Results & Destinations

Subject Successes in 2026

We continue to excel in our creative subjects:

• 75% Graphics students achieved A*-A
• 51% of Art and Design students achieved A*-A
• 77% of Photography students achieved A*-B

Beyond the Arts, our STEM subjects also achieved fantastic results:

• 66% of Further Mathematics students achieved A*-A
• 100% of Computer Science students achieved A*-B
• 100% Physics students achieved A*-B

GCSE results for 2025 are strong for a non-selective school, and continue to outperform the national average.

Notably in subjects such as History where 100% of students achieved grades 9-6 and in English Literature, Chemistry and English Language where 100% of students achieved grades 9-4.

James Kidd, Principal at DLD College London commented: “I am very pleased with this year’s GCSE results at DLD College London, which reflect the consistency and dedication of both our students and staff. To see performance maintained at a strong level, in line with previous years, is a testament to the hard work, resilience, and determination of our students. We are proud of what they have achieved and excited to support them as they continue with us on their academic journeys.”

Our BTEC Extended Diploma students secured equally impressive results. 100% of Business students and 100% of Creative Digital Media students achieved Distinction or Merit grades.

Notable student successes included Daniel T who achieved a D*D*D in BTEC Business, reflecting on his result and time at DLD he said, “I’m really happy with my results. I worked incredibly hard to achieve the grades I needed to get into university. I had a great time at DLD, made incredible memories, and built wonderful friendships. It was also an honour to represent the school football team over my four years at DLD, with great support from Sean and Max, who were a huge part of that journey, and helped me create memories and experiences I will always remember.  

My teachers, especially Fumi, Patrick, Nick, Sean, and David, were incredibly supportive and helped me through their mentorship, guidance and encouragement to achieve my goals. I’m excited to take the next step and study Business Management at the University of Bristol.”

Other BTEC students have gone on to study at Russell Group universities, demonstrating the quality of the courses, the high-esteem in which their held and the variety in opportunities these offer students.

BTEC Certificate students have secured a 100% pass rate, including 50% of grades awarded at Distinction (D) or above.

We are celebrating outstanding academic success after achieving a 100% pass rate in this year’s Foundation Programme (FP). The results highlight the college’s continued commitment to academic excellence, with 42% of students earning Distinctions across all pathways.

Several subject areas delivered particularly strong performances. 75% of students studying on the Economics & Advanced Maths pathway achieved a grade of 85% or above and were awarded a Distinctions, reflecting the college’s strength in quantitative and analytical disciplines. Biomedical Science students also excelled, with 67% awarded a distinction as a result of achieving a grade of 80% or above, while half of students on the Computer Science pathway reached a top grade of over 80%. 

Many of our departing FP students have secured places at leading Russell Group universities, where they will begin their studies in September. Their achievements highlight the transformative impact of the FP and the college’s commitment to nurturing ambition and academic confidence.

Assistant Principal and Head of Programmes, Celestine Cawley reflected, “Congratulations to students for their resilience, ambition, and academic commitment. It is great to see fantastic results yet again, a testament to our teaching staff who consistently get the best out of our students. The results further strengthen DLD’s position as a leading provider of foundation pathways for students preparing for university study in the UK.”