieved 32% of grades at A*-A and 62% of grades at A*-B, making it our most successful year and a real cause for celebration.

A heartfelt thank you to our dedicated staff, supportive parents, and - most importantly - our hardworking students. Your resilience and ambition continue to inspire us all.