Dulwich Students Earn ‘Top in World’ Laurels

Students from Dulwich College International schools have achieved an impressive series of academic distinctions. In this year's IGCSE examinations, our students earned 7 'Top in World', 2 'Top in Asia' and 13 'Top in Country' distinctions. 

Yang J from Dulwich College (Singapore) earned three major awards, a remarkable feat achieved by only a handful of candidates and driven by her determination and exceptional ability.

Academic excellence at Dulwich College International is built through consistent preparation and rigorous study across disciplines. This year, we recorded strong results in languages, mathematics, history, economics, art, physical education, chemistry and music. 

Jake Z, a Year 13 student from Dulwich International High School Programme Suzhou, received an Outstanding Cambridge Learner Award after earning a full score in AS Further Mathematics and securing a Top in the World ranking. This builds on his earlier success in IGCSE examinations and reflects his deep engagement with complex subject matter.

Take a look at all the awards that our students earned. 

Several award recipients attended the Outstanding Pearson Learner Awards and the Outstanding Cambridge Learner Awards ceremonies. The events recognised their hard work and persistence that led to these results.

The Dulwich network also received special recognition. Dulwich College Shanghai Pudong, Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi and Dulwich College Beijing each received the 2025 Pearson Outstanding School Award – 'Reach for the Stars Award'. This commendation reflects high standards in curriculum design, teaching quality and student development.

Student Reflections

 

Bella T-B
Dulwich College Shanghai Puxi
Top in Asia in IGCSE Spanish

Bella expressed her delight at receiving this distinction: 'This award means a great deal to me because it strengthens my confidence in Spanish. I want to thank Ms Bell and Ms Barton for encouraging me to challenge myself, identify areas for improvement and keep progressing. Their support made this possible.'

 

Michael M
Dulwich College Beijing
Top in China in IGCSE Psychology

Michael shared his advice for students preparing for IGCSEs: 'Start by creating a clear study plan. Ask your teachers questions whenever you need help. Ms Merritt always took time to explain things carefully, which helped a lot. ' He recommends flashcards, highlighting key ideas and using AI tools for self-testing. 'I also created mind maps for each subtopic. It helped me organise information clearly.'

 

Amy Y
Dulwich College Beijing
Top in China in IGCSE International Mathematics

Amy said she was grateful for the recognition and saw it as encouragement to keep improving. For students planning to take International Mathematics, she advises active learning: 'Instead of working through as many questions as possible, review your mistakes and understand the reason behind each one. Every correction helps you move forward. Stay engaged and ask questions whenever you need help. I still have a lot to learn, but studying this way has made the whole process more rewarding.'

Building a Strong Foundation for Senior Courses

The IGCSE (International General Certificate of Secondary Education) is a globally recognised two-year programme known for its academic rigour. This year, 514 Dulwich students completed the examinations with excellent results:

• 47% of grades were A (8/9)*
• 23% of students achieved all A/A* grades
• Overall pass rate: 98%

Students in Years 10 and 11 complete I/GCSE courses selected to match their interests and future pathways. These courses prepare them for advanced programmes such as the IB Diploma Programme and A Level.

These results reflect the sustained effort of our students, the expertise of our teachers and the strength of the Dulwich educational approach. We congratulate all award-winning students and campuses and look forward to further academic achievements across the Dulwich community.