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
Top 3rd of higher education institutions
...of which Russell Group
...of which Oxford/Cambridge
Courses
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Please see our website for more information on our admissions process.
Admissions Process
Start ApplicationPlanning 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
Show all activitiesMany 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.
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.
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.
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