On Eye on Education with Helen Farmer, Zareef Petkar, Assistant Principal at Horizon International School, reflected on the school’s outstanding A-Level results. Horizon achieved a 100% pass rate, with 54% of students awarded A–B grades*, alongside a strong value-added score of +1, showing many pupils outperformed expectations.

Zareef described results day as an emotional milestone, noting the importance of balancing academic achievement with emotional support. He emphasised close collaboration between families and schools, with conversations that look beyond grades to celebrate the broader learning journey.

Students are now heading to top UK universities, institutions across Europe, and universities within the UAE. Zareef highlighted how quickly post-results decisions unfold, with conditional offers and clearing requiring calm and informed choices – made easier with the support of staff and parents.

He concluded by reminding listeners that exam results are just one chapter in a much bigger story of personal growth.

Watch the full interview here: