King Edward VI Five Ways School
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into King Edward VI Five Ways School
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
21.1:1
StretchedSchool Size
1,311 pupils
About King Edward VI Five Ways School
King Edward VI Five Ways School is a vibrant grammar school where pupils approach their learning with genuine resilience and determination, tackling complex work with impressive tenacity. Teachers here are passionate subject experts who bring depth and breadth to an ambitious curriculum—from exploring mathematics in Islamic art to examining global energy security in geography. The school takes pupil wellbeing seriously, recognising the pressures that academically driven students can place on themselves and providing thoughtful emotional support alongside academic guidance. The sixth form is a particular strength, with students benefiting from exceptional teaching, extensive leadership opportunities, and dedicated time each week to decompress and reflect.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
1,311
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Good
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 28/11/2023
Quality of Education
GoodBehaviour & Attitudes
OutstandingPersonal Development
GoodLeadership & Management
GoodSixth Form Provision
OutstandingAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
75.9
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
96.7%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Admissions
Student Demographics
22.5%
Free School Meals
23.8%
English as Additional Language
0.61%
EHCP
5.57%
SEN Support