King Edward VI School
Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, West Midlands · CV37 6BE
A selective boys' grammar school in Stratford-upon-Avon, King Edward VI School pairs an Outstanding judgement across every Ofsted category with exam results that sit comfortably among the strongest in the country. The school holds 869 pupils on a roll set against a capacity of 850, so it is running slightly over its intended numbers - a sign of the demand for places here. With 150 places at 11, entry is competitive and assessed through the West Midlands Grammar School Consortium. The intake is academically focused but draws relatively few pupils from disadvantaged backgrounds, with free school meals at just 2.2 per cent.
869
Pupils
Outstanding
Ofsted
150
Places (PAN)
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- Gender
- Boys
- Type
- state grammar school
- Pupils
- 869
- Pupil:teacher ratio
- 17.5
- Location
- Stratford-upon-Avon, Warwickshire, West Midlands
- Website
- http://www.kes.net
Entrance & admissions
- Consortium
- West Midlands Grammar School Consortium
- Exam board
- GL Assessment
- Subjects tested
- English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning
- Places (PAN)
- 150
- 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
83.3
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
100%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
Results are exceptional: an Attainment 8 score of 83.3 dwarfs the national average of 46.9, and every pupil achieves grade 5 or above in English and Maths against a national figure of 47 per cent. Ofsted rated quality of education, the sixth form and leadership all Outstanding at its most recent inspection. Around one in nine pupils is on SEN support, indicating that high attainment and additional learning needs are managed side by side.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 11.39%
- EHC plans
- 0.35%
- English as additional language
- 9.6%
- Free school meals
- 2.2%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Inspection reports
- Ofsted overall
- Outstanding
- Quality of education
- Outstanding
- Behaviour & attitudes
- Outstanding
- Last inspected
- 30 November 2021
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An academically elite boys' grammar with a flawless Ofsted record and near-perfect headline results - and a competition for places to match.
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King Edward VI School 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is King Edward VI School located?
King Edward VI School is located at Chapel Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon, CV37 6BE.
What type of school is King Edward VI School?
King Edward VI School is a state grammar school in West Midlands.
What subjects does King Edward VI School test in the 11+?
King Edward VI School tests English, Maths, Non-Verbal Reasoning and Verbal Reasoning at 11+.
Which exam board does King Edward VI School use for the 11+?
King Edward VI School's 11+ uses GL Assessment.
When is the King Edward VI School 11+ exam?
For the 2027 entry, the King Edward VI School 11+ exam is on 12 September 2026.
How do I apply to King Edward VI 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 School 11+ offers released?
For 2027 entry, King Edward VI School releases offers on 1 March 2027.
Which consortium does King Edward VI School belong to?
King Edward VI School is part of the West Midlands Grammar School Consortium consortium.
How many places does King Edward VI School offer?
King Edward VI School has a published admission number of 150 places.
How many pupils attend King Edward VI School?
King Edward VI School has approximately 869 pupils on roll.
What is King Edward VI School's Ofsted rating?
King Edward VI School was rated "Outstanding" by Ofsted at its inspection on 30 November 2021.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.