King Edward VII School
URN: 107140 • Sheffield S10 2PW
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VII School
- URN
- 107140
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 65.9 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Linda Gooden (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01142662518
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Glossop Road, Sheffield S10 2PW
Summary
King Edward VII School, located in Sheffield, is a mixed community secondary school with a rich history dating back to 1604. With a student population of 1,706, the school prides itself on fostering a confident and ambitious learning environment where high expectations are set for students, staff, and governors alike. The school serves a diverse community and welcomes students from various backgrounds, enhancing the learning experience through the promotion of tolerance and understanding.
The curriculum at King Edward VII School is designed to provide high-quality teaching and assessment, ensuring that all students have access to demanding opportunities regardless of their starting points. The school also boasts a large and successful Sixth Form, offering a range of subjects and support to prepare students for their future pathways.
Community engagement is a key focus, with strong partnerships between the school, parents, and local organisations. The school encourages active parental involvement, recognising its importance in fostering a positive learning environment. Regular drop-in meetings with the headteacher are held to strengthen these relationships and address any concerns parents may have.
The curriculum at King Edward VII School is designed to provide high-quality teaching and assessment, ensuring that all students have access to demanding opportunities regardless of their starting points. The school also boasts a large and successful Sixth Form, offering a range of subjects and support to prepare students for their future pathways.
Community engagement is a key focus, with strong partnerships between the school, parents, and local organisations. The school encourages active parental involvement, recognising its importance in fostering a positive learning environment. Regular drop-in meetings with the headteacher are held to strengthen these relationships and address any concerns parents may have.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Report an Absence (sen)
- News, Letters and Calendar (calendar)
- School Calendar (calendar)
- Privacy Policy (download)
- Joining King Edward VII School (download)
- Policies and Information (other)
- School Policies (other)
- Term Dates (other)
- Term Dates and The Daily Schedule (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Tapton School (78.9)
- King Ecgbert School (76.3)
- Penistone Grammar School (71.4)
- High Storrs School (70.3)
- Notre Dame High School (70.2)
Key details
- LA
- Sheffield
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1698
- Pupils
- 1706
- Boys
- 826
- Girls
- 880
- FSM %
- 28.50
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-05-24
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- South Yorkshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1706 | 826 | 880 | 1698 | 28.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1733 | 832 | 901 | 1698 | 28.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1771 | 864 | 907 | 1698 | 25.80 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1771 | 864 | 907 | 1698 | 25.80 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1721 | 821 | 900 | 1698 | 25.50 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1739 | 820 | 919 | 1698 | 23.00 |
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