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Welcome to King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls' Academy

Welcometo King Edward VI Handsworth Wood Girls’ AcademyOur academy is dedicated to achieving excellence for all, and we take pride in our diversity, inclusivity, and commitment to serving our local community and students. Our students are truly remarkable, and it is an honour to work with them. We believe in equity for all and constantly strive to eliminate any barriers our students may face. Our staff are unwavering in their dedication.We are part of the King Edward VI Multi Academy Trust, which is a diverse family of schools serving Birmingham. The trust supports the school in our shared aim and values; to make Birmingham the best place to be educated.

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Boarding Type

No Boarder

School Type

Secondary, Sixth Form

Suitable Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Girls

No. of Students

1,065 Total

No. of Boys

0 (0.0%)

No. of Girls

1,065 (100.0%)


Academic Excellence

GCSE Results

Latest Examination

29.4%

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

A-Level Results

Sixth Form Performance

A* grades

2.5%

A*/A grades

12.5%


Leavers' Destinations

Destinations after GCSEs

Staying in education

93%

School

79%

England

Apprenticeships

1%

School

3%

England

Further education

School:33%
England:51%

School sixth form

School:57%
England:19%

Sixth form college

School:3%
England:7%

Other education destinations

School:0%
England:2%

Destinations after A-Levels

UK higher education

49%

School

1%

England

Apprenticeships

6%

School

19%

England

Higher education or training

School:76%
England:63%

Further education

School:0%
England:4%

Employment

School:8%
England:35%

Not sustained in education/employment

School:17%
England:26%


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Admissions Process

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Nov 2025

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Key Dates & Deadlines

Nov 12, 2025

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Term Dates & Half-Term Holidays

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Enrichment Activities

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We regularly monitor academic progress with students, parents and teachers working closely together to ensure that all students achieve their full potential. Excellent attendance, hard work and determination are the key skills that we promote to allow our students to become independent and prosperous, both in the Sixth Form and their future career. We regard our Sixth Formers as role models for younger members of the academy and are keen for them to be involved in the wider aspects of academy life. Sixth Form students contribute significantly to many activities, including our extensive extra-curricular programme. Our Sixth Form Ambassadors, led by our Head Girl, play a tremendous part in supporting students across the academy.

• Health & Social Care Placements
• Creative Design
• National Citizen Service

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About School

RegionWest Midlands
Local AuthorityBirmingham
Ofsted RatingOutstanding
Gender TypeGirls