King Edward VI School

URN: 124408 • Lichfield WS14 9EE

Overview

Name
King Edward VI School
URN
124408
Type
Community school
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
Does not apply
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
60.1 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Catharine Forster (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01543255714
Website
Visit
Address
Upper St John Street, Lichfield WS14 9EE

Summary

King Edward VI School, located in Lichfield, Staffordshire, is a mixed community secondary school with a current enrolment of 1,627 pupils, exceeding its capacity of 1,395. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment, focusing on the well-being of its students through trauma-informed practices and a strong emphasis on safeguarding.

The curriculum at King Edward VI School is diverse, offering a wide range of subjects across Key Stages 3 and 4, including arts, sciences, and modern foreign languages. The school also promotes extracurricular activities, encouraging student participation in events such as sports competitions, music concerts, and community service projects, which enhance personal development and teamwork skills.

King Edward VI School values community engagement and parental involvement, providing resources and support for families. The school actively communicates with parents through newsletters and events, ensuring they are informed and engaged in their children's education. This collaborative approach contributes to a positive school culture and a strong sense of belonging among students.

Key details

LA
Staffordshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
Capacity
1395
Pupils
1627
Boys
846
Girls
781
FSM %
11.80
Open date
Close date
Last Ofsted
2022-10-19
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Staffordshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1627 846 781 1395 11.80
2024-09-11 1630 824 806 1395 10.90
2023-09-11 1545 775 770 1395 8.10
2022-09-11 1545 775 770 1395 8.10
2021-09-11 1505 747 758 1395 6.80
2020-09-11 1425 708 717 1395 4.80

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