When GCSE results were released in August, early returns pointed to another successful year for students across the borough. The full results have now been received, confirming that students in Ealing continued to perform strongly compared with both London and national averages.
Students across the borough collected their GCSE results on Thursday (20 August) and it has been another strong year for its schools and pupils, according to the latest figures.
What do the results say?
- 82% of students achieved grade 4 or above in English. A grade 4 is considered a pass at GCSE level. This compares with the London average of 64% and the national average of 60%.
- 76% of students achieved grade 4 or above in maths, compared with the London average of 61% and the national average of 57%.
Signs of further improvement
The figures also show a small increase in the borough’s average Attainment 8 score, one of the government’s main measures of GCSE performance. The score reflects pupils’ achievements across 8 subjects and is used to compare outcomes between schools and areas.
The borough’s average Attainment 8 score increased to 52.9, up from 52.0 in 2025. This remains well above the national average (45.9 in 2025) and the average for London schools (50.5 in 2025).
A recognition of hard work
These results reflect the hard work and commitment of young people across the borough, as well as the support provided by teachers, school staff and families.
Councillor Blerina Hashani, Ealing Council’s cabinet member for a fairer start, said:
“Whether students are moving on to sixth form, further education, apprenticeships or other opportunities, I wish them every success in the next stage of their journey.”
“Congratulations to all the students who received their GCSE results. Their achievements reflect years of hard work and determination, supported by teachers, school staff and families across our borough.
“The results are very encouraging and show the borough continuing to perform strongly compared with both London schools and schools across the country.
