Home LearningExcellence In...Higher Education Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai highlight Outstanding Results for 2023/24 A-Level Cohort

Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai highlight Outstanding Results for 2023/24 A-Level Cohort

by Belinda Breeze

Students receive acceptance offers from prestigious universities worldwide, including The University of Durham, The University of Bristol, King’s College University London, and The University of San Diego

Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai’s Year 13 A-Level students have exhibited outstanding academic excellence in their 2023/2024 A-Level examinations. Remarkably, 39% of Repton Abu Dhabi students’ exam entries achieved A* to A grades, while 77% secured A* to B grades. 17% of exam entries from Repton Dubai students obtained A* to A grades. Many of the grades surpassed expectations, highlighting the significant impact of both the Repton Schools’ dedicated educators.

For their outstanding performances, Repton Abu Dhabi students received acceptance offers from prestigious universities worldwide, including New York University, University of Edinburgh, University of Exeter, and University of Amsterdam. The school recognises Salma Ibrahim, who achieved two A* and one A grades and will be attending American University of Cairo to study Engineering. Another notable Reptonian, Harrison Maxwell, achieved A-Level grades which included two A*, and will be pursuing a degree in Economics and Finance at University of Exeter.

Steven Lupton, Principal of Repton Abu Dhabi, expressed his joy, stating, “We are incredibly proud of our A-Level cohort’s outstanding achievements this year. They have set a high benchmark for future students, and I congratulate all of them for their incredible performances. I extend my heartfelt gratitude to our dedicated teachers and supportive parents, who have played a crucial role in nurturing a passion for excellence in our students. As our graduates move forward to new adventures, I am confident they will continue to excel and make us proud.”

Repton Dubai’s A-Level students also demonstrated remarkable academic achievements in their A-Level examinations for the academic year 2023/2024. The cohort achieved A* to A grades for 17% of exam entries, and A* to C grades were awarded to 68% of exam entries. For their exceptional performances, Repton Dubai students have also received acceptance offers from esteemed universities around the globe, including The University of Durham, The University of Bristol, and Kings’s College University London. The school highlights Youssef Thabet, who earned AAA grades and will be attending The American University of Sharjah to study Computer Science. Additionally, Aayush Sen successfully achieved A*AA grades and will be pursuing a degree in Mathematics and Computer Science at San Diego University.

Gillian Hammond, Principal of Repton School Dubai, expressed her pride in the students’ achievements: “Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai’s A-Level students have attained exceptional results, reflecting their hard work, parental support, and the unwavering commitment of our educators. Congratulations to both schools for this remarkable accomplishment.”

In addition to the A Level results, Repton Dubai is celebrating impressive 2024 BTEC results. As a thriving and developing BTEC provider, the Sixth Form has grown in popularity and success as a result of its personalised pathways, which cater for and support the specific needs and interests of its students.


Out of the exam entries for this year, an incredible 50% were awarded the top grade of Distinction, with 90% of entries achieving Distinction – Distinction. Overall Repton Dubai enjoyed a 100% pass rate, from Distinction* – Merit.

University now beckons for many of our BTEC students, including Duncan Nicol who earned a triple Distinction. Duncan will be attending his first-choice university, Edinburgh Napier, where he will be studying International Festival and Events Management. Similarly, Anna Koval who achieved a Distinction, alongside a double Distinction, is progressing onto the Condé Nast College of Fashion & Design in London.


The 2023-2024 academic year was marked by remarkable accomplishments for Repton Dubai, as the school celebrated ten years of receiving an Outstanding rating from the Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), setting a new benchmark in the UAE’s educational landscape. Additionally, Repton Dubai reinforced its leadership by being ranked among the top 10 schools in the Middle East, and top 5 in Dubai in the prestigious Spear’s Top 100 Schools Index 2024.


Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton Dubai are committed to empowering students to better position themselves in securing placements at top universities and enhancing their career prospects.

To learn more about the educational pathways offered by Repton Abu Dhabi and Repton School Dubai, please visit: