AKS Lytham is celebrating the achievements of its Year 11 students as they mark another strong set of GCSE results and look ahead to the next stage of their education.
Throughout their Senior School journey, this year group has combined academic ambition and achievement with an impressive contribution to the wider life of AKS. From memorable performances on stage and commitment on the sports field to music, leadership, service, CCF and Duke of Edinburgh, their contribution has been felt across all areas of school life.
Headmaster David Harrow said:
“As always, we have been delighted to see strong individual and collective grades on the day, and these are undoubtedly important. But, much more than that is what is not measured by the numbers - the great performances on stage, the energy and endeavour in sport, the contribution to the community, and the development of the future-facing skills and characteristics needed to thrive in the times to come.
“That it has all been done with such good cheer and camaraderie from this super year group is the real mark of the people they are becoming, and I look forward with keen anticipation as they move into the Sixth Form, taking another step towards an impactful and exciting future.”
Student Success Stories
This year’s leading achievers have combined academic excellence with impressive contributions to school life, with many individual successes to celebrate.
Student Success Stories
This year’s leading achievers have combined academic excellence with impressive contributions to school life, with many individual successes to celebrate.
Hollie C achieved an exceptional 9 Grade 9s, winning the Fletcher Prize for Mathematics and Graham Smith Prize for Chemistry, while also contributing extensively to school music as a Music Scholar and member of Swing Band and Brass Band. Ava H gained 6 Grade 9s and 3 Grade 8s, combining academic excellence with a passion for drama, performing as Camille in Les Misérables, winning the Newby Prize for Drama and completing her Bronze DofE Award.
Thomas E achieved 5 Grade 9s, 2 Grade 8s and 3 Grade 7s, receiving the Alison Cummings Prize for Biology and Lowe Prize for Geography while contributing enthusiastically to CCF, service initiatives and the Common Sense Club, as well as completing his Bronze DofE Award. Finlay L secured 5 Grade 9s, 3 Grade 8s and 1 Grade 7 while making an exceptional contribution to music, drama and sport. A talented vocalist and performer, he played Marius in Les Misérables, was named U16 Rugby Player of the Season, received prizes for Music, Rugby and Business Studies and completed his Bronze DofE Award.
Lila N achieved 3 Grade 9s, 4 Grade 8s and 2 Grade 7s while making a significant contribution to Performing Arts as a Drama Scholar and accomplished singer and actress. Her performances included the contrasting roles of Fantine in Les Misérables and the Beggar Woman in Sweeney Todd, and she received the Critchley Family Trophy for Performing Arts as well as completing her Bronze DofE Award. Anika R achieved 1 Grade 9 and 8 Grade 8s, winning the Joan Harley Prize for Religious Studies alongside her involvement in Medical Society and completing both her Bronze and Silver DofE Awards.
Across the cohort, 43% of all GCSE grades were awarded at the top 9 to 7 level, alongside outstanding individual performances across a broad range of subjects.
Senior Deputy Head Allan McKeown added:
“GCSE Results Day is an important milestone and I am immensely proud of the commitment our students have shown to their studies and the progress they have made throughout their time at AKS. Behind every result is an individual journey, and it is particularly rewarding to see students achieving outcomes that enable them to take their next steps with confidence.
“For many, that next step will be AKS Sixth Form, where they will build on the strong academic foundations established during Senior School while developing greater independence, intellectual curiosity and ambition. They are an exciting group of young people with enormous potential, and we look forward to seeing them continue to grow, challenge themselves and pursue the opportunities ahead.”
Next Open Day: Saturday 10th October 2026
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