The King Edmund School

URN: 136868 • Rochford SS4 1TL

Overview

Name
The King Edmund School
URN
136868
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Non-selective
Trust
THE KING EDMUND SCHOOL
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
59.8 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Jonathan Osborn (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01702545771
Website
Visit
Address
Vaughan Close, Rochford SS4 1TL

Summary

The King Edmund School, located in Rochford, Essex, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,354 students and a capacity of 1,600. The school is dedicated to providing a high-quality education, aiming to foster excellence in both academic and extracurricular activities. The ethos of the school is built around leadership, community, kindness, ambition, and achievement, reflecting its commitment to developing well-rounded individuals.

The curriculum at The King Edmund School is designed to engage students in a variety of subjects and activities, including sports, arts, and sciences. The school offers numerous clubs and extracurricular opportunities, such as the Cross Country Club and Badminton Club, encouraging students to participate and develop their interests outside the classroom. Additionally, targeted support sessions, known as KES Elevate, are available to help students stay on track with their studies.

Community involvement is a key aspect of The King Edmund School, with initiatives like the Antarctica Day flag design competition and various bake-off events fostering a sense of belonging and collaboration among students. The school actively invites prospective Year 6 parents and carers to experience its vibrant community through school-day tours and open evenings, promoting transparency and engagement with families.

Key details

LA
Essex
Age range
11 - 19
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
THE KING EDMUND SCHOOL
Capacity
1600
Pupils
1354
Boys
660
Girls
694
FSM %
33.40
Open date
2011-07-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-01-24
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Essex

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 1354 660 694 1600 33.40
2024-09-11 1430 705 725 1600 29.50
2023-09-11 1573 789 784 1600 22.50
2022-09-11 1573 789 784 1600 22.50
2021-09-11 1600 798 802 1600 19.10
2020-09-11 1543 778 765 1600 15.30

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