Results and Destinations
Achieving outstanding exam results
At King’s College Taunton, we’re incredibly proud of the academic achievements of our pupils.
Our GCSE results over the past five years reflect a consistently high standard, with an average of 96.4% of grades at 9-4 and 52.4% at grades 9-7. This showcases the balance we strike between accessibility and top performance, enabling pupils of varying abilities to excel.
Our A-Level results demonstrate sustained success, with 72.7% of grades at A*-B across six years, and a remarkable 99.1% pass rate. This impressive academic record is a testament to the dedication and commitment of our staff and to the hard work and determination of our pupils.
GCSE Highlights
Our GCSE results show a consistently high standard over the past five years.
A-Level Highlights
Our A-Level results demonstrate sustained success over the last seven years.
Exam Results (2019–2025)
| GCSE | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of grades 9–4 (A* – C) | 96.5% | 93.1% | 94.9% | 99.3% | 99.6% | 95.0% |
| Percentage of grades 9–7 (A* – A) | 51.0% | 40.0% | 49.9% | 63.5% | 59.4% | 50.3% |
| A-Level | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of grades A* – B | 63% | 54.2% | 71% | 74.3% | 84.7% | 71.4% | 76.6% |
| Overall pass rates | 98% | 99.6% | 98.7% | 99.3% | 99.5% | 100% | 98.3% |
| BTEC Extended Diploma / Diploma | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of grades distinction* / distinction | 79% | 88.0% | 69.2% | 90.3% | 72.2% | 88.9% | 66.7% |
| Combined A-Level and BTEC Result | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of grades A* – B (or equivalent) | 65% | 57.4% | 74.0% | 77.0% | 85.5% | 71.4% | 76.6% |
Top Half Results (2019 – 2025)
As part of our analysis of academic performance, we are proud to present the achievements of the top-performing half of our cohort, comparable to the results of selective schools:
Top 50% GCSE Results (Grades 9-7) – 2019-2024
Average: 78.7%
In 2024, 81% of our top-performing pupils achieved grades 9-7, reflecting the calibre of pupils who rise to the academic challenges we offer.
Top 50% A-Level Results (Grades A*-B) – 2019-2025
Average: 85%
The top half of our A-Level cohort continued to perform at a high level, with 63% achieving A*-B grades in 2025.
| GCSE Top Half Results | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of grades 9 – 7 (A* – A) | 81.0% | 62.2% | 70.4% | 91.1% | 87.4% | 79.8% |
| A-Level Top Half Results | 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | 2020 | 2019 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Percentage of grades A* – B | 88.2% | 79.2% | 92.3% | 84.0% | 84.7% | 97.1% | 95.4% |
SUMMARY OF 2025 EXAM RESULTS
There have been many huge successes across a range of areas, with pupils achieving some superb public examination results. At A-Level, 63% of our pupils achieved A*-B grades, with an overall pass rate of 99.1%, reflecting a diverse range of abilities and a consistently high level of achievement over the past five years.
Notably, many secured places at prestigious universities such as the Ivy League University of Columbia, with 90% accepted into their first-choice or second-choice institution. The year also saw pupils being accepted into prestigious overseas Universities in Canada, Switzerland, and Hong Kong.
At GCSE, 51% of pupils earned grades 9-7 (A*-A) and 96.5% at grades 9-4 (A*-C), maintaining a steady trend of excellent results.
Above all, we take pride in supporting each and every pupil to maximise their potential, whether progressing to Higher Education, vocational courses, or professional careers.
