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September 24, 2024

Celebrating the exam success of our Defence Children Services schools

Proud GCSE students at St John’s School

Mr Richard Sproson (Head Teacher) and Myles at King Richard School (GCSE student)

Defence Children Services (DCS) schools, which support Service children in education and care, are pleased to share the recent exam success of their pupils.

Defence Children Services schools, which are attended by children while their parents are stationed overseas, have some great news to share…

St John’s School and King Richard School in Cyprus are proud to announce the Summer 2024 exam success of their secondary school pupils. These results represent the dedication, resilience, and hard work of students and staff alike.

Applauding the A Level and BTEC results 

The results for both schools demonstrate improvements for Year 13 students, made up of 17 and 18 year olds. This year, the average A Level grade for both schools is a grade C. While this has been maintained by King Richard School, it is an improvement for St John’s School, which scored an average D grade in 2023.

Similarly, the outcome for Business and Technology Education Council (BTEC) students at both schools has increased from last year and is above the average English national score for 2024.

All students at these schools have been successful in securing a place in their further educational choices, with 98% of students getting their first choices.


Student success at GCSE

Both schools have also celebrated their GCSE results, where students have performed strongly. This shows the school’s ongoing commitment to academic excellence.

Both schools scored significantly above the English national average of 67.4% in English and Mathematics. St John’s School reported that 75.5% of students achieved grades 4+ in English and Mathematics, compared to 88% for King Richard School.

Head Teacher of Saint John School, Colin Guyton, and Head Teacher of King Richard School, Richard Sproson, praised the efforts of their students and the unwavering support of their staff, parents, and the wider school community.

“As we celebrate these achievements, we are reminded of the resilience and determination of our students,” said Colin Guyton. “Their success is a reflection of their hard work, and we are incredibly proud of their accomplishments.” Richard Sproson, of King Richard School added: “Our students have demonstrated remarkable progress and commitment. These results not only reflect their academic abilities but also their growth as individuals ready to take on future challenges.”

How DCS supports military families

DCS schools support military families by providing education which aligns with the needs of military operations. By fostering a strong academic and caring environment, DCS schools contribute to the well-being and stability of military communities, ensuring that children of Service personnel receive an education that supports both their personal development and the broader mission of defending our country.