King Edwards School Birmingham

Founded in 1552 under a charter from King Edward VI, King Edwards School (KES) is one of the United Kingdoms most prestigious independent boys schools. Located in Edgbaston, Birmingham, the school educates around 900 pupils aged 11 to 18. KES is a member of the King Edward VI Foundation and offers a rigorous academic curriculum including A-levels and the International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme. The school is renowned for its outstanding GCSE and A-level results, with the vast majority of students progressing to leading universities, including Oxford and Cambridge. Pupils benefit from exceptional facilities including a sports hall, theatre, and science laboratories. The school has a longstanding commitment to widening access through bursaries and assisted places, ensuring bright boys from all backgrounds can attend. KES fosters intellectual curiosity, a global outlook, and a strong sense of community.