Merton (Parliament Politics Magazine) – Students in Merton receive their GCSE and vocational results for 2025, highlighting another year of academic success across the borough’s secondary schools.
According to preliminary data, Merton students are still performing well in math and English, despite a decline in national performance.
With all of the borough’s schools now receiving good or better ratings from Ofsted, this achievement is a testament to the commitment of educators, school administrators, and families as well as the resilience of Merton’s educational system.
Wimbledon College students celebrated with Councillor Sally Kenny, Cabinet Member for Jobs, Skills, and Education.
She stated:
“Congratulations to all our young people receiving results today. We are incredibly proud of your hard work and determination, and excited to see the next steps in your journey.
My thanks also go to our teachers, school staff and families, whose support has been vital in enabling our young people to succeed.”
What strategies helped Merton schools improve GCSE results post-pandemic?
Schools improved the quality of remote education significantly compared to earlier lockdowns, delivering more effective live lessons and interactive feedback to students. Merton schools used government catch-up and recovery funding effectively, including tutoring programs and mentoring, to address learning gaps caused by the pandemic.
Schools prioritized the wellbeing of pupils, staff, and leaders throughout the pandemic and recovery, incorporating more Personal, Social, and Health Education (PSHE) lessons and providing resources to support mental health.
Teachers and leaders received targeted professional development, including training for second-year teachers and peer coaching for headteachers to strengthen leadership and teaching quality.