The King Edward VI Grammar School, Louth
URN: 120701 • Louth LN11 9LL
Overview
- Name
- The King Edward VI Grammar School, Louth
- URN
- 120701
- Type
- Foundation school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 70.2 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- James Lascelles (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Edward Street, Louth LN11 9LL
Summary
King Edward VI Grammar School (KEVIGS) in Louth, Lincolnshire, is a mixed foundation secondary school established by royal charter in 1551, making it one of the oldest schools in the UK. The school prides itself on a rich heritage while embracing a modern approach to education, focusing on both academic excellence and the holistic development of its students. KEVIGS aims to equip learners with essential skills, confidence, and resilience for future challenges, fostering a friendly and inclusive community ethos.
The curriculum at KEVIGS is designed to support high academic achievement, with a strong emphasis on personal development. Students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, music, drama, sports, and various clubs, as well as educational trips that enhance their learning experiences. Recent improvements to the school facilities include a new sports hall and upcoming additions such as a state-of-the-art computer science lab and library, set to open in September 2025.
The King Edward VI Education Trust underpins the school, with a commitment to supporting local students through bursaries and educational initiatives. The school actively engages with the community, ensuring that every voice is valued and that students are well-prepared for their futures.
The curriculum at KEVIGS is designed to support high academic achievement, with a strong emphasis on personal development. Students benefit from a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, music, drama, sports, and various clubs, as well as educational trips that enhance their learning experiences. Recent improvements to the school facilities include a new sports hall and upcoming additions such as a state-of-the-art computer science lab and library, set to open in September 2025.
The King Edward VI Education Trust underpins the school, with a commitment to supporting local students through bursaries and educational initiatives. The school actively engages with the community, ensuring that every voice is valued and that students are well-prepared for their futures.
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Nearby alternatives
- King Edward VI Grammar School (57.5)
- Louth Academy (49.8)
- Somercotes Academy (48.0)
- Cordeaux Academy (47.0)
- Cordeaux Academy (46.9)
Key details
- LA
- Lincolnshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 812
- Pupils
- Boys
- Girls
- FSM %
- Open date
- Close date
- 2015-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2011-09-22
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Lincolnshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 812 | ||||
| 2024-09-11 | 812 | ||||
| 2023-09-11 | 812 | ||||
| 2022-09-11 | 812 | ||||
| 2021-09-11 | 812 | ||||
| 2020-09-11 | 812 |
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