Durham Assessment System Results
Students at Farringtons School consistently outperform predictions, exceeding expectations by an average of 0.22 points through the Durham assessment system. Those entering with higher MIDYIS and YELLIS scores perform even more impressively, surpassing forecasts by 0.48 and 0.796 points respectively—a pattern that reflects both effective teaching approaches and an environment where academic ambition finds genuine support.
Farringtons School GCSE Results
At Farringtons School, 92% of GCSE grades fall between 9 and 4, sitting 10% above the national benchmark. In 2023, a third of students achieved the highest grades—9, 8, or 7—with some earning top marks across every subject they took, while others reached these grades in seven or more disciplines.
Sixth Form Results
Students pursuing A-Level and BTEC qualifications demonstrate strong outcomes, with 21% achieving A* or A grades in 2023, while 68% reached the A–C range. Many graduates have gone on to Russell Group universities, including King’s College London and the University of York, though some have chosen apprenticeship routes with employers like Deutsche Bank instead.
University Preparation
The pathway from Farringtons School to higher education proves consistently successful, with graduates gaining places at leading universities across subjects ranging from law and economics to biomedical sciences. This progression reflects both the breadth of academic programs available and the support teachers provide as students navigate applications and prepare for university-level study.
