King Edward VI Aston School
URN: 137043 • Birmingham B6 6DJ
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI Aston School
- URN
- 137043
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 72.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Matthew Brady (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01213271130
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Frederick Road, Birmingham B6 6DJ
Summary
King Edward VI Aston School is a boys' grammar school located in Birmingham, established in 1883 and part of the King Edward VI Foundation. The school serves approximately 995 pupils, with a capacity of 1,000, and aims to foster a supportive environment where students can thrive as articulate, well-rounded global citizens. The school's core values—diligence, honesty, integrity, and kindness—are central to its ethos and guide both academic and personal development.
The curriculum at King Edward VI Aston School is designed to challenge students academically while also promoting their well-being. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and societies, to enhance the educational experience. A dedicated pastoral support team is in place to address the physical and mental health needs of students, ensuring they receive the guidance necessary to navigate challenges.
With a strong commitment to community engagement, King Edward VI Aston School collaborates with various partners to enrich the educational journey of its students. The school prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and high expectations for behaviour, uniform, and academic performance, preparing students for successful futures.
The curriculum at King Edward VI Aston School is designed to challenge students academically while also promoting their well-being. The school offers a range of extracurricular activities, including clubs and societies, to enhance the educational experience. A dedicated pastoral support team is in place to address the physical and mental health needs of students, ensuring they receive the guidance necessary to navigate challenges.
With a strong commitment to community engagement, King Edward VI Aston School collaborates with various partners to enrich the educational journey of its students. The school prides itself on its friendly atmosphere and high expectations for behaviour, uniform, and academic performance, preparing students for successful futures.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- KE VI Aston School Calendar (calendar)
- View Full Calendar (calendar)
- Open days and events (calendar)
- Find out more (calendar)
- Admissions (other)
- Sixth form admissions (other)
- Year 7 admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Handsworth Grammar School (76.3)
- Swanshurst School (74.9)
- Kings Norton Girls' School (73.3)
- St Paul's School for Girls (72.5)
- King Edward VI Camp Hill School for Boys (71.0)
Key details
- LA
- Birmingham
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
- Capacity
- 1000
- Pupils
- 995
- Boys
- 995
- Girls
- 0
- FSM %
- 23.50
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2022-05-11
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 995 | 995 | 0 | 1000 | 23.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 999 | 999 | 0 | 1000 | 20.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 989 | 989 | 0 | 1000 | 18.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 989 | 989 | 0 | 1000 | 18.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 986 | 986 | 0 | 801 | 19.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 963 | 962 | 1 | 801 | 17.40 |
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