The King Edward VI School

URN: 122365 • Morpeth NE61 1DN

Overview

Name
The King Edward VI School
URN
122365
Type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Closed
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
n/a
Ranking score
45.2 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Simon Taylor (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
Website
Address
Cottingwood Lane, Morpeth NE61 1DN

Summary

The King Edward VI School, located in Morpeth, Northumberland, is a voluntary controlled secondary school catering to a mixed-gender population of over 1,400 students from years 9 to 13, including a thriving Sixth Form of approximately 450 students. The school is part of the Cheviot Learning Trust and is committed to providing a fully inclusive and comprehensive education grounded in traditional principles and high academic standards.

The school prides itself on its reputation for academic excellence, offering a broad curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its students. In addition to strong academic performance, King Edward VI School emphasizes personal development and community engagement, hosting events such as the annual KEVI Inspires careers fair and various enrichment activities throughout the year.

Support for students is a key focus, with initiatives like First Aid training and environmental projects encouraging active participation and skill development. The school fosters a sense of community, ensuring that all students are supported in their educational journey while preparing them for future success.

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Key details

LA
Northumberland
Age range
13 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1506
Pupils
Boys
Girls
FSM %
Open date
Close date
2011-11-30
Last Ofsted
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Northumberland

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1506
2024-09-11 1506
2023-09-11 1506
2022-09-11 1506
2021-09-11 1506
2020-09-11 1506

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