Students at colleges and sixth-forms across Kingston are receiving their A Level and College results today (Thursday, 13 August).

The results will determine things like university places and apprenticeship spots for the borough's youngsters.

The Kingston Academy

Pupils at The Kingston Academy are celebrating the school's strongest-ever set of A-level results, with 40% of grades awarded at A* or A.

Overall, 40% of grades were A or A*, compared with 30% nationally, while 70% were graded B or above, compared with 56% nationally.

The school said 20 students achieved three or more A levels at A* or A, while the results also led to a record number of students being offered places at Russell Group universities.

Among those celebrating were Catriona, who will study Medicine at the University of Birmingham, Ella, who has accepted an offer to study French at the University of Oxford, and Lyanne, who will study Chemical Engineering at the University of Cambridge.

Kingston Academy said the results had opened up a range of opportunities for its students, with outstanding grades helping them secure places at leading universities and other pathways.

Southborough High School

Southborough High School pupil's secured places at universities including Cambridge and King's College London.

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Among the students celebrating were Angus, Madhav, Jeffrey and Hamza, who achieved a series of A and A* grades.

Their results secured places at Cambridge University, Queen Mary University of London, King's College London's Medical School and St George's Medical School.

The school also highlighted the achievement of Rio, who returned to his studies after suffering a serious acquired brain injury several years ago.

After working to continue his education, Rio has secured a place at St Mary's University to study Sport and Exercise Science.

Southborough High School described his achievement as an "incredible" journey and praised his determination throughout his studies.

The school said it was proud of the Class of 2026 and wished students well as they move on to university, apprenticeships and employment.

More results to follow.