King Edward VI Five Ways School
URN: 137046 • Birmingham B32 4BT
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI Five Ways School
- URN
- 137046
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Christian
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.7 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Simon Bird (since 2025) , Head
- Telephone
- 01214753535
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Scotland Lane, Birmingham B32 4BT
Summary
King Edward VI Five Ways School is a mixed secondary academy located in Birmingham, serving 1,311 students with a capacity of 1,320. Established in 1883 and relocated in 1958, the school is part of the King Edward VI Foundation and Academy Trust and is the only fully co-educational grammar school within this network. The school prides itself on its strong academic ethos, fostering a culture of excellence and achievement while balancing the academic, pastoral, and extracurricular needs of its diverse student body.
The curriculum at King Edward VI Five Ways is ambitious and enriched by a broad personal development programme, offering a wide range of clubs and societies that cater to various interests, including sports, arts, and academics. The dedicated staff are committed to nurturing each student's potential, as highlighted in the latest Ofsted report, which commended the school's supportive and vibrant community.
Parents considering King Edward VI Five Ways School can expect a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. The school actively promotes a sense of pride and belonging among its students, ensuring that each individual is supported in their educational journey.
The curriculum at King Edward VI Five Ways is ambitious and enriched by a broad personal development programme, offering a wide range of clubs and societies that cater to various interests, including sports, arts, and academics. The dedicated staff are committed to nurturing each student's potential, as highlighted in the latest Ofsted report, which commended the school's supportive and vibrant community.
Parents considering King Edward VI Five Ways School can expect a nurturing environment where students are encouraged to thrive both academically and personally. The school actively promotes a sense of pride and belonging among its students, ensuring that each individual is supported in their educational journey.
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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 Aston School (72.1)
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
- 1320
- Pupils
- 1311
- Boys
- 839
- Girls
- 472
- FSM %
- 22.50
- Open date
- 2011-08-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-11-29
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1311 | 839 | 472 | 1320 | 22.50 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1301 | 871 | 430 | 1320 | 17.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1305 | 906 | 399 | 1320 | 14.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1305 | 906 | 399 | 1320 | 14.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1292 | 901 | 391 | 1200 | 13.20 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1305 | 900 | 405 | 1200 | 11.00 |
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