King Edward VI Grammar School

URN: 142262 • Louth LN11 9LL

Overview

Name
King Edward VI Grammar School
URN
142262
Type
Academy converter
Phase
Secondary
Status
Open
Gender
Mixed
Religious
None
Admissions
Selective
Trust
KING EDWARD VI EDUCATION TRUST
Private
No
Ofsted rating
Good
Ranking score
57.5 / 100
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Leadership & Contact

Headteacher
Sam Herridge (since 2025) , Headteacher
Telephone
01507600456
Website
Visit
Address
Edward Street, Louth LN11 9LL

Summary

King Edward VI Grammar School (KEVIGS), located in Louth, Lincolnshire, is a mixed secondary academy founded in 1551, making it one of the oldest schools in the UK. The school prides itself on a balanced approach to education, focusing on both academic excellence and the personal development of its students. With a current enrolment of 889 pupils, KEVIGS aims to foster skills, confidence, and resilience in a supportive and inclusive environment.

The curriculum is designed to challenge students academically while also offering a wide range of extracurricular activities, including arts, sports, and the Duke of Edinburgh award scheme. Recent improvements to the school facilities include a new sports hall and upcoming additions such as a state-of-the-art computer science lab and library, set to open in September 2025. These enhancements reflect the school's commitment to providing a modern educational experience.

KEVIGS is supported by the King Edward VI Education Trust, which also manages a charity aimed at assisting local students through bursaries and educational support. The school encourages community involvement and regularly showcases student achievements through various platforms, fostering a vibrant school culture.

Key details

LA
Lincolnshire
Age range
11 - 18
Boarders
No boarders
Sixth form
Has a sixth form
Trust
KING EDWARD VI EDUCATION TRUST
Capacity
812
Pupils
889
Boys
405
Girls
484
FSM %
11.00
Open date
2015-09-01
Close date
Last Ofsted
2024-05-09
Next inspection
Data snapshot
2025-07-14
County
Lincolnshire

Trends

DatePupilsBoysGirlsCapacityFSM%
2025-07-14 889 405 484 812 11.00
2024-09-11 927 409 518 812 10.70
2023-09-11 967 425 542 812 7.80
2022-09-11 967 425 542 812 7.80
2021-09-11 967 447 520 812 4.80
2020-09-11 954 442 512 812 4.20

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