King Edward VI CEVC School
URN: 124856 • Bury St Edmunds IP33 3BH
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI CEVC School
- URN
- 124856
- Type
- Voluntary controlled school
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Church of England
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 61.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Deri O'Regan (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01284761393
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Grove Road, Bury St Edmunds IP33 3BH
Summary
King Edward VI CEVC School is a mixed voluntary controlled secondary school located in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, with a current enrolment of 1,199 students and a capacity of 1,200. The school has a strong academic tradition, having provided education for nearly 500 years, and is dedicated to nurturing students' personal and academic growth. The ethos of the school is grounded in its Church of England foundation, promoting values of Curiosity, Care, Courage, and Creativity.
The curriculum is designed to support students through their critical developmental years, with a focus on preparing them for GCSE success. In addition to academic achievements, the school places significant emphasis on extracurricular activities, including performing arts and sports, and encourages participation in initiatives like the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
King Edward VI School is deeply embedded in the local community, fostering partnerships with primary schools and colleges to enhance educational opportunities. The school aims to develop well-rounded individuals equipped with the character and life skills necessary for future success.
The curriculum is designed to support students through their critical developmental years, with a focus on preparing them for GCSE success. In addition to academic achievements, the school places significant emphasis on extracurricular activities, including performing arts and sports, and encourages participation in initiatives like the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
King Edward VI School is deeply embedded in the local community, fostering partnerships with primary schools and colleges to enhance educational opportunities. The school aims to develop well-rounded individuals equipped with the character and life skills necessary for future success.
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Nearby alternatives
- St Benedict's Catholic School (65.3)
- Thurston Community College (61.0)
- Bury St Edmunds County High School (59.4)
- St Benedict's Catholic School (47.8)
- Bury St Edmunds County Upper School (45.2)
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1199 | 625 | 574 | 1200 | 19.90 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1197 | 625 | 572 | 1200 | 18.50 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1193 | 609 | 584 | 1200 | 17.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1193 | 609 | 584 | 1200 | 17.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1180 | 600 | 580 | 1640 | 14.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1345 | 667 | 678 | 1640 | 13.10 |
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