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 ValuesAt 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 EnvironmentOur 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 AchievementsWe 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 CommunityWe 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 ForsterHeadteacher
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Boarding Type
No Boarder
School Type
Local authority maintained schools
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 GCSEs
Staying in education
95%
School
79%
England
Apprenticeships
2%
School
3%
England
Further education
School sixth form
Sixth form college
Other education destinations
Destinations after A-Levels
UK higher education
49%
School
1%
England
Apprenticeships
6%
School
19%
England
Higher education or training
Further education
Employment
Not sustained in education/employment
Courses
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Admissions Process
Start ApplicationKey Dates & Deadlines
Nov 6, 2025
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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays
Planning ahead for school holidays? Below are the term dates and half-term dates for the 2026/2027 academic year.
Autumn
2 terms
Half Term 1
Sep 1 - Oct 24
Half Term 2
Nov 3 - Dec 19
Spring
2 terms
Half Term 1
Jan 5 - Feb 12
Half Term 2
Feb 22 - Mar 31
Summer
2 terms
Half Term 1
Apr 19 - May 28
Half Term 2
Jun 7 - Jul 22
Half-Term & Holiday Dates
Autumn Half Term
Oct 27 - Oct 31
Christmas Break
Dec 22 - Jan 2
Spring Half Term
Feb 15 - Feb 19
Easter Break
Apr 2 - Apr 16
Summer Half Term
May 29 - Jun 4
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