King Edward VI High School
URN: 124445 • Stafford ST17 9YJ
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI High School
- URN
- 124445
- Type
- Community school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Closed
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 56.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Jason Christey (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- Website
- Address
- Westway, Stafford ST17 9YJ
Summary
King Edward VI High School is a mixed community secondary school located in Stafford, Staffordshire, with an enrolment of 640 students and a capacity of 1,049. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive and vibrant environment where students are encouraged to achieve their personal best. With a focus on individual growth, the school aims to nurture each pupil academically and personally.
The curriculum at King Edward VI High School is designed to inspire students and prepare them for future challenges. The school offers a range of subjects and extracurricular activities, promoting a well-rounded education that extends beyond the classroom. Parents appreciate the school's commitment to academic excellence, as evidenced by the positive experiences of former students.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (25.70%), King Edward VI High School is dedicated to inclusivity and support for all families in the community. The school actively engages with parents and encourages participation through events such as Open Mornings, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration.
The curriculum at King Edward VI High School is designed to inspire students and prepare them for future challenges. The school offers a range of subjects and extracurricular activities, promoting a well-rounded education that extends beyond the classroom. Parents appreciate the school's commitment to academic excellence, as evidenced by the positive experiences of former students.
With a significant percentage of students eligible for free school meals (25.70%), King Edward VI High School is dedicated to inclusivity and support for all families in the community. The school actively engages with parents and encourages participation through events such as Open Mornings, fostering a strong sense of community and collaboration.
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Nearby alternatives
- Wolgarston High School (63.3)
- The Weston Road Academy (60.6)
- Blessed William Howard Catholic School (60.2)
- Sir Graham Balfour High School (60.2)
- Walton High School (60.2)
Key details
- LA
- Staffordshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- Capacity
- 1049
- Pupils
- 640
- Boys
- 316
- Girls
- 324
- FSM %
- 25.70
- Open date
- 1900-01-01
- Close date
- 2022-08-31
- Last Ofsted
- 2018-07-04
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Staffordshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 640 | 316 | 324 | 1049 | 25.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 640 | 316 | 324 | 1049 | 25.70 |
| 2023-09-11 | 640 | 316 | 324 | 1049 | 25.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 640 | 316 | 324 | 1049 | 25.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 628 | 299 | 329 | 1049 | 24.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 624 | 317 | 307 | 1049 | 23.40 |
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