The King Edward’s School U16 indoor rowing team made an impressive debut at the Birmingham School Games on Thursday, 9 February 2017, by winning three medals.
Year 11 pupils Matt Gissen, Ben Coward, Arinze Okemuo and Shiv Bharakhada represented the School in both the team and individual indoor rowing events. The boys finished first in the team race, winning by almost 100m, while Matt and Ben finished in first and second place respectively in the individual race.
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.
