King Edward VI Aston School
Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands · B6 6DJ
A selective boys' grammar school in Birmingham, King Edward VI Aston School pairs an Ofsted rating of Outstanding across every category with a notably diverse intake. Around a quarter of pupils are eligible for free school meals and one in five speaks English as an additional language, showing that high academic achievement here is reached by boys from a wide range of backgrounds. With 995 pupils against a capacity of 1,000, the school is full, and competition for its 140 places each year is keen. It is part of the West Midlands Grammar School Consortium, with entry assessed at 11.
995
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
140
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 995
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 18.6
- Location
- Birmingham, West Midlands, West Midlands
- Website
- http://www.keaston.bham.sch.uk/
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- West Midlands Grammar School Consortium
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 140
- Entry age
- 11
Key dates· 2027 entry
Registration opens
5 May 2026
Registration closesNext
26 June 2026
Exam date
12 September 2026
Application deadline
31 October 2026
Offers date
1 March 2027
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Latest results
Attainment 8
71.2
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
97%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results are exceptional. The school's Attainment 8 score of 71.2 sits far above the national average of 46.9, and 97% of pupils gain grade 5 or above in English and Maths, against a national figure of 47%. Ofsted judged the quality of education and the sixth form both Outstanding. A pupil-to-teacher ratio of 18.6 is typical for a school of this size.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 12.36%
- EHC plans
- 0.3%
- English as additional language
- 21.2%
- Free school meals
- 23.5%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 10 May 2022
The last word
Outstanding in every Ofsted category and academically formidable, Aston shows that a diverse, inclusive intake and elite results can go hand in hand.
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King Edward VI Aston School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is King Edward VI Aston School located?
King Edward VI Aston School is located at Frederick Road, Aston, Birmingham, B6 6DJ.
What type of school is King Edward VI Aston School?
King Edward VI Aston School is a state grammar school in West Midlands.
What subjects does King Edward VI Aston School test in the 11+?
King Edward VI Aston School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does King Edward VI Aston School use for the 11+?
King Edward VI Aston School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the King Edward VI Aston School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the King Edward VI Aston School 11+ exam is on 12 September 2026.
How do I apply to King Edward VI Aston School?
For 2027 entry, registration opens on 5 May 2026, registration closes on 26 June 2026 and the application deadline is 31 October 2026.
When are King Edward VI Aston School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, King Edward VI Aston School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does King Edward VI Aston School belong to?
King Edward VI Aston School is part of the West Midlands Grammar School Consortium consortium.
How many places does King Edward VI Aston School offer?
King Edward VI Aston School has a published admission number of 140 places.
How many pupils attend King Edward VI Aston School?
King Edward VI Aston School has approximately 995 pupils on roll.
What is King Edward VI Aston School's Ofsted rating?
King Edward VI Aston School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 10 May 2022.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.