Central Coast Grammar Celebrates Excellent HSC Success

Of our 118 students, the top ATAR was 99.75. There were three top 10 course placements: 4th in Biology; 5th in PDHPE and 10th in Ancient History and five students were recognised as All Rounders for achieving in the highest band in ten or more units of study.
In addition, 100% of students achieved in the top two bands in English Extension 1, English Extension 2, Mathematics Extension 1, Mathematics Extension 2, Dance and Visual Arts.
In the practical and creative subjects, the cohort achieved an extraordinary 31 nominations across Dance, Drama, Design and Technology, Industrial Technology, Music and Visual Arts. Our entire drama cohort was nominated for a Major Work.
We are also proud to highlight the achievements of our ten Year 11 accelerant students, in Maths Advanced, Maths Extension 1 and Studies of Religion 1, who have extended themselves beyond the standard curriculum.
Headmaster Phil O’Regan congratulated the Class of 2025 for their range of achievements across a variety of subject areas.
“This year’s results are testament not only to academic excellence, but also to the perseverance, collaboration and holistic development that we value so deeply at Ӱɴý. Throughout their HSC journey, our students have achieved outstanding success in so many aspects of their studies. These achievements have been made possible through the collective efforts of students, teachers and families,” Headmaster O’Regan commented.
Dux
Ethan Lenton Central Coast Grammar School’s 2025 Dux with an ATAR of 99.75.
Top Achievers
Three mentions on the Top Achievers List, placing students in the top 10 in their course in New South Wales.
- Ethan Lenton, 4th in Biology
- Ethan Lenton, 5th in PDHPE
- Cara Reiss, 10th in Ancient History
All Rounders
Five students were recognised as All Rounders for achieving in the highest band in ten or more units of study: Sam Corcoran, Benjamin Hofer, Ethan Lenton, Scarlett McGregor and Cara Reiss.
Results snapshot
We are proud of the collective and individual achievements of our 2025 cohort, some of which include:
- Dux achieved an ATAR of 99.75
- Three top 10 course placements: 4th in Biology; 5th in PDHPE and 10th in Ancient History.
- Five All Rounders
- 31 HSC Major Work Nominations
- 100% of HSC Drama cohort nominated for Major Works
- 100% of students received an E3 or E4 in English Extension 1, English Extension 2, Mathematics Extension 1 and Mathematics Extension 2
- 100% of students received a Band 5 or 6 in Dance and Visual Arts
- 12th consecutive year as a Top 100 NSW School
Lasting Success Beyond the HSC Results
Head of Senior College, Janine Comber commended the Class of 2025 not only for their academic successes, but for their peer support and ongoing resilience.
“The Class of 2025 has shown remarkable dedication throughout their HSC journey. They have balanced demanding study schedules, assessments, and revision while managing challenges, personal commitments, and cocurricular activities. Their resilience was evident in the way they stayed focused, supported one another, and continued striving. From early mornings to late-night study sessions, they pushed through with determination and maturity.
“This year has required commitment, sacrifice, and hard work, and every student should feel proud of how far they have come. Their efforts have laid a strong foundation for the incredible opportunities ahead. We are so incredibly proud of our Year 12 graduates.”
Read the 2025 HSC Results brochure .