King Edward’s School, Birmingham, has been at the heart of the UK’s second city for nearly 500 years, offering exceptional education to the cleverest boys from the region. It is renowned for its distinctive and holistic approach to the academic, co-curricular and pastoral aspects of school life, underpinned by its enduring commitment to ...

King Edward’s School, Birmingham was founded in 1552 by King Edward VI and to this day provides an academically challenging and intellectually exciting education for bright boys from across the West Midlands.

King Edward’s School, Birmingham, has been a significant force in education since its establishment nearly 500 years ago. King Edward’s School, Birmingham was founded in 1552 by King Edward VI, one of a number of now famous schools created …

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Academic study at King Edward’s encourages critical thinking and interconnectivity between subjects. Results are important but we want our pupils to develop a love of learning that will stay with them for life.

The Mathematics and English papers are written and set by the school specifically for the entrance examination. The Mathematics paper is in two sections, starting at quite an elementary level and becoming progressively more complex.

All applicants to the school must pay a non-refundable registration fee of £50 (£60 including VAT) to cover administrative costs, unless proof of receipt of Universal Credit, Income Support or Job Seeker’s Allowance (not Tax Credits) is provided.

King Edward VI School has a long history, with roots that date back over 600 years to the Gild of the Holy Cross, right in the heart of Birmingham. In 1392 three local burgesses, John Coleshull, John Goldsmith and William atte Slowe, created the Gild of the Holy Cross.

The central aim of King Edward’s School is to provide an education for able boys, regardless of their background. In the admissions process we do all that we can to ensure we offer places to the boys who have the greatest potential to benefit from a King Edward’s education.

Since 1883, the Old Edwardians Association has brought together our alumni community, keeping them in touch with one another and with their school. Use the menu to explore all the things King Edward’s School will continue to do for you throughout your life, and all the ways you can give back to your alma mater.