King Edward VI Grammar School (Chelmsford)
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How to get into King Edward VI Grammar School (Chelmsford)

Grammar SchoolEssex, East of England20 days until registration opensOfsted: Outstanding

Gender

Mixed

Exam Board

In-house

Places (Year 7)

150

Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio

18.5:1

Healthy

About King Edward VI Grammar School (Chelmsford)

King Edward VI Grammar School is an exceptional learning environment where academic ambition sits alongside a deeply embedded culture of respect, tolerance and mutual care. Pupils here are challenged to excel while celebrating the school's diverse community, with staff who are genuinely enthusiastic about their subjects and skilled at stretching students beyond expectations. The curriculum is impressively broad, including languages such as Latin and Mandarin, and robust support systems ensure every pupil thrives both academically and emotionally. A vibrant sixth form, extensive extracurricular programme spanning the combined cadet force to chess clubs, and strong careers guidance from Year 7 onwards help prepare students exceptionally well for university and beyond.

Subjects Tested

MathsEnglishVerbal ReasoningNon-Verbal Reasoning

Ages & Pupils

1,138

Total pupils

Ofsted Rating

Outstanding

Overall effectiveness

Inspected 12 August 2021

Quality of Education

Outstanding

Behaviour & Attitudes

Outstanding

Personal Development

Outstanding

Leadership & Management

Outstanding

Sixth Form Provision

Outstanding

Academic Performance

Attainment 8

83.3

Average GCSE score across 8 subjects

National average46.2

GCSE Grade 5+

100%

Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths

National average45.3%

School Profile

School Size
1,138 pupilsAbout Average
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
18.5:1Healthy
Consortium
CSSE (Essex)

Test Format

Two tests: English (60 minutes plus 10 minutes reading time) and Mathematics (60 minutes)

Admissions

Published Admission Number
150 places
Qualifying Score
330
Out of Catchment
Accepts students from outside catchment area
Catchment Area
12.5 mile radius from school (priority area) - 120 places reserved
Free School Meals
Yes

Student Demographics

2%

Free School Meals

10.2%

English as Additional Language

0.97%

EHCP

2.2%

SEN Support

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