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
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.
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.
Useful links
- Leave of Absence Form (sen)
- EduLink One Guide (download)
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Nearby alternatives
- The King Edward VI Grammar School, Louth (70.2)
- Louth Academy (49.8)
- Somercotes Academy (48.0)
- Cordeaux Academy (47.0)
- Cordeaux Academy (46.9)
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
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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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