External Examination Results 2023
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IGCSE Subject |
9/8% |
9/7% |
9/6% |
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Biology |
74.6 |
88.1 |
96.6 |
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Chemistry |
75.0 |
89.6 |
97.9 |
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Computer Science |
48.8 |
70.7 |
87.8 |
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Economics |
53.3 |
75.0 |
90.0 |
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English 1st Lang. |
17.0 |
45.7 |
72.3 |
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English Literature |
54.5 |
81.8 |
95.5 |
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Fine Art |
33.3 |
60.0 |
86.7 |
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Further Maths |
66.7 |
66.7 |
88.9 |
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French |
60.0 |
93.3 |
93.3 |
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Geography |
40.7 |
74.1 |
92.6 |
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Greek |
12.8 |
38.3 |
61.7 |
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History |
48.6 |
71.4 |
85.7 |
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Mathematics |
76.4 |
92.5 |
98.1 |
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Physics |
73.6 |
90.6 |
92.5 |
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Statistics |
88.9 |
100.0 |
100.0 |
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Overall Averages |
50.7 |
72.1 |
86.3 |
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A-level Subject |
A*/A% |
A*/B% |
A*/C% |
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Accounting |
40.0 |
60.0 |
70.0 |
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Biology |
44.4 |
77.8 |
88.9 |
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Chemistry |
58.8 |
76.5 |
88.2 |
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Computer Science |
50.0 |
75.0 |
81.3 |
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Economics |
54.5 |
86.4 |
90.9 |
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English Literature |
– |
66.7 |
100.0 |
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Fine Art |
60.0 |
60.0 |
80.0 |
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Further Maths |
70.0 |
90.0 |
100.0 |
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French |
100.0 |
100.0 |
100.0 |
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Geography |
– |
77.8 |
88.9 |
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Greek |
82.7 |
93.6 |
100.0 |
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History |
14.3 |
42.9 |
87.5 |
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Mathematics |
50.0 |
66.7 |
90.7 |
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Physics |
55.6 |
66.7 |
77.8 |
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Psychology |
80.0 |
100.0 |
100.0 |
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Overall Averages |
61.3 |
80.8 |
92.6 |
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University Offers 2023
Offers from the most competitive Universities
UK
Bath University: Computer Science and Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering
University of Birmingham: Chemical Engineering, Psychology,
University of Bristol: Accounting and Finance, Biochemistry with Molecular Biology and Biotechnology, Computer Science, Economics, Mathematics and Computer Science, Mechanical Engineering, Psychology
University of Cambridge: Medicine
Cardiff University: Accounting and Finance, Biomedical Science, Computer Science (2), Economics and Management, Environmental Sustainability Science, Law (2), Psychology
City, University of London: Actuarial Science, Computer Science, Law
Durham University: Computer Science, Psychology
University of Edinburgh: Biological Sciences (Molecular Genetics)
University of Glasgow: Computer Science, Economics/Geography
Imperial College London: Mathematics and Computer Science (3), Medicine
King’s College London: Biomedical Engineering, Economics
University of Leeds: Accounting and Finance, Chemical Engineering, Economics and Geography
University of Leicester: Computer Science, Law (2), Mechanical Engineering, Psychology
London School of Economics and Political Science: Mathematics, Statistics and Business
Loughborough University: Computer Science, Geography with Economics
University of Manchester: Accounting and Finance, Actuarial Science and Mathematics, Architecture, Business Accounting with Professional Placement (flying start), Economics, Economics and Finance, Law, Psychology
Newcastle University: Accounting and Finance (3), Biomedical Genetics, Biomedical Sciences, Business, Accounting and Finance (Flying Start), Computer Science (3), Economics and Business Management, Law (2), Mathematics, Mechanical Engineering
University of Nottingham: Accountancy (flying start), Architecture, Economics, Geography with Business, Law, Psychology (2)
Queen Mary, University of London: Actuarial Science, Biomedical Engineering, Law, Psychology
University of Sheffield: Accounting and Financial Management, Architecture, Bioengineering, Business Management and Economics, Economics, Law (2), Mechanical Engineering (2), Psychology
University of Southampton: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Computer Science, Economics, Economics and Business Management, Economics and Finance, Law (2), Mathematics, Mathematics with Actuarial Science, Mechanical Engineering
University College London: Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering
Warwick University:Biochemistry, Biomedical Science, Computer Science, Economics, Global Sustainable Development
York University: Environmental Science
Other Countries
Belgium
KU Leuven: Business Administration
Canada
University of Toronto: Biochemistry
Czech Republic
Palacky University: Medicine (3)
Greece
Aristotle University of Thessaloniki: Medicine (2)
National and Kapodistrian University of Athens: Medicine (2)
Hungary
University of Pecs: Physiotherapy
Ireland
Trinity College Dublin: Computer Science
The Netherlands
University of Amsterdam: Psychology (2), Literary Studies, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Business Analytics, Business Administration
University of Groningen: Computer Science, Psychology, International & European Law (3), Medicine, International Business
Leiden University: Psychology (3), Liberal Arts & Sciences
Maastricht University: Computer Science, European Law (2), Science Programme
Utrecht University: Literary Studies
Vrije University Amsterdam: Computer Science, Law in Society, Business Analytics
USA
University of San Diego: Business
Syracuse University: Communication and Rhetorical Studies
University of Texas at Austin: Business
Note: Where more than 1 student hold offers for a specific university course, the number is indicated in brackets.
Calendar of Achievements 2023-2024
Academic Excellence
The Edexcel International High Achievers’ Awards
In October 2023, the School is informed that the following students are awarded by the Edexcel Board of Examinations the Outstanding Pearson Learner Award for having excelled in the 2023 examination series. Kalia Lefkati (F6) attained the Highest Mark in the World in GCE A-level Greek, Andreas Christou (F5) attained the Highest Mark in Cyprus in GCSE Statistics and Christina Vasileiou (F6) attained the Highest Mark in Cyprus in IGCSE Human Biology.
The Cambridge Board of Examinations High Achievers’ Award
In November 2023, the School is informed that Anastasios Nicolaou (Grad 2023) and Kalia Lefkati (Form 6) are awarded the Cambridge High Achievers’ Award for their outstanding results. Anastasios attained the Highest Mark in Cyprus in A-level Computer Science and Kalia attained the Highest Mark in Cyprus in IGCSE First Language English.
Distinction in European & International Programmes
European Youth Parliament – National Session
In August 2023, eleven GCS students represent the School in the 17th National session of EYP Cyprus, the theme of which is “Emerging from the past, refuelling the future: Advancing as a collective”. Our students share their experiences, knowledge and skills in discussing the obstacles they face as European youth. Coming together with students from all around Cyprus, a constructive dialogue is encouraged as to how to face those challenges collectively in order to flourish into a common future. Participants: Anna Lorena Macias, Christina Vasiliou, Stephanie Soteriou, Irene Makride, Christos Ioannou, Leda Nicolaou, Dorina Diakou, Thelma Piperidou, Semeli Tsentas, Andreas Christou and Giorgos Papacharalambous.
European Youth Parliament – International Session
In September 2023, Christos Ioannou of Form 6 and Andreas Christou of Form 5, are selected to attend the 100th EYP International Session to be held in Thessaloniki, Greece, during the Summer of 2024. International Sessions are the flagship events of the EYP Network, and welcome selected delegations from 39 countries across Europe.
Mediterranean Model United Nations
In February 2024, a delegation of four students represents the GCS in the 19th Annual MediMUN Conference, a simulation of the United Nations, taking on the challenges of international diplomacy. The delegates: Victoria Shahabian, Simoni Koshiari, Chrysocalanto Chandriotou and Dorina Diakou.
Euromath & Euroscience Student Conferences
In March 2024, our students represent the School in the Euromath & Euroscience student conferences held in Rome, Italy. Our students receive excellent comments for their work and win the following awards: Math Poster – 3rd Prize: Andreas Pantelides, Antonis Dianellos. Math Individual Presentations – 1st Prize: Zilin Gong, 2nd Prize: Feihung Han. Math Group Presentations – 2nd Prize: Stavros Papacharalambous, Fotini Yiorkadji, Antonia Kyriakou. 3rd Prize: Andreas Pantelides, Antonis Dianellos, Varnavas Hadjipanayis, Constantinos Charalambous. Science Poster 1st Prize – Evalena Papadopoulou. Science Individual Presentations – 2nd Prize: Emilios Papasoteriou, 2nd Prize: Antonis Pissarides. Group Science Presentations – 1st Prize: Maria Ioannou, Olivia Kattou, Antonia Kyriakou. 1st Prize: Andreas Stylianou, Angelos Christophorou, Aris Papallis, Theocharis Karatsiolis. 3rd Prize: Sotia Koukou, Anastasia Stylianide, Constantinos Patinios. Science Theatre 3rd Prize: Sotia Koukou, Anastasia Stylianidi.
First Tech Challenge
In March 2024, the GCS Robotics Club, with two teams, attend the 3rd FIRST TECH CHALLENGE robotics competition in Cyprus. Competing against teams from other public and private schools and institutes from Cyprus, as well as International teams from Russia and Kazakhstan, the «Curiositors» (Kyriakides Andreas, Tzialli Kyriaki, Papaevriviades Efstathios, Patsalidou Maria Vasilia, Americanos Aris, Florides Michalis, Glykys Evelthon, Pissarides Antonis) win the Best Rookie Team award, and the «Voyagers» (Han FeiHong, Stavrinou Marios, Hambezos Theophanis, Alexopoulou Danae Maria, Theofanous Christos, Wang Zicheng, Xu Kehan) win 2nd Place for the Design award.
Sci-Tech Challenge
Having researched and developed a business idea that focuses on making homes more sustainable and energy efficient, Form 5 Chemistry students Andreas Christou, Giorgos Papacharalambous, Ioli Demetriou, Orestis Stylianides, and Stefanos Constantinou represent the School in the National Sci-Tech Challenge 2024, and are awarded 3rd Place. The Sci-Tech Challenge is a programme designed to motivate students, aged 15-18, to consider career paths in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM). It is locally implemented by Junior Achievement Cyprus and their partners, ExxonMobil.
London International Youth Science Forum
Having been awarded a scholarship, Chandriotis Michalis and Fu Jingwen of Form 6 represent the School in the London International Youth Science Forum in August 2024.
Distinction in External Competitions
International Olympiad of Informatics
Having excelled in the Cyprus Olympiad of Informatics 2024, Andreas Leonidou of Form 7 is selected to represent Cyprus in the International Olympiad of Informatics (IOI). Andreas will also represent Cyprus in the Balkan Olympiad of Informatics (BOI) 2024. The Olympiad of Informatics consists of solving algorithmic problems of computer programming within a restrained timeframe.
International Geography Olympiad
Having been awarded 2nd and 4th Place respectively in the National Geography Olympiad, Theodoulos Ttelias of Form 7 and Iraklis Danos of Form 6, represent Cyprus in the 20th International Geography Olympiad held in Ireland under the auspices of the International Geographical Union Olympiad Task Force.
Pancyprian Chemistry Olympiad
On 9 March 2024, Year 7 Chemistry students, Andreas Hadjigregoriou and Gregoris Hadjigregoriou represent the School in the 31st Pancyprian Chemistry Olympiad organised by the Pancyprian Union of Chemists. and win the Bronze Medal.
Pancyprian Mathematics Relay Competition
On 31 January 2024, the students of the Maths School participate in the Pancyprian Maths Relay Competition organised by the Cyprus Mathematical Society. The GCS team aces the competition and ranks 1st out of the 75 participating schools with a score of 10 out of 10 (Form 1), 10 out of 10 (Form 2) and 10 out of 10 (Form 3). Participants: Form 1: Melanie Pavlou, Evangelos Pitsillis and Achilleas Stylianou. Form 2: Kyriaki Tzialli, Iasonas Diakos and Nikolas Christodoulou. Form 3: Stavros Georgiou, Michalis Florides and Evelthon Glykys.
Mathematics Olympiad
The following students excel in the Mathematics Olympiad 2024 organised by the Cyprus Mathematical Society: Form 1: Stylianou Achilleas (Silver), Pitsillis Evangelos (Silver), Hadjistavri Marianna (Bronze), Pavlou Melanie (Bronze) and Kladeftiras Orfeas Marios (Bronze). Form 2: Christodoulou Nikolas (Silver), Wen Yige (Bronze) and Diakos Iasonas (Bronze). Form 3: Americanos Aris (Silver) and Theofanous Sotiris (Bronze). Form 4: Karatsiolis Theocharis (Silver) and Papallis Aris (Bronze).
Regional Mathematics Competition
Maths school students Pitsillis Evangelos of Form 1 and Glykys Evelthon, Florides Michalis and Americanos Aris of Form 3 excel in the 2023-24 Regional Mathematics Competition organised by the Cyprus Mathematical Society.
Pancyprian Mathematics Competition
Maths school students Pitsillis Evangelos of Form 1 and Americanos Aris of Form 3 excel in the 2023-24 Pancyprian Mathematics Competition organised by the Cyprus Mathematical Society.
United Mathematical Challenge
In June 2024, the School is informed that Yige Wen of Form 2 has been awarded the Gold Medal in the Junior Mathematical Challenge organised by the United Kingdom Mathematics Trust (UKMT).
Pancyprian Statistics Competition
On 23 January, the School is informed that the two Form 3 teams that represented the School in the 1st National Phase of the National Statistics Competition, are successfully moving on to Phase 2 as their results were among the top 10 scores in the High School competition.
Mathematics Kangourou Competition
In April 2024, the following GCS students represent the School and excel in the Kangourou Mathematics Competition organised by the Thales Foundation: Pavlou Melanie, Tzialli Kyriaki, Kyrıakıdes Antreas, Christodoulou Nicolas, Florides Michalis, Glykys Evelthon, Karatziolis Theocharis, Christoforou Angelos, Papallis Aris, Yue Wang and Fu Jingwen.
Research Programme «Μαθητές στη Έρευνα»
In March 2024, the following students represent the School in the “Students in Research” competition organised by the Ministry of Education & Culture and the Research Promotion Foundation: Hadjipavlou Daphne, Kyprianou Styliani, Mafka Andriani, Hadjigregoriou Angeliki, Papacharalambous Stavros, Papandreou Xenia, Kontos Fanos, and Mavratsa Olga.
14th Pancyprian Informatics BEBRAS Competition
In March 2024, the Organising Committee of the 14th BEBRAS (Pancyprian Informatics & Computational Thinking Competition for Gymnasium Students) announces the results of the second round of the competition held in March, among schools all around Cyprus. The following GCS students are ranked among the first 15 winners for their year: Form 1 – Evangelos Pitsillis and Orfeas Kladeftiras. Form 2: Kyriaki Tzialli. Form 3: Evelthon Glykys and Michalis Florides.
The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2023
In November 2023, the School is informed that Dorina Diakou of Form 5 has received a Silver Award in The Queen’s Commonwealth Essay Competition 2023. The topic was ‘A Youth-Powered Commonwealth’.
19th Pancyprian Physics Olympiad
In June 2024, the School is informed that Tzialli Kyriaki of Form 2 will be awarded by the Cyprus Physicists Society for having excelled in the 19th Pancyprian Physics Olympiad 2024.
Distinction in Sports
Pancyprian Track and Field Games
In April 2024, Year 4 student Kyriacos Flouros and Marcos Demetriou of Year 2 represent the School in the Pancyprian Track and Field Games organised by the Ministry of Education, and win the Silver Medal and the Bronze Medal respectively.
Pancyprian Futsal Championship
The GCS Boys’ Futsal Team is the 2024 winner of the Boys’ Futsal Championship organised by the Ministry of Education among all high schools and technical schools across the island. The Team: Angelides Andreas, Chattalas Nicolas, Demosthenous Miltiades, Loucaides Loukas, Malloupas Nicolas, Rialas Andronicos, Poursaitides Constantinos (Captain), Theodotides Constantinos, Palmas Charilaos, Trypatsas Omiros, Demetriou Andreas, Kounnos George. Coaches: Yiannos Mylonas, Michalis Eleftheriades.
Pancyprian Badminton Games
In January 2024, Evelthon Hadjipantelis of Form 6 and Angeliki Avraam of Form 5 represent the School in the Pancyprian Badminton Games and win the Bronze Medal.
Pancyprian Swimming Competition
On 16 February 2024, Malevi Diakou and Gavrielidou Sofia represent the School in the Pancyprian Swimming Competition organised by the Ministry of Education & Culture and win the Silver Medal.
Pancyprian Table Tennis Competition
On 20 February, Soteris Theophanous of Form 3 represents the School in the Pancyprian Table Tennis Competition and wins the Bronze Medal.