King Edward's School, Birmingham
11+ Admissions Guide 2026

King Edward's School is an independent day school for boys aged 11 to 18, founded in 1552 by King Edward VI. It is part of the Foundation of the Schools of King Edward VI in Birmingham, which also includes King Edward VI High School for Girls and five King Edward grammar schools, as well as a non-selective sponsored academy. A Foundation Board provides governors across all the schools, with a dedicated governing body overseeing both independent schools. The school aims to make available to the widest possible range of able boys an educational experience that is rich and diverse, within an atmosphere of support, encouragement and care, preparing pupils for all that life has to offer. All pupils study the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and the school has worked to widen accessibility for less affluent families. A performing arts centre, new science laboratories, a Modern Languages Department and an Upper School Common Room are among the facilities on site. Pupils come from an exceptionally wide range of backgrounds from all over Birmingham and the West Midlands, with over 70% from non-white British families. The ability of pupils is well above average, according to nationally standardised test data. A number of pupils receive support for special educational needs and/or disabilities, including for learning difficulties such as dyslexia and dyspraxia.

Mobile phone use is not permitted during the school day. Devices can be used in the upper school, with conditions, in assigned areas. The school educates pupils on phone use so they can safely navigate their lives online, and this is further supported through its e-safety programme.