King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
URN: 143562 • Birmingham B21 9ET
Overview
- Name
- King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys
- URN
- 143562
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Boys
- Religious
- None
- Admissions
- Selective
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 59.1 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Tim Johnson (since 2025) , Headteacher
- Telephone
- 01215542794
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Grove Lane, Birmingham B21 9ET
Summary
King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School for Boys is an academy converter located in Birmingham, serving a student population of 1,044 boys. The school is committed to providing a safe and nurturing environment, prioritising the welfare of its students. It adheres to safeguarding protocols to protect children from harm and promote their emotional and social well-being, ensuring that all students feel secure and supported in their educational journey.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, encouraging academic excellence and personal development. Staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that they are equipped to identify and address any concerns promptly. The school actively promotes British values and encourages students to respect each other's beliefs and values.
With a focus on community engagement, King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School fosters a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to participate in various activities that enhance their learning experience. Parents can access the school's safeguarding policies and additional resources on the school website to stay informed and involved in their child's education.
The school offers a broad curriculum designed to meet the diverse needs of its pupils, encouraging academic excellence and personal development. Staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection, ensuring that they are equipped to identify and address any concerns promptly. The school actively promotes British values and encourages students to respect each other's beliefs and values.
With a focus on community engagement, King Edward VI Handsworth Grammar School fosters a collaborative environment where students are encouraged to participate in various activities that enhance their learning experience. Parents can access the school's safeguarding policies and additional resources on the school website to stay informed and involved in their child's education.
Useful links
- Governors (governance)
- SEND For Parents and Carers (sen)
- Senior Prefects (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- https://kevihgs.applicaa.com/events/0199a434-de6e-7146-b71b-c749fe642c97 (calendar)
- Food Standards Poster (download)
- Food Standards (download)
- Prospectus (download)
- download prospectus (download)
- 11+ Guidance (download)
Nearby alternatives
- Handsworth Grammar School (76.3)
- Swanshurst School (74.9)
- Kings Norton Girls' School (73.3)
- St Paul's School for Girls (72.5)
- King Edward VI Aston School (72.1)
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
- 1000
- Pupils
- 1044
- Boys
- 1009
- Girls
- 35
- FSM %
- 18.40
- Open date
- 2017-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2024-04-17
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- West Midlands
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 1044 | 1009 | 35 | 1000 | 18.40 |
| 2024-09-11 | 1046 | 1025 | 21 | 1000 | 14.30 |
| 2023-09-11 | 1042 | 1011 | 31 | 1000 | 10.70 |
| 2022-09-11 | 1042 | 1011 | 31 | 1000 | 10.70 |
| 2021-09-11 | 1053 | 1016 | 37 | 1000 | 9.90 |
| 2020-09-11 | 1038 | 990 | 48 | 1000 | 8.80 |
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