Claremont Students Shine with Outstanding LAMDA Exam Success

Over the past three years, a total of 148 exams have been conducted, with 146 Distinctions and 2 Merits achieved.

This year has been a remarkable one for Claremont School students undertaking LAMDA exams, with results that have left us absolutely thrilled. In February 2025, 25 students took their exams, with 23 achieving Distinctions and 2 earning Merits. By July, another set of 26 students sat for their exams, all of whom achieved Distinctions. Over the past three years, a total of 148 exams have been conducted, with an astounding 146 Distinctions and 2 Merits achieved.

These results reflect the hard work and dedication of every single student, as part of Claremont’s double national award-winning Performing Arts department. LAMDA exams have a profound impact on young people, providing one-on-one interaction with teachers that fosters personal growth and confidence. This individualised attention allows students to explore their abilities, make mistakes, and ultimately discover their unique strengths at their own pace.

For those going to university, Gold Distinction is worth 30 UCAS points; over half of an A*/A Level grade.

With a variety of exams to choose from – Acting, Public Speaking, Devising, Musical Theatre, and the updated Shakespeare exam – each offers its own valuable lessons. Acting encourages empathy and storytelling, while Public Speaking equips students with the ability to communicate effectively. Devising promotes creativity and responsibility, and Musical Theatre combines singing, movement, and storytelling in a joyous expression. The updated Shakespeare exam introduces students to the richness of Shakespeare's language and themes in an engaging manner.

What is most rewarding is witnessing students find their voices, take creative risks, and grow – not just as performers, but as individuals. The skills they acquire through LAMDA exams are transferable to all areas of life, fostering development that yields lifelong benefits.

We are immensely proud of each student's accomplishments and look forward to seeing how they continue to evolve.