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King Edward's School
Birmingham

Inspiring boldness in the
pursuit of discovery

An academic powerhouse with a spirit of adventure

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 accessibility and diversity. 

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Igniting minds and building futures

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Thrive in a stimulating academic environment at King Edward’s School. Explore our vibrant Sixth Form.

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Join a school that is passionate about education and making a positive impact. Explore the opportunities that await you at King Edward’s School.

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Netflix movie: 6888 Central Postal Directory Battalion

Exciting news! On Thursday 12 December, the BBC One Show featured the incredible true story behind the upcoming Netflix movie The Six Triple Eight, starring Kerry Washington and Oprah Winfrey. This was a remarkable opportunity to learn about the story of the 6888 Central Postal Directory Battalion – an all-female,

Two Cities Book Award 2024

On Tuesday 10 December, KES hosted the Award Ceremony for the Two Cities Book Award, now in its third year. This initiative is a joint...

King Edward’s School named among UK’s Top 100 Cricket Schools for 2025

King Edward’s School (KES) has once again been named one of the UK’s Top 100 senior schools for cricket by The Cricketer magazine....

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Applications to join our Sixth Form in September 2025 close on Monday 3 February 2025

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