King Edward VI School
URN: 137302 • Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BE
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI School
- URN
- 137302
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL OF KING EDWARD VI AT STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 75.5 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Bennet Carr (since 2025) , Headmaster
- Telephone
- 01789293351
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Chapel Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6BE
Summary
King Edward VI School, located in Stratford-upon-Avon, is a state-funded academy for boys with a co-educational Sixth Form. Established in 1295 and famously associated with William Shakespeare, the school has a long-standing reputation for high academic standards and a commitment to student welfare. With a current enrolment of 869 pupils, the school operates within a capacity of 850, ensuring a focused and supportive learning environment.
The curriculum at King Edward VI School is designed to challenge students academically while fostering personal growth. Specialist teachers deliver a diverse range of subjects, and the school emphasizes innovative teaching methods alongside traditional approaches. Students benefit from small class sizes in examination years, which contributes to the school’s impressive academic results.
Beyond academics, the school offers a rich array of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, music, and drama. These programs are supported by excellent facilities and expert coaching, allowing students to excel in various competitions. King Edward VI School prides itself on creating a vibrant community where students can develop their talents and interests in a secure and nurturing environment.
The curriculum at King Edward VI School is designed to challenge students academically while fostering personal growth. Specialist teachers deliver a diverse range of subjects, and the school emphasizes innovative teaching methods alongside traditional approaches. Students benefit from small class sizes in examination years, which contributes to the school’s impressive academic results.
Beyond academics, the school offers a rich array of extracurricular activities, particularly in sports, music, and drama. These programs are supported by excellent facilities and expert coaching, allowing students to excel in various competitions. King Edward VI School prides itself on creating a vibrant community where students can develop their talents and interests in a secure and nurturing environment.
Useful links
- CALENDAR (calendar)
- Read More (calendar)
- Read More (calendar)
- Read More (calendar)
- View Report (download)
- Press Release (download)
- Press Release (download)
- Implementation Objectives (PDF) (download)
- Press Release (download)
- ADMISSIONS (other)
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Key details
- LA
- Warwickshire
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- THE GRAMMAR SCHOOL OF KING EDWARD VI AT STRATFORD-UPON-AVON
- Capacity
- 850
- Pupils
- 869
- Boys
- 694
- Girls
- 175
- FSM %
- 2.20
- Open date
- 2011-08-17
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2021-12-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Warwickshire
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 869 | 694 | 175 | 850 | 2.20 |
| 2024-09-11 | 839 | 685 | 154 | 567 | 2.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 783 | 661 | 122 | 567 | 1.10 |
| 2022-09-11 | 783 | 661 | 122 | 567 | 1.10 |
| 2021-09-11 | 776 | 645 | 131 | 567 | 1.10 |
| 2020-09-11 | 768 | 638 | 130 | 567 | 1.40 |
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