Indian, Pakistani students shine in UAE’s record A-Level and BTEC results

Students across the UAE have posted stellar A-Level and BTEC results this year, with several schools recording their best-ever performances. From top grades to inspiring personal stories, the Class of 2025 has set a new benchmark for academic excellence.

Brighton College Abu Dhabi achieved 17 per cent A*, 44 per cent A*–A, and 68 per cent A*–B, with standout subject results including 100 per cent A* in computer science and art.

American student Hannah Aly, who earned four A*, credited past papers, flashcards, and early preparation for her success.

“I mainly focused on doing a lot of past paper questions as they helped me get used to the exam style and see where I needed to improve. For subjects that involved more memorisation, I found flashcards really useful because I could go over them often in short bursts,” Aly said.

Pristine Private School, Dubai reported a 100 per cent pass rate in the Cambridge International Examinations held in May/June. Among 84 AS Level candidates, 58 per cent scored A*–B and 73 per cent achieved A*–C across more than 19 subjects. At A Level, 91 per cent of the 71 students attained A*–C, with 68 per cent achieving A*–B.

Pakistani student Ashar Ul Hassan, who got A*A*A, credited his success to consistent effort and support from his school and family. “Couldn’t have asked for a better environment to grow into the student I am today… it feels great to leave school on such a high note,” he said.

At GEMS Wellington Academy – Silicon Oasis, students posted the strongest A-Level and Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) results in the school’s history.

Indian student Maria Aziz Betulwala achieved triple Distinction* and will join Canadian University Dubai. She called her results “a launchpad for my journey ahead… WSO has truly prepared me to become world-class and world-ready.”

Fellow student Sadhika Satish Gopinathan, also earning triple Distinction*, will attend Berklee College of Music to pursue a BA in vocal performance and music therapy. “Behind these results is my resilience, hard work, and the unwavering support from my teachers and peers,” she said.

From GEMS Our Own English High School – Al Ain, 17-year-old Pakistani student Noor Fatima achieved three A*s and will study at Khyber Medical College.
“This journey was filled with challenges, but it taught me patience and the value of hard work.”

GEMS Founders School – Dubai celebrated its largest-ever Year 13 cohort, with 559 A-Level entries from 213 students. Executive Principal Matthew Burfield reported that 59 per cent of grades were A*–B and 83 per cent were A*–C, including 10 per cent at A* and 30 per cent at A-A*.

At Dubai British School Jumeirah Park, 25 per cent of entries were graded A* and 50 per cent A*–A. Student Maxwell expressed joy at achieving the highest possible grades on his course, saying he would “miss DBSJP so much.”
Jebel Ali School marked its best-ever Post-16 results, with 62 per cent of entries at A*–B and 32 per cent at A*–A. Principal Simon Jodrell praised students’ “exceptional hard work, dedication, and resilience.”

Repton Abu Dhabi reported 43 per cent A*–A and 72 per cent A*–B, while Repton Dubai achieved 31 per cent A*–A and 62 per cent A*–B.

At Horizon International School, A-Level students averaged a grade above expectations, with 54 per cent earning A*–B.

Dubai College recorded a staggering 74 per cent of exams at A* or A, a figure Head of Sixth Form Ateka Tarajia described as “reflecting the exceptional hard work and talent of our students.”

This year’s results not only mark academic milestones but also highlight the perseverance, discipline, and ambition of students across the UAE.