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
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.
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.
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- Find out more about Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- The Lambs Christian School (73.2)
- Brays School (69.8)
- Hamd House School (69.6)
- Wilson Stuart School (68.7)
- Mander Portman Woodward Independent College (66.8)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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