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
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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.

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

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
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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