Exceptional results, 140+ universities acceptances and countless opportunities

The Aquila School is celebrating exceptional academic achievements for its Class of 2026, marking a significant milestone for the school's inaugural Year 13 graduates. The cohort achieved a perfect 100 percent pass rate in both the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) and the Career-related Programme (CP).

With an average Diploma score of 34.4 points, surpassing the global average of 30.6, these students have opened doors to a world of opportunities. Collectively, they garnered more than 140 university acceptances and were awarded nearly Dh7 million in scholarships. Their acceptances span over 20 universities across the UK, Europe, North America, the Middle East, and Africa, including prestigious institutions like Durham University and the University of Toronto.

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We are immensely proud of the achievements of our IB Diploma and Career-related Programme pupils. Their results reflect years of hard work, resilience and ambition, and are a testament to the strength of our learning community. We congratulate every pupil on this important milestone and look forward to seeing the positive impact they will make as they take their next steps with confidence and purpose.

Wayne Howsen, Principal of The Aquila School, expressed immense pride in the pupils' hard work, resilience, and ambition. He highlighted the results as a testament to the strength of the school's learning community. The school also reported strong outcomes in GCSE and BTEC qualifications, with a 100 percent pass rate and a high percentage of top grades, underscoring a commitment to personalized, IB-inspired learning supported by robust pastoral care.

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These results reflect what is possible when students are supported through a Learning First approach that values academic achievement alongside confidence, curiosity and personal growth. From outstanding IB, GCSE and BTEC outcomes to university destinations across the world, The Aquila School’s inaugural graduating cohort has established a strong foundation for future students, and we are excited to see the impact they will make in the years ahead.