It has been a joyful morning of celebration for Year 13 pupils and families at Cranford as they collected another remarkable set of A Level results.
Cranford Class of 2026 awarded top marks at A-Level results day
The results are incredibly strong across the board, giving real weight to the school’s focus on providing a strong all-round education; underpinned by academic excellence. The exceptional standard of this year’s A Level results, in a non-selective cohort, is a testament to the hard work and dedication of the students and the strong support received from an outstanding teaching team across the two years of Sixth Form.
Subject specific results are equally impressive;
| English and Mathematics | 63% A*-B |
Geography | 50% A*-A |
| Art & Performing Arts (Photography, 3D Design, Textiles, Art & Design and Music) | 71% A*-B |
Business & Economics | 64% A*-B |
Modern Foreign Languages | 67% A*-C |
Sciences | 63% A*-C |
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) | 100% A*-B |
Following a busy and exciting morning, Dr James Raymond paid tribute to the hard work and dedication of the school's students and the efforts of teaching staff:
We are immensely proud of our Year 13 students and delighted to celebrate their achievements as they prepare to embark on the next stage of their journeys. Today is a wonderful opportunity to recognise not only their academic success, but also the resilience, determination and character they have demonstrated throughout their time at Cranford. They have embraced opportunities both inside and outside the classroom, contributing richly to the life of the school and supporting one another along the way. We wish every one of them the very best for the future and are confident that they will carry forward the values, friendships and love of learning that have been such an important part of their Cranford experience.
Dr James Raymond - Headmaster
As a leading co-educational independent day school for pupils aged 3-18, Cranford continues to combine academic ambition with excellence in Sport and Music, alongside a pastoral ethos that places the individual at the heart of school life. These results further reflect the school's growing reputation for academic success and student development, underpinned by a sustained commitment to helping every pupil achieve their potential and make exceptional progress throughout their educational journey.
It has been a privilege to work alongside this exceptional group of students as they have explored their ambitions and planned their next steps beyond Cranford. Through our personalised approach and strong focus on individual guidance, we are able to support every student in identifying and achieving their goals, whether that be university, apprenticeships or other exciting pathways. We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to seeing the success they will undoubtedly achieve in the years ahead.
Alongside strong academic outcomes, Cranford’s Sixth Form offer continues to grow in breadth and ambition. Students benefit from the Cranford Futures Internship Programme, providing meaningful experience with employers across a range of sectors, alongside dedicated Oxbridge and Medics programmes for those considering highly competitive university pathways. The already broad curriculum is being enhanced by a range of vocational qualifications, complementing our A Level provision, for first teaching in 2027. This new option will give students greater choice in finding the right route for their strengths and future ambitions. Together, these opportunities reflect the school's commitment to a Sixth Form experience which is ambitious, personal and firmly focused on preparing young people for life beyond school.
100% of graduating students have been accepted at their chosen university, studying subjects as varied as Philosophy, Religion and Ethics, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology, Film Production & Broadcast Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, English and Law at universities ranging from Exeter to Nottingham, Southampton and Stirling, RADA, Surrey, Cardiff, and many other prestigious universities. Today’s results also enabled a number of students to upgrade their original offers, opening doors to more competitive courses and destinations. Their success reflects the determination and hard work they have shown throughout their studies, and we are delighted to see them rewarded with opportunities that match their aspirations and potential.
Our Class of 2026 is celebrating another excellent set of A-level results, reflecting the determination, resilience and commitment that our students have shown throughout their Sixth Form journey.
Head Girl, Phoebe, who joined Cranford in Year 3, has earned a place to study Sport Science at the University of Exeter following her gap year. Alongside her academic achievements, Phoebe has embraced every aspect of Sixth Form life, completing her Gold Duke of Edinburgh's Award, participating in the World Challenge expedition to Malaysia, and demonstrating exceptional leadership.
This year's cohort has excelled across the full breadth of the curriculum. In Music and Performing Arts, every graded result was awarded at A–B*, highlighting the outstanding talent and commitment of our students.
Deputy Head Girl and Choir Captain, Amelia, achieved a Grade A in Music, a Distinction in Grade 8 Singing, and spent the summer performing with Garsington Opera as well as singing in the cathedrals of Bruges and Ghent as part of the Choir Tour. She will now study Economics at the University of Exeter, demonstrating that it is entirely possible to pursue artistic passions while achieving academic excellence.
Following her memorable performance as Nancy in Oliver! and her success as the ISA National Musical Theatre Competition Winner 2024, Deputy Head Girl, Lily is taking the next exciting step towards a professional career in Performing Arts. Meanwhile, Amelia has secured a prestigious place at the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA) to study Design and Technical Arts. We are immensely proud of the creativity, skill and leadership she brought to every school production during her time at Cranford.
Miles, our Head Boy, has shown great leadership throughout his time at Cranford. He has embodied school values both on the basketball court and during his time while achieving a Gold Duke of Edinburgh Award. Studying A-levels in Biology, Psychology and Sociology has certainly given him an excellent foundation as he heads off on his gap year.
Students have also secured places on an impressive range of science and engineering courses. Bobbi will study Mechanical Engineering at the University of Surrey, Gracie will read Biomedical Sciences, and Matthew has earned a place to study Aeronautical Engineering.
We are delighted that Megan, who joined Cranford in Year 12, and Evie, who started her Cranford journey at Pre-School, have both secured places at the University of Exeter, having each achieved an A grade in Geography. They will be joined by Genevieve, who achieved A and A* grades across her A-levels and will also study Psychology at Exeter, proudly continuing her family's connection with Cranford as the next generation of Cranford alumni.
Business, Management and Economics remain highly competitive university courses, and we are thrilled to see so many students progressing into these fields. After combining a vocational Diploma in Food with two A-levels, Flo will study Business and Event Management at UWE Bristol. Having achieved outstanding results in both Economics and Business, Theo has secured a place to study Business Management at the University of Cardiff.
Our Creative Arts students also enjoyed considerable success, with 56% achieving grades at A*–B. Many students will continue to develop their talents at university, including Ruby, who will study Fashion Design, and Denzel, who will read Architecture. Others have used the creativity and analytical thinking fostered through the arts to support a diverse range of ambitions. Olivia, for example, will study Philosophy, Religion and Ethics after returning from an exciting equestrian gap year in the Southern Hemisphere.
Above all, we congratulate every member of our Year 13 cohort. Each student has followed their own unique path, overcoming personal challenges, balancing significant commitments beyond the classroom, and demonstrating remarkable perseverance in pursuit of their goals. They have embraced the rich opportunities available throughout Sixth Form while remaining focused on their academic and vocational aspirations.
We are incredibly proud of all they have accomplished and look forward to following their future successes as they join the growing Cranford Alumni community.
We are delighted that 100% of our 2026 graduating A-level students will be heading off to their chosen university.
| Addict Dance Academy | University College Birmingham |
| Bath Spa | University of Bath |
| Birmingham City University | University of Birmingham |
| Bournemouth University | University of Brighton |
| Bristol UWE | University of Bristol |
| Buckinghamshire New University | University of Cambridge |
| Cardiff Metropolitan University | University of Cardiff |
| Durham University | University of East Anglia |
| Keele University | University of Exeter |
| Lancaster University | University of Kent |
| Leeds Beckett University | University of Leeds |
| Loughborough University | University of Loughborough |
| Manchester Metropolitan University | University of Manchester |
| Newcastle University | University of Newcastle |
| Oxford Brookes University | University of Nottingham |
| Reading University | University of Oxford |
| Royal Academy of Music | University of Portsmouth |
| Royal Holloway, University of London | University of Southampton |
| RADA | University of Stirling |
| Surrey University | University of Swansea |
| Swansea University | University of Warwick |
| UCL |
Photos from the day can be found here.
