A Level Exam Results 2026-2027

Year of Academic Excellence and Future Success

We are immensely proud of our Year 12 and Year 13 students following their outstanding achievements in the 2026 AS Level, A-Level and BTEC examinations. It is a privilege to share these results with our Safa families. While this marks another consecutive year of record-breaking results, the figures tell only part of the story. Behind every grade are countless hours of hard work, determination and resilience. Our students have remained focused and committed throughout an exceptionally challenging period, supported every step of the way by staff who have worked tirelessly to help each young person fulfil their potential.

Year 13 2026 highlights:

• 39% of all grades awarded were A* - this is an increase of 11% on 2025.
• 66% of all grades awarded were A*–A this is an increase of 8% on 2025.
• 89% of all grades awarded were A*–B this is an increase of 4% on 2025. 9
• 9% of all grades awarded were A*–C this is an increase of 3% on 2025.

100% of BTEC results were awarded at Merit or above, with an exceptional 72% achieving Distinction*.

We recognise these achievements with enormous pride and humility. They belong first and foremost to our students, whose dedication and perseverance have been truly inspiring. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to our exceptional staff for their commitment during such a demanding time, and to our families for the encouragement and support they have provided throughout.

Today, we celebrate far more than examination results. We celebrate the personal growth, courage and quiet determination of every student and the strength of the Safa community that has stood behind them

A Level Results & University Destinations

Celebrating the Class of 2026

The Class of 2026 have achieved an outstanding range of university offers, demonstrating the ambition, determination and academic success of our students.

Class of 2026 at a glance

• 68% of students applied to universities in the UK
• 100% of UK applicants received offers through UCAS
• 84 Russell Group university offers received
• 39% of the Year 13 cohort received a scholarship offer

Leading University Destinations

Our students have received offers from an impressive range of leading universities across the UK and around the world.

Our UK offers include Imperial College London, University College London (UCL), King's College London, the University of Manchester, the University of Edinburgh, the University of Bristol, the University of Warwick, the University of Southampton, the University of Exeter and the University of York, alongside offers from many other highly regarded institutions.

Students have also secured offers from universities across the UAE, USA, Canada, Europe and Asia, demonstrating the breadth of opportunities available to our graduating students.

Exceptional Student Achievements

A World of Opportunity

The Class of 2026 have pursued a diverse range of university pathways, from competitive UK institutions to leading universities across North America, Europe and Asia.

One student has accepted a place at Drury University in the USA, supported by a full athletic scholarship covering tuition and accommodation. The student will study Business while competing in NCAA Division II sport.

Another student received a 100% scholarship to the University of Hong Kong, ranked among the world's leading universities, alongside offers from other universities in Hong Kong, South Korea and Japan.

Our students have also received offers from leading Canadian universities, including McGill University and the University of Toronto, with scholarships included in several offers.

Competitive UK Admissions

Our students have achieved notable success in some of the UK's most competitive university admissions processes.

A student was invited to interview at Imperial College London and subsequently received an offer to study Chemical Engineering — an exceptional achievement given the competitiveness of the programme.

Our students have also received 84 Russell Group offers, compared with 40 offers in the previous year. Among these are offers from institutions including Exeter, York, Southampton, King's College London, Manchester, Edinburgh, Bristol, Warwick and UCL.

Scholarship Success

Scholarship opportunities have been another major success for the Class of 2026.

39% of the entire Year 13 cohort received a scholarship offer, compared with 21% last year. Among students who applied to university, the figure rises to 43%.

Scholarships include awards from universities in the UK, UAE, USA, Canada and Asia. Two students received Exeter Excellence Scholarships covering the full duration of their undergraduate studies, while two students received scholarships covering their studies at the University of Toronto.