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GCSE Results 2026
Students at King Edward VI School are celebrating their GCSE results, following years of hard work, determination and commitment.
Performance at the highest grades was particularly strong. Students secured 103 grade 9s across GCSE subjects, with 31 students achieving at least one grade 9. A total of 15 students achieved eight or more grades at 7–9, including seven students who achieved ten or more grades at 7–9.
Separate sciences were a particular strength. Across Biology, Chemistry and Physics, students achieved 29 grade 9s. Almost half of all Physics entries were awarded grades 7–9, while 100% of Physics entries achieved grade 4 or above and 96% of entries in both Biology and Chemistry achieved grade 4 or above.
Among exceptional individual successes was Georgina Lyon, who achieved an outstanding nine grade 9s.
The school’s student leaders also celebrated excellent results. Head Girl Sylvie Barnard achieved eight grade 9s.
Sylvie’s mother said, ‘We love the ethos of King Edwards. It has given our girls a brilliant combination of being encouraged to aspire, while remaining inclusive of everyone and teaching students about the value of community. We have been so impressed with the opportunities our girls have had, both academically and through extra-curricular activities’.
There was also double cause for celebration for twins Katya and Sasha Creed, whose mother works as a teaching assistant at the school and is from Ukraine; both achieved strong results making today a particularly proud occasion for the whole family.
Deri O’Regan, Headteacher at King Edward VI School, said, ‘We are extremely proud of our Year 11 students and everything they have achieved. These results represent years of sustained effort, and it is wonderful to see so many of our young people celebrating success today. There are some exceptional individual performances, but what is particularly pleasing is the breadth of high attainment across the year group. One hundred and three grade 9s demonstrate what our students can achieve. Results day is not only about the very highest grades, however. Every student has their own story, and for many these results reflect considerable determination, perseverance and personal progress. I would like to congratulate every student and thank our staff for their expertise, commitment and care.’
Welcome…
As Headteacher I am extremely proud to welcome you to King Edward VI School website and would like to take the opportunity to explain why this is such a great school.
King Edward VI School has been focused on providing world class education for nearly 500 years and mixes a strong history of academic excellence with a deep commitment to helping every child achieve. We are proud of every student in the school and work tirelessly to nurture and guide them so they can grow into happy, successful young adults who take pride in what they know and have confidence in what they do. As an 11-16 school we are specialists in child development for this critical period of ‘growing up’ and experts in preparing students for GCSE success.
Embedded deep within the community of Bury St Edmunds we have long standing links within the area which create educational opportunities way above what is normally possible. We are proudly part of a local partnership which provides high quality education for children from 3-18 years, working closely with many local primary schools as well as Abbeygate Sixth Form and West Suffolk Colleges.
With amazing sports facilities, including access to a floodlit athletics arena and cutting-edge performing arts provision we provide our students with great opportunities. For us, at King Edward VI, learning is not just about passing examinations but experiencing a rich education beyond the classroom. We believe this is critical for developing the character, emotional intelligence and life skills which will ensure our students are set up for success throughout their lives.
Part of our core mission comes from our Church of England foundation which is committed to ensuring that standards in the school are exemplary, while supporting their spiritual and ethical development.
Everything we do is underpinned by our values of Curiosity, Care, Courage and Creativity. It is through living these values together that we are the vibrant learning community which supports our students and help them build the exciting futures which they deserve.
Thank you for taking the time to learn about our wonderful learning community. If, after exploring this website, you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to get in contact and one of our staff will get back to you. We would also relish the opportunity to show you around our school if you are interested in sending your child here.
Deri O’Regan
Headteacher
To all our Year 11 and former Students (Alumni)
We would love you to stay in touch with our school so that we can keep you informed of future events and news and, of course, celebrate your next steps and future achievements.
We always welcome former students at King Edward VI (KEVI) and the opportunity for you to share your experiences and inspire students who follow you.
We have a range of events throughout the year and are hoping to have a variety of people from a range of backgrounds and careers, volunteering their time to inspire a new generation.
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