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Welcome to King Edward VI School

Welcome to King Edward VI School, Lichfield – a large, high performing and inclusive secondary school with a thriving Sixth Form. As the Headteacher, I am proud to introduce our school and share our vision for the education and development of our students.

Our Vision and Values

At the heart of our school are three core values that guide everything we do:

Aspiration - We challenge ourselves to strive for excellence in all aspects of school life.

Belonging - We want all members of our community to feel that they belong and are valued.

Collaboration - We work together as a team to achieve our shared ambitions and support one another in reaching our full potential.

Providing a Supportive and Challenging Environment

Our experienced, subject-specialist teaching staff, along with our highly skilled support staff are dedicated to delivering a broad and balanced curriculum that meets the needs of all our students. We have high expectations of both our students and our staff, and we believe that success comes from working together to provide the right balance of support and challenge.

Celebrating Our Achievements

We are proud of the many achievements of our students, both in the classroom and beyond. Whether it’s academic success, sporting triumphs, or outstanding contributions to the local community, we celebrate the diverse talents and accomplishments of all our young people.

Being Part of Our Community

We warmly welcome people in our school community. By working together, we can ensure that evert student has the opportunity to reach their full potential and develop into confident, well-rounded individuals, ready to make a positive impact on the world. We believe that King Edward VI School can be the perfect place for all members of the community to thrive.

Catharine Forster
Headteacher

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Community school

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

No. of Students

1,627 Total

No. of Boys

846 (52.0%)

No. of Girls

781 (48.0%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

25.6%

Students achieving A*/A grades (9/8/7)

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

5.7%

A*/A grades

23.01%


Leavers’ Destinations

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

75%

School

70%

England

Higher Apprenticeships

2%

School

1%

England

Higher education or training

School:80%
England:73%

Top 3rd of higher education institutions

School:13%
England:23%

...of which Russell Group

School:15%
England:21%

...of which Oxford/Cambridge

School:1%
England:1%


Exciting Events Ahead!

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Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.


Admissions Process

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Planning ahead for school holidays 2025? Below are the Ealing term dates and the half-term dates 2024/25.

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

Open Evening

Nov 6


Alumni Stories

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We’ll be sharing information about the destinations of our alumni here soon.


Enrichment Activities

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There are many opportunities for Sixth Form students to enhance and develop their personal and social skills through a variety of enrichment activities here at King Edward VI, Sixth Form.

Work Experience and Volunteering

Many of our students organise work experience during Years 12 and 13. This may be career relevant, such as a placement in a hospital or can be giving something back to the community in general. A number of our students volunteer at Saxon Hill Community School.

Pastoral Programme

Throughout the year, students attend regular assemblies and tutor periods. During this time with their tutor, students follow an extensive pastoral programme designed to support their learning and develop their social awareness. We also have a number of visiting speakers who give their personal experience of events, as well as promoting activities, in which the Sixth Form can become involved.

Mentoring Younger Students

Sixth Form students have the opportunity to be mentors for younger students. The first year of secondary school is very important for the successful transition of students into Year 7. Sixth Form students are trained to be mentors to support students during this time and make their transition as smooth as possible.

About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityStaffordshire
Ofsted RatingGood
Gender TypeMixed