Martina Gasana from Peponi School scored the highest mark in Africa for International GCSE science (double) award from the 2015 summer exams.

Gasana, who received an Outstanding Pearson Learner Award for her remarkable achievement, was recognised at the Intercontinental Hotel, City hall in Nairobi over the weekend.

The double award science refers to the study of GCSE biology, chemistry and physics that results in two GCSEs. Students who pass their GCSEs in double award science can progress to A’level in all of the three natural science subjects.

However, in September 2006, a new GCSE science system was introduced, whereby pupils can pursue either one GCSE in science or GCSEs in science and additional science. Emphasis in the studies is for learners to gain an understanding of the basic principles of each subject through a mix of theoretical and practical studies, while also developing an understanding of the scientific skills essential for further study. 

Pupils taking double award science study a total of two topics per subject.