Examination Results and Leavers’ Destinations

NULS and its students enjoy a reputation for securing outstanding examination results being amongst the very highest in the County and in the entire West Midlands region. Recent years have seen our examination performance at GCSE and at A Level reach new highs and break historic school records too.

NULS is renowned as the highest performing school in Staffordshire at GCSE and A Level and holds the county’s records for highest performance in both of these examination areas.

In 2025, NULS’ results reached new heights with a full breakdown attached below. The following results for GCSE and A Level, unlike many schools, are not blended with different qualifications. The outstanding performance of our students speaks for itself.

NULS celebrates the quality and diversity of its leavers’ destinations and future pathways. From securing places at the very best universities both in the UK and abroad, to prestigious Degree Apprenticeships, Scholarships and Gap Year opportunities, we pride ourselves on using the vast experience and expertise we have within our school and beyond, to give our talented students the support they need to access the futures that align with their interests, personal strengths and key skills.