We are delighted with the results that our pupils have secured and the subsequent offers that they have received. The breadth and depth of courses and destinations that our pupils are moving on to study is testament to their hard work and dedication combined with the commitment and support demonstrated by our dedicated team.
Ms Abigail Stubbs, Deputy Head (Academic)
Academic Results
The academic opportunities we create give Sedbergh pupils a solid footing when it comes to competing for places at top universities, GAP year work placements or their first step on the career ladder. Development is personalised so that every pupil’s abilities are recognised, nurtured, and channelled towards a pathway that reflects their ambitions.
2025 Key Sixth Form Statistics
| Year | (A* - A) (%) Distinction * - Distinction | (A* - C) (%) Distinction * - Merit |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 35.0 | 85.0 |
| 2024 | 34.5 | 84.0 |
| 2023 | 29.7 | 80.7 |
| 2022 | 36.8 | 88.6 |
University Destinations
The majority of Sedberghians apply for university, however we acknowledge that for some it is not their preference. Pupils are encouraged to stretch themselves academically and by achieving their best whilst at Sedbergh they leave the door open to returning to Further Education at a later stage.
Our most popular University destinations
Newcastle University, Durham University, University of Exeter, Leeds Becket University, Oxford Brookes University, University of Bath and the University of Loughborough.
2025 Key GCSE Statistics
| Year | 9 - 7 (A* - A) (%) | 9 - 4 (A* - C ) (%) |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 22.0 | 87.6 |
| 2024 | 32.0 | 92.0 |
| 2023 | 36.5 | 91.0 |
| 2022 | 38.6 | 93.3 |
