King Edward VI Grammar School (Louth)
11+ Admissions Guide 2026
How to get into King Edward VI Grammar School (Louth)
Gender
Exam Board
GL Assessment
Pupil-to-Teacher Ratio
16.8:1
HealthySchool Size
889 pupils
About King Edward VI Grammar School (Louth)
King Edward VI Grammar School in Louth offers pupils a calm, orderly environment where positive relationships between staff and students create a supportive atmosphere for learning. Teachers bring strong subject knowledge to an ambitious curriculum, with sixth-form provision particularly notable for preparing students thoroughly for their next steps. Beyond academics, the school provides an impressive range of enrichment activities — from orchestra and choir to a combined cadet force, drone club, and astronomy society — allowing pupils to develop interests and leadership skills. Recent changes to leadership have brought improvements across the school, and pupils consistently speak of feeling safe and respected within this welcoming community.
Subjects Tested
Ages & Pupils
889
Total pupils
Ofsted Rating
Good
Overall effectiveness
Inspected 5 August 2024
Quality of Education
GoodBehaviour & Attitudes
GoodPersonal Development
GoodLeadership & Management
GoodSixth Form Provision
GoodAcademic Performance
Attainment 8
61.3
Average GCSE score across 8 subjects
GCSE Grade 5+
81.2%
Achieving Grade 5+ in English & Maths
School Profile
Student Demographics
11%
Free School Meals
3.9%
English as Additional Language
0.45%
EHCP
8.66%
SEN Support