Toppers reveal secret of success

Mahmoud Khalid Salah, Egypt, 13A* and 1A, GEMS Our Own English High School, Al Ain

“I was very happy when I got my results because I felt all my hard work had paid off. I got A* in Additional Mathematics, Cambridge International Mathematics, all three science subjects and Information and communication technology. I studied throughout the year by making a time table for myself. I dedicated enough time for each subject, and prepared my own notes so I could concentrate on my studies without having to focus on the textbooks. I celebrated this occasion with my parents who held a small party for me and gave me some gifts. My next step is to finish my AS and A-levels and then go to university to study medicine.”

Esha Sharma, India, 11A* and 2A, GEMS Winchester School, Dubai

“It was nice to see that all that studying paid off. My studying strategy was to focus each chapter thoroughly before moving on to the next. The most important thing I did was to stay consistent in my efforts and not leave things for the last minute. I couldn’t really determine or guess what grades I would be getting but I was just satisfied with the fact that I gave my 100 per cent and that I couldn’t have possibly done anything more. To celebrate my grades, my family and I went out for dinner. The next step for me is to focus on putting full efforts to study for my AS examination.”

Farah Abo Asali, Syria, 10A* 1A, Aldar Academies Al Bateen Academy

“I’m speechless. It’s been a long year of hard work. I worked hard to get the results I wanted, and my teachers supported us as much as they can to get these results. I plan to study Biochemistry or Genetic Engineering at the University of Toronto.”