A-Level Results 2026 - Our 10th Year of Amazing Student Outcomes
A-Level Results 2026 - Our 10th Year of Amazing Student Outcomes
See our students reacting to their results!
Newham Collegiate Sixth Form Centre.
One of the best sixth forms in London for student outcomes.
Now in our second decade of outstanding A-Level results, this year’s NCS students will go on to study at the world’s best Ivy League and Russell Group universities – including Oxford, Cambridge, UCL, LSE, Imperial and King’s College London – ready and focussed to join some of the brightest minds around the world.
Two years ago, our students embarked on an academic journey at Newham Collegiate. Today, we’re thrilled to announce their outstanding A-Level results for 2026, which stand shoulder to shoulder with some of the UK’s most renowned independent and grammar schools.
“There is a real sense that the school is replicating many of the outstanding features of a private school education, providing its students with opportunities that would not necessarily be available in a normal state school.”
Our commitment to excellence is evident in our consistent performance. This year, our students achieved 78% A*-A and 98% A*-B
For the eleventh consecutive year, ALPS has ranked Newham Collegiate in the Top 1% of all schools in the UK, including grammar schools, based on student progress. This signifies that NCS students outperform their peers in 99% of other schools, given the same GCSE grades upon entry.
We’re also proud of our students’ achievements beyond A-Levels. This year, we witnessed a record number of offers from Oxbridge, as well as courses in Medicine and Dentistry. A remarkable 95% of students received offers from Russell Group Universities. Furthermore, 15 students have also secured high-profile degree apprenticeships with leading companies such as KPMG, Deloitte, Amazon, AstraZeneca, and Dyson, providing them with unique internships, training, and grants to cover further education costs.
On this year’s results, NCS Principal Anita Lomax commented,
“Congratulations to our Sixth Form students at The NCS on achieving yet another outstanding set of A-Level results. These exceptional outcomes reflect the continued year-on-year improvement at The NCS, firmly securing our position as one of the leading sixth forms in London for A-Level achievement.
Behind every result is a young person who has been given the space to discover who they are, not just what grade they can achieve.
Through our Emerging Talent Programme, specialist Professional Schools, and Elite University Preparation, our students don’t follow a single path, they find their own.
Whether that’s a future doctor discovering their niche through real clinical exposure, a future lawyer testing their interests across chambers and firms, or a future engineer realising their passion lies in the theory rather than the application, our students leave with something no exam board can grade: genuine self-knowledge, confidence, and direction.
This is what elevates outcomes for NCS students and is the power of our holistic A-Level offer. Because an individual who knows exactly why they’re aiming for the Ivy League, Oxbridge, a Russell Group university, or a specific career, will always outperform one who’s simply been pointed towards it.
Celebrating our first ten years of A-Level results
When we enrolled our first cohort in 2014, we were guided by our vision as educators to inspire our students to go on to do what inspires them with a holistic education that is formed by a mix of academic enrichment, soft skills development and relevant and purposeful work placements and sector specific support.
Ten years on from our first set of A-Level results, that vision remains a key foundation of daily life at Newham Collegiate and is now fully realised with alumni knowing their careers are making a real difference to everyday society.
Scroll down to watch the stories of our students and alumni. These stories highlight how the work we’re doing in our community is truly improving social mobility and enhancing the life chances of our students.
Student and Alumni Stories
Yeva was looking for a sixth form that could match her academic ambition
She discovered a collaborative environment that took her to study at Harvard
Watch Yeva's NCS Story - NCS Finance School to Harvard!
Driven by a desire to be challenged intellectually, Yeva joined The NCS from St Catherine’s Catholic School for Girls after securing ten Grade 9s at GCSE. With a passion for finance and a deep curiosity about the world, Yeva found The NCS’ learning environment valued academic discussion, encouraged independence, which subsequently helped her secure a place at Harvard University.
Yeva came to The NCS knowing that she wanted more than strong A-Level results. She wanted to be part of a learning community that valued academic rigour and would stretch her thinking far beyond the curriculum. The pre-reading culture at The NCS was initially a challenge, but she soon found it helped develop independence, critical thinking, and genuine curiosity. Combined with knowledgeable teachers who displayed passion for their subjects, Yeva found that this environment made her a stronger learner.
Her journey at The NCS was shaped not only by the classroom, but also by the specialist programmes on offer. Through The NCS Finance School, she gained real-world insight by pitching to professionals and exploring areas of economics and global finance. Our extensive offer to prepare students for competitive applications to the world’s elite universities meant that Yeva was supported with mock interviews, one to one mentoring from alumni, and targeted preparation for aptitude tests which helped her make a competitive and successful application to study at the Ivy League in America.
Through all the hard work, Yeva found the real value at The NCS was its belief in her potential and the daily experience of being surrounded by other students who had the same drive for success. She’s just completed her first year of studying at Harvard University in the USA.
"The NCS has a holistic approach to education that's not just about grades, but it's also about becoming the best version of yourself."
Darnell took a leap of faith and joined our first cohort in 2014
The NCS helped him build a foundation for a successful career in finance
Discover Darnell's journey from NCS to success in Finance
Darnell was the second student to enrol at The NCS on a summery August morning in 2014. He was taking a ‘leap of faith’ in joining a new and unproven sixth form built on a promise and vision. He then applied all the lessons and skills he gained with us and made another leap into the world of finance where he now has a thriving career in the City of London’s investment banking sector. Ten years on, he reflects on how The NCS vision was realised and shares his advice with the students following in his footsteps.
When The NCS opened its doors to students ten years ago, Darnell was literally one of the first to walk through them. As the second ever student to enrol, he joined having just received his GCSE results from Lister Community School. As you’ll see in our video catch up, we filmed him at that exact moment to discover what he expected. With no track record to back the promises we made to our students, he decided to take a leap of faith, hoping we’d prepare him for a career in finance.
Two years later, after collecting his A-Level results he took another leap into the then unconventional path of joining a school leaver programme instead of going to university. This 12-month program provided hands-on experience, leading to a permanent role in investment operations in London.
The NCS played a crucial role in solidifying Darnell’s journey into adulthood. He emphasises the importance of students learning from The NCS, not just academically but holistically, “The journey doesn’t just start and end with NCS. Use it as a stepping stone to achieve what you set out to achieve.”
Sahil wanted a sixth form that would inspire his ambitions
The NCS provided an environment that pushed him further than he imagined
Watch Sahil's NCS Story - Discovering Physics to cracking the Oxford PAT
Motivated by a desire to attend a sixth form that would nurture his interest in engineering, Sahil joined The NCS from Stepney All Saints School. Within days he was drawn to the breadth of opportunities available at The NCS, including the unique Engineering School which helped him discover where to focus his interests in the sector. Through his time here, Sahil discovered his passion for physics and is now studying at the University of Oxford.
Before starting his journey at The NCS Sahil had high expectations, he soon found they were exceeded in ways he hadn’t anticipated. The NCS Engineering School provided lectures and practical working alongside students at UCL as part of Project X, all experiences that went far beyond the confines of a traditional A-Level classroom. Through the Engineering School’s guidance and discussions with his expert teachers on the sector, Sahil realised what interested him the most was the physics side, leading to further value adding opportunities such as the Orbyts space project.
Sahil also benefited from dedicated Oxbridge application support at The NCS, including rigorous preparation for Oxford’s challenging Physics Aptitude Test (PAT) and tailored guidance from enthusiastic, knowledgeable teachers and alumni. The combination of exceptional teaching, real-world projects, and personalised support helped Sahil become confident in his abilities, ultimately achieving his ambition of securing an offer from Oxford.
"As an NCS student, you have an advantage when applying to Oxbridge."
Tafsia always knew she wanted to go into STEM.
She’s now graduated from MIT in America.
Discover Tafsia's journey from NCS Engineering, to MIT, to supporting young coders
At The NCS Tafsia quickly learned that if you put in the work, there’s nothing to limit your ambition. At MIT in America – the world’s greatest university – she learned how to change the world via science, technology and maths.
Tafsia joined us from Sarah Bonnell and achieved A* / A* / A* / A* / A at A-Level. She went on to study Material Science and Engineering at MIT in America, graduating in 2020. She has since worked on research at Beyond Meat in LA and now is working at a technology company in London as well as providing personal tutoring within STEM. She recently returned to The NCS to teach a coding course with fellow NCS/MIT graduate Isuf.
The NCS provided Tafsia with all the support she needed to achieve her goal of attending an Ivy League university. Her message of positivity and not being afraid to compete to get the best for yourself reverberates around the walls of our buildings, leaving many students now looking to emulate her successes. “The NCS gave me everything I wanted in a college experience. It helped me through my A-Levels so much. The teachers are amazing. I miss it! But yes, I would absolutely 100% recommend it.”
[Learn more about The NCS Engineering School]
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Memunat was searching for a career that suited her talents
At The NCS she discovered a passion for law and a future at Oxford
Watch Memunat's Story - Discovering a career in Law with our Emerging Talent Programme
Memunat joined The NCS from Greatfields School with a strong academic record and a desire to discover what her future might look like. With the support of passionate teachers and the encouragement to explore her interests, she found her voice, defined her goals, and secured an offer to study at Oxford.
When Memunat arrived at The NCS, she had ambition, but wasn’t yet sure where it would lead. What she found was a sixth form that gave her the time, space, and expert guidance to explore her ideas and stretch her thinking via our Super Curriculum, Emerging Talent Programme, and Professional Schools. These opportunities allowed Memunat to develop independence and excel in a learning environment where academic passion was shared by staff and students alike. The culture at NCS helped shift her goals and made her believe in possibilities she hadn’t considered before.
She took full advantage of the support available, including tailored Oxbridge preparation and subject-specific supervisions that mirrored university-style learning. Through this, Memunat built the confidence and experience to apply to Oxford. She describes The NCS as a place that not only pushed her to succeed, but changed what she believed she could achieve.
"The NCS definitely encourage you to aim very high and never place limitations on yourself. They've helped me a lot to break down reservations I had about applying to Oxbridge."
Samiya learned how to be in a professional environment at The NCS.
She’s now training with one of the biggest law firms in the world.
Discover Samiya's journey from the first NCS cohort to a training contract in Law
Having your professional skills being built is one of the cornerstones of our Emerging Talent Programme. What Samiya learned and experienced in her two years at The NCS opened the door to one of the biggest corporate law firms in the world.
Having joined us from Sarah Bonnell with strong GCSE grades, Samiya became our first ever head girl and went on to secure exceptional A-Level grades. She chose to join our first cohort of students in 2014, specifically for the professional skills tutoring that we provide. She loves how we tailor enrichment to each individual’s strengths and desired destinations.
During her time at The NCS Samiya enjoyed workshops at a wide variety of corporate law firms, eventually securing a space on our all expenses paid international work experience with White & Case LLP. After impressing senior associates and partners during the trip, Samiya subsequently secured a training contract with the firm in London. Having completed her solicitor legal practice course (LPC), she’s now joined White & Case on a training contract. “It’s really rare to find teachers and individuals who are so invested in you. They make sure that they follow up with you [to see] how you’re doing. I am truly, truly grateful for my experiences at The NCS.”
[Learn more about The NCS Law School]
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Zubin wanted to explore ideas beyond the classroom
The NCS Liberal Arts School has helped him excel
Watch Zubin's Story - NCS Liberal Arts School provides skills to thrive
Zubin joined The NCS with a desire to push himself further. At The NCS he found a sixth form that offered more than academic success. Via our Emerging Talent Programme and Liberal Arts School, Zubin explored careers, built confidence through our Debate Club, and developed the skills that led to him studying at the Univeristy of Cambridge.
Zubin’s academic ambition was clear from the beginning, but he was looking for more than exam preparation. The NCS provided a sixth form that challenged him to grow intellectually and personally.
The transition from GCSE to A Level was significant, but Zubin felt supported from day one. With a strong focus on independent thinking, critical discussion, and subject mastery, The NCS environment prepared him to thrive.
Beyond the classroom, Zubin immersed himself in Debate Club and the Emerging Talent Programme which led to him becoming one of the first students to benefit from our Liberal Arts School. These opportunities helped him explore different career paths and strengthen his public speaking and analytical thinking. The specialist Oxbridge preparation, including subject-specific supervisions, mock interviews, and academic mentoring, helped Zubin navigate every stage of his Cambridge application.
He credits The NCS not just with helping him achieve his goals, but with helping him refine them.
"What the NCS means to me is walking through the door every morning and knowing that you'll be challenged. Challenged in your level of knowledge, your work ethic, and your outlook."
Zereena’s teachers gave her the confidence to aim higher.
She now works at the heart of UK democracy.
Discover Zereena's journey from NCS Liberal Arts to Parliament
Zereena joined The NCS in its founding year, setting a precedent for the many students who followed.
From feeling unsure of her path at 16, she then became our first student to study at Oxford and is now advising MPs in Parliament. Her journey embodies the ambition and self-belief that define our students and The NCS vision.
Zereena was among the very first students to experience the transformative environment of The NCS. Encouraged by her teachers to reach beyond her expectations, she applied to the University of Oxford – something she never thought possible before joining. As an alumni, she graduated with a degree in English from Corpus Christi College and soon found her passion for politics. Now working as a clerk in the House of Commons, she supports MPs in shaping legislation.
Reflecting on her time at The NCS, Zereena credits the sixth form with giving her the confidence to break past limitations and forge her own path. “I’m just really glad that I was able to go to a 6th form that is raising the standards in Newham and is helping students achieve their dreams, even dreams they didn’t know they had.”
Tahan knew he needed more than strong grades to succeed
The NCS’ holistic A-Level education prepared him for a future in medicine
Watch Tahan's Story - Sector exploration with The NCS Med School
Tahan joined The NCS from The Forest Academy with a clear ambition to pursue medicine. He was drawn to the academic rigour, subject expertise, and tailored opportunities on offer at The NCS that not only builds the academics but the person. From day one, he immersed himself in the NCS Med School and is at the University of Cambridge to study the subject he loves the most.
Tahan came to The NCS knowing he needed more than strong grades to succeed. He was looking for a sixth form that would push him, not only academically but personally. The emphasis on pre-reading, independent learning, and classroom discussion challenged him to think more deeply about his subjects. He credits the exceptional quality of teaching at The NCS for helping him stay curious, motivated and ahead of the curve.
Through The NCS Med School, Tahan explored what a career in medicine really involved. He met with professionals, took part in taster sessions, and gained a broader understanding of where his skills could take him. He was given the space to discover which niche in the sector best suited his interests and skillset.
With aspirations to study at Oxbridge, Tahan also benefited from our Elite University Preparation programme, including visits to Oxbridge, intensive support for interviews, admissions tests, and supervisions. These sessions provided Tahan with the confidence and tools to thrive throughout the application and interview process, leading to an offer to study at Cambridge.
"NCS teachers are very, very passionate about their subjects. All of the things that they've learnt at universities, they want to pass down to us, not just within the specification but also beyond."
At The NCS Lukenny learned the value of focus, hard work and resilience.
He’s carried that into university & work in the NHS during the pandemic.
Discover Lukenny's journey into Medicine & how The NCS shaped his work ethic
Admitting to many “tribulations” in his pre-undergraduate studies, Lukenny also talks warmly of how The NCS nurtured and taught him the rewards of working hard in an environment that housed other like minded students. He saw that same NCS quality at Imperial College London and after acing his A-Levels, decided it would be the perfect place to develop his skills in medicine.
Lukenny earned A* A* A* at A-Levels and is now studying Medicine at Imperial College London. During the pandemic he’s also been working in the NHS which, despite being challenging, has shown him the rewarding nature of his chosen field.
Staff at The NCS took Lukenny under their wings and taught him how to gain the best from the opportunities presented to him and how to focus and work hard to achieve his goals. More than the academics and enrichment provided as part of The NCS Med School, it’s this quality of the teachers and the relationships he forged that he speaks most fondly of. “Whilst I had a lot of tribulations at The NCS, it was also one of those things where I would never ever take it back. I learned so much at The NCS. So much more than just books. So much about life. So much of knowing to stick through the tough times. That atmosphere taught me to never give in to the challenges. I would definitely recommend it to any students that want to go far.”
Key 2026 A-Level Results Statistics
students with at least 3 A* / A grades
45+ Engineering and Computer Science offers
What ingredients help our students succeed?
We see the two years of A Level study as more than just learning a syllabus.
Our aim is to push, stretch, challenge and support our students as they investigate areas of interest, potential career paths and a deeper understanding of the subjects that they love.
There are many ways in which we accomplish this and our approach is tailored to each individual student. Some key components include:
Outstanding Teachers
Our greatest asset are our highly skilled, caring and supportive teachers who believe strongly in The NCS vision and are dedicated to ensuring our students are prepared for the challenges of the 21st century. Our outstanding results could not be achieved without the high quality, personalised learning and teaching that takes place on a daily basis, not to mention the regular and scheduled intervention classes ensuring that no NCS student is left behind. A number of Oxbridge graduates on our staff provide regular preparation sessions for University applications and interviews.
Elite University Preparation
The entire world of further education is open to all NCS students and we will provide you with the resources to explore choices and support you prepare the very best applications for university possible.
Our aim is to help and assist you to achieve your deserved next step. Whether that’s a Russell Group university, Oxbridge, an Ivy League education in the USA or work placement / industry programmes across the world, The NCS has the capacity and capabilities to help you realise your ambitions.
Professional Schools of Medicine, Engineering, Finance, Liberal Arts, and Law
The NCS Med School was set up to provide a dedicated service to those students who aspire to study medicine, dentistry and veterinary science at some of the world’s leading universities.
With students securing over 100 medicine and dentistry offers every year, NCS Med School has quickly established a local and national reputation for supporting students with their applications.
Following these successes, we established similar professional schools for other popular career destinations: Engineering, Finance, Liberal Arts, and Law. As with our Med School, these new services each have their own team of dedicated experts and are all ably led by a dedicated Director of Admissions. Discover more about each school by clicking on the buttons below.
Soft Skills and Industry Workshops
In today’s world it’s not enough to just have a set of amazing grades. To stand out from the crowd you need to be able to present yourself in a professional and articulate manner. We see it as vital that we develop students’ soft skills, confidence and critical thinking. To help us achieve this we work with industry partners to run workshops and masterclasses on important soft skills such as CV writing, presentation, team work and problem solving.
Emerging Talent Programme
Our students benefit immensely from our Emerging Talent Programme which has been created to give NCS students an insight into the career/s they have interest in pursuing as a career. It’s been designed in conjunction with industry and academic experts. The key areas it focusses on are Accountancy, Banking and Finance, Law, Engineering, Medicine and Dentistry.
Students will gain work experience amongst our pool of industry partners and receive mentoring from NCS mentors.
In our student profiles above, you’ll notice how students speak of the programme helping to cement their choices for further study at university.
Code Breakers
The NCS Code Breakers Course teaches students the hidden social and corporate codes which exist in the elite professions without which entry to and success in is limited. Alongside our classes in polish & etiquette, it’s the difference that most schools and Sixth Forms overlook.
Technology for Learning
Every student at The NCS receives an iPad as a core tool to aid their learning. With each device comes the majority of study textbooks, full course outlines, documents and tasks set for lessons and for further study. Students are able to interact with their live lessons to ensure that their learning is personalised to them, gaining the most from their teachers with support for extra material to help stretch understanding beyond the syllabus.
You can watch a video about our use of technology and hear the students talking about their experiences by clicking the button below.