King Edward's School

URN: 103584 • Birmingham B15 2UA

Overview

Name
King Edward's School
URN
103584
Type
Other independent school
Phase
Not applicable
Status
Open
Gender
Boys
Religious
Christian
Admissions
Selective
Trust
Private
Yes
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
42.7 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Kirsty von Malaisé (since 2025) , Chief Master
Telephone
01214721672
Website
Visit
Address
Edgbaston Park Road, Birmingham B15 2UA

Summary

King Edward's School, Birmingham, established in 1552, is an independent boys' school renowned for its academic excellence and holistic educational approach. With a current enrolment of 837 pupils, the school aims to nurture intellectual curiosity and personal development, ensuring that students not only excel academically but also engage in co-curricular activities that foster a well-rounded education.

The curriculum at King Edward's School is diverse, offering a broad range of subjects and enrichment opportunities, including a strong emphasis on sports and the arts. The school has received accolades for its academic achievements, including recognition as the West Midland Independent School of the Decade by The Sunday Times and a top 10 ranking for sport in England.

Community and inclusivity are central to the school's ethos, with a commitment to accessibility and diversity reflected in its admissions policies. King Edward's School prides itself on creating a supportive environment where students can thrive, develop their individual strengths, and prepare for future challenges.

Key details

LA
Birmingham
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
935
Pupils
837
Boys
837
Girls
0
FSM %
Open date
1980-09-30
Close date
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
West Midlands

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 837 837 0 935
2024-09-11 905 905 0 935
2023-09-11 876 876 0 935 0.00
2022-09-11 876 876 0 910 0.00
2021-09-11 871 871 0 910 0.00
2020-09-11 904 904 0 910 0.00

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