The King Edward VI School
URN: 137746 • Morpeth NE61 1DN
Overview
- Name
- The King Edward VI School
- URN
- 137746
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- CHEVIOT LEARNING TRUST
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Outstanding
- Ranking score
- 77.0 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Clare Savage (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01670515415
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Cottingwood Lane, Morpeth NE61 1DN
Summary
The King Edward VI School, located in Morpeth, Northumberland, is a mixed secondary academy with a current enrolment of 1,340 students, serving years 9 to 13. The school is committed to academic excellence and inclusivity, providing a comprehensive education built on traditional principles and high standards. With a capacity of 1,506, it also boasts a thriving Sixth Form with approximately 450 students.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed academically. The King Edward VI School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. Recent events, such as the annual KEVI Inspires careers event and various talent showcases, highlight the school’s commitment to community engagement and student development.
In addition to academic support, the school prioritises student wellbeing and personal growth, providing various enrichment opportunities. The King Edward VI School aims to create a supportive environment where every student can thrive, preparing them for future challenges and successes. For more information, visit their website at http://www.kevi.info.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to cater to diverse learning needs, ensuring that all students have the opportunity to succeed academically. The King Edward VI School places a strong emphasis on extracurricular activities, fostering a well-rounded educational experience. Recent events, such as the annual KEVI Inspires careers event and various talent showcases, highlight the school’s commitment to community engagement and student development.
In addition to academic support, the school prioritises student wellbeing and personal growth, providing various enrichment opportunities. The King Edward VI School aims to create a supportive environment where every student can thrive, preparing them for future challenges and successes. For more information, visit their website at http://www.kevi.info.
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Nearby alternatives
- James Calvert Spence College (50.1)
- The King Edward VI School (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Northumberland
- Age range
- 13 - 18
- Boarders
- No boarders
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- CHEVIOT LEARNING TRUST
- Capacity
- 1506
- Pupils
- 1340
- Boys
- 643
- Girls
- 697
- FSM %
- 11.70
- Open date
- 2011-12-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2014-05-01
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Northumberland
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1340 | 643 | 697 | 1506 | 11.70 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1373 | 698 | 675 | 1506 | 10.90 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1386 | 715 | 671 | 1506 | 9.40 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1386 | 715 | 671 | 1506 | 9.40 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1414 | 734 | 680 | 1506 | 9.80 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1435 | 764 | 671 | 1506 | 7.40 |
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