Student Achievements
Global Academic Success
Garden International School’s exceptional academic performance continually ranks us among the top British international schools globally. Each year, our students exceed expectations, achieving some of the highest A Level and IGCSE results in the region.
We are immensely proud of the outstanding achievements of our students. Their success reflects their determination and resilience, alongside the unwavering support and dedication of our teachers.
A Level
of all grades from A*–A
of all grades from A*–B
of all grades from A*-C
IGCSE
of all grades from A*-A
of all grades from A*-B
of all grades from A*-C
The Class of 2025 will pursue over 40 courses, including Accounting, Architecture, Biochemistry, Business, Engineering, Computer Science, Law, Medicine-related fields, Mathematics, Music, Psychology, Sociology, and UI/UX Design.
GIS graduates secure places at leading global universities, including Harvard, Cambridge, Oxford, Imperial, UCL, and LSE, as well as top institutions across 12 countries.
This breadth reflects a personalised approach that supports students in pursuing pathways aligned with their interests and goals. Beyond academics, a well-rounded curriculum, combined with strong pastoral care and community support, prepares students for long-term success.
Rewarding High Achievement
The Cambridge Learner Awards recognise exceptional performance in Cambridge examinations, with categories including Top in Malaysia, Top in the World, and High Achievement.
In the May/June 2025 examination series, 10 GIS students received Outstanding Learner Awards from Cambridge Assessment International Education.
| Student Name | Award | Qualification | Syllabus |
| Samara Rose Si En Yen | Top in the World | Cambridge IGCSE™ | History |
| Taeeun Kim | Top in the World | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Mathematics (Without Coursework) |
| Wan Muhammad Yusof Mohammed Rashdan | Top in the World | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Mathematics (Without Coursework) |
| Do Yun Kim | Top in the World | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Foreign Language Mandarin Chinese |
| Xinyan Liu | Top in the World | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Foreign Language Mandarin Chinese |
| Student Name | Award | Qualification | Syllabus |
| Ashlyn Han Chor | Top in Malaysia | Cambridge International A Level | Computer Science |
| Elena Lee | Top in Malaysia | Cambridge International AS Level | Economics |
| Elena Lee | Top in Malaysia | Cambridge International AS Level | History |
| Gaeun Kim | Top in Malaysia | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Design & Technology |
| Sonja Bama Srinivasan | Top in Malaysia | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Foreign Language French |
| Zahn Yang Kuan | Top in Malaysia | Cambridge IGCSE™ | Co-Ordinated Sciences (Double Award) |
| Student Name | Award | Qualification | Syllabus |
| Ashlyn Han Chor | High Achievement | Cambridge International A Level | Sociology |
| Lauren Zi Qing Yim | High Achievement | Cambridge International A Level | Sociology |
| Weng Kwong Mah | High Achievement | Cambridge International A Level | Music |
Rewarding High Achievement
The Outstanding Pearson Learner Awards (OPLAs) recognise students worldwide who achieve the highest marks in their Edexcel exams, at national, regional, and global levels.
In the May/June 2025 examination series, one GIS AS and A Level student received an OPLA from Pearson Edexcel.
| Student Name | Award | Qualification | Syllabus |
| Jared Wern Hee Goh | Highest Mark in Malaysia | Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level | Mathematics |
| Kenichi Kawano Weng | Highest Mark in Malaysia | Pearson Edexcel International Advanced Level | French |
These achievements reflect the resilience, dedication, and hard work of these eleven students, supported by expert teachers, who have exceeded expectations and made their families and the GIS community proud.
The recipients of the 2026 Cambridge and Pearson Outstanding Learner Awards will be announced in October/November 2026.
Value Added Results
Value-added measures student progress over time against their starting point and global benchmarks, comparing predicted outcomes with actual results.
GIS students consistently exceed expectations, with A Level results averaging +0.55 grades above forecasts and IGCSE results +1.5 grades higher. These outcomes reflect the strength of teaching and learning at GIS and a commitment to maximising each student’s potential.
Our value-added results are based on data provided by GL Education, The Fischer Family Trust (FFT) and the Center for Evaluation & Monitoring specialising in the analysis of school performance data and providing value-added analysis.
University Destinations
GIS students progress to a wide range of universities and tertiary pathways worldwide, including highly selective institutions. Increasingly, they explore diverse options to find the best fit for their next step.