King Edward VI School
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About King Edward VI School
King Edward VI School is a boys' state secondary in Stratford-on-Avon, part of Warwickshire local authority, where it sits among 42 same-type schools. Its most recent Ofsted inspection, in 2022, rated the school Good overall, with leadership and management also judged Good. This represents a clear improvement from its previous graded inspection in 2014, when it was rated Requires Improvement. The school is not among Warwickshire's seven Outstanding-rated schools, but it is within 1.2 km of one: Stratford Girls' Grammar School, which tops the LA's ranking score at 1.07. Other high-performing peers nearby include Lawrence Sheriff School (ranking score 0.89) and Alcester Academy (0.65). For families considering a single-sex state option for their son, King Edward VI School offers a solid, well-regarded alternative to the grammar schools in the area, with a track record of sustained improvement under headteacher Bennet Carr.
Academically, the school's most recent Progress 8 score is not provided in the data, so direct comparison with the Warwickshire LA average of 0.02 is not possible. However, the Ofsted report from 2022 confirmed the school remains Good, and the ungraded inspection that year found no reason to change that rating. The school has a sixth form, though no specific A-Level or GCSE outcomes are listed. Given the absence of exam data, parents should look to the school's own published performance tables or ask directly about Progress 8 and attainment 8 scores. The school's improvement from Requires Improvement to Good across two inspections suggests a stable and effective leadership team, which may reassure families prioritising academic progress over raw rankings.
The school is well equipped for a range of activities, with facilities including a swimming pool, sports hall, theatre, art studios, and music rooms. Sports offered include rowing, tennis, and badminton, while clubs range from Model UN and debate to coding and orchestra. With 869 pupils, it is a moderately sized secondary. The school has no religious character and is boys-only from ages 11 to 18. No admissions or oversubscription data is provided, so families should check Warwickshire's admissions criteria directly. This school will suit families seeking a single-sex state education in Stratford-upon-Avon, with good facilities and a stable Good rating, particularly those who prefer a non-selective alternative to the nearby grammar schools.
Key Details
| School Type | Secondary (State) |
| Age Range | 11 to 18 years |
| Gender | Boys |
| Religious Character | None |
| Address | Chapel Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon, Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6BE |
| Headteacher | Bennet Carr |
| Local Authority | Warwickshire |
| Number of Pupils | 869 |
Ofsted Inspection Breakdown
19 Oct 2022Overall Effectiveness
Good
Latest inspection (19 Oct 2022): School remains Good
Source: Ofsted, 28 Mar 2014. Ratings: 1=Outstanding, 2=Good, 3=Requires Improvement, 4=Inadequate.
Facilities
9Facilities may vary. Contact the school for current availability.
Extracurriculars
12Sports
Clubs & Activities
Activities may vary by term. Contact the school for current offerings.
Catchment & Local Competition
No catchment data published for this school
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Schools within 1 mile (reference area)
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Total schools
8
Oversubscribed
6
Primary
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Contact Information
Chapel Lane, Stratford-upon-Avon
Stratford-on-Avon, CV37 6BE
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