~ Sunmarke delivers outstanding GCSE, A-level, BTEC and IB results, while Regent International excels in GCSE and A-levels ~
Dubai, United Arab Emirates, 21st August 2026 – Fortes Education is delighted to celebrate an exceptional set of 2026 GCSE and A-level results achieved by students at Sunmarke School and Regent International School, with both schools recording strong outcomes across their cohorts.
At Sunmarke School, an outstanding 67% of all GCSE grades were awarded at grades 9–7, equivalent to A*–A, while 46% were awarded at grades 9–8 and 24% of all entries achieved the very highest grade 9.Across the full results profile, 86% of grades were awarded at grades 9–6 and an exceptional 99% at grades 9–4, demonstrating the strength and consistency of achievement across the cohort. Furthermore, 97% of students achieved five or more grades at 9–4, including English and Mathematics.
Sunmarke students also achieved particularly strong results across the core curriculum, with excellent results in English, Mathematics and the Sciences. In Mathematics, 82% achieved grades 9–7, with one third of entries awarded the highest grade 9. At grades 9–7, students achieved 85% in Biology, 90% in Chemistry and 93% in Physics. Among these exception results, one student achieved an extraordinary 11 grade 9s, making it the highest possible grade across every subject studied.
The strong outcomes continued through the school’s senior pathways, with A-level and BTEC achieving a 100% pass rate. An impressive 85% of all A-level and BTEC grades were A*–B, placing Sunmarke in Dubai’s Outstanding category. 60% of all A Level results were graded A*–A, while 79% of BTEC grades were Distinction or Distinction*.
The school’s IB Diploma Programme also delivered excellent results earlier this summer, achieving an average of 36.4 points, significantly above the global average, with graduates securing places at leading universities worldwide. 67% of students achieved 35+ points.
Mr Nicholas Rickford, Principal of Sunmarke Schoolsaid: “Seeing such excellent academic results is a testament to the long-term journey our students make from early years through secondary school. Achieving this level of success amidst the widespread disruption to learning across the Middle East highlights the true determination of our school community. We remain deeply committed to excellence at every grade level, ensuring our students are thoroughly prepared to thrive in the next chapter of their education.”
Regent International School also celebrated an outstanding summer of academic success, with excellent results at GCSE and A-level. For GCSE, the school achieved a 100% pass rate with 93% of exam entries graded 9–4 (A*–C), 74% graded 9–6 (A*–B), and 55% graded 9–7 (A*–A). At A-level, the school achieved a 99% overall pass, with 97% of grades awarded at A*–C and 82% at A*–B. Students achieved 100% A–B grades in Biology, Physics, Chemistry, Economics and Product Design.
Three students within the 2026 A-Level cohort achieved particularly exceptional outcomes, reflecting their hard work, determination and commitment throughout Sixth Form.
Congratulating the students, Principal, Mr David Williams, Regent International Schoolsaid, “Today is a really special moment for our students and the whole Regent community. Behind every one of these results is a story of hard work, ambition and students who continued to believe in what they could achieve, even when they were challenged along the way. I could not be prouder of this group. They have approached their studies with maturity and determination, supported every step of the way by exceptional teachers and families who have encouraged and believed in them. While we are delighted to celebrate such excellent academic outcomes, what makes me most proud is the young people our students have become. They leave Year 11 ready for what comes next – confident in themselves, ambitious for their futures and excited about the opportunities ahead.
For many, that next chapter will be here with us in Sixth Form, and I cannot wait to see what they achieve next.”
The results at both schools reflect Fortes Education’s commitment to academic excellence, Positive Education, student wellbeing and holistic development. Through expert teaching, personalised guidance and a focus on resilience and character, Sunmarke School and Regent International School continue to prepare students for the next stage of their education and future opportunities.
About Fortes Education
Fortes Education, founded over 40 years ago by Mrs. Shakuntala Mankani, is a global leader in delivering world-class, holistic education. The organisation operates schools and early education centers that foster academic excellence, character development, and well-being. With a team of over 900 passionate educators and innovators, Fortes Education is home to two prestigious schools, Regent International School and Sunmarke School, and a leading early education brand, Jumeirah International Nursery.
Regent International School, a top-tier institution in the UAE, offers an enriched British education that emphasises not only academic achievement but also personal growth and values. Sunmarke School, recognised as one of the most transformative schools in the Middle East, provides an ambitious, values-based education that secures top university placements for its students. Jumeirah International Nursery, with nine branches across the UAE, sets the standard for early education excellence. The cornerstone of Fortes Education’s approach is Positive Education, a unique blend of Positive Psychology and best teaching practices that allow individuals, schools, and communities to flourish.