UK Schools Achieve Top Rankings in 2025

The 2025 Sunday Times Parent Power league table reveals that several state schools have outperformed prestigious private schools in A-level and GCSE results, although the overall trend shows a decline for state schools since the pandemic. Henrietta Barnett School in London and King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Girls in Birmingham both received accolades for their academic excellence, each achieving remarkable A-level and GCSE scores. State schools are advocating for increased government funding to address disparities in resources compared to private institutions. Newstead Wood School in London also rose in rankings, highlighting the growing success of girls' schools across the UK. In the independent sector, St Paul’s Girls’ School topped the national rankings, emphasizing a focus on student wellbeing alongside academic performance. The southeast region boasts strong performers like Reigate Grammar School, which emphasizes character alongside academic achievement.