Our Junior Swing Band performed a concert of jazzy numbers at West House on Friday 10th May. Cheered on by an audience of pupils from Year 2 to Year 6, they played rousing versions of ‘Take Five’, ‘Mission: Impossible’ and ‘Soul Bossanova’. The West House pupils were delighted to see some of their alumni performing solos.
Last week, we were delighted to welcome Sir Ian Bauckham CBE, Ofqual’s Chief Regulator, when he visited KES and KEHS.
As King Edward’s School looks forward to its 475th anniversary, Chief Master & Principal Kirsty von Malaisé reflects on the legacy of nearly five centuries of community In an age where
2027 marks a wonderful milestone for King Edward’s School as we celebrate our 475th anniversary.
On Tuesday 28 April, the Ruddock Performing Arts Centre was the venue for the second Tolkien Lecture since the series resumed following its pause due to the pandemic. It was a pleasure to continue this much anticipated programme of talks, named in honour of one of the most distinguished alumni of King Edward’s School, J. R. R. Tolkien.
Discover what makes our school special. Join us for our whole-school Open Evening on Monday 22 June 2026.
