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King Edward VI School
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- Southampton SO15 5UQ
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Academic Progress: Pupils' excellent progress is supported by varied activities and effective planning.
Behaviour and Attitudes: Strong community ethos nurtures excellent relationships and discipline.
Qualifications and Training: Qualified teachers enhance learning with strong online support.
Current Educational Practices: Effective strategies maintained progress during lockdown.
Strengths and Challenges: Ongoing best practice sharing to boost student interest.
Opportunities for Involvement: Engagement in charitable causes strengthens community.
Communication: Effective communication through tech enhances support.
Parent Satisfaction: High satisfaction with confidence-building environment.
Handling Conflicts and Concerns: Leadership fosters mutual respect; successful conflict resolution.
Actions for Quality Improvement: Focus on lesson observation to enhance outcomes.
Managing Bullying and Safety: Strong safeguarding and behavior promotion measures.
Promoting Welfare and Safety: Pupils have strong safety awareness and feel secure.
Extracurricular Offerings: Rich variety boosts skills in arts, sports, and awards.
Balancing Academics and Extracurriculars: Pupils develop resilience and confidence through activities.
Outdoor Facilities: Adequate facilities support sports and outdoor learning.
Career Counselling Services: Informative subject and career advice provided.
Preparation for Sixth Form: Effective academic progress facilitates sixth form entry.
Managing and Supporting SEND: Individual-focused support leads to rapid progress.
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King Edward VI School is a Secondary, Co-Ed school located in Hampshire, South East.
It has 987 students from age 10-19 yr.
Tuition fee £6,665 for the highest grade offered.
At this school, 0% of pupils achieved grade 5 or more at GCSE.
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The top private school in Southampton, King Edward's has a separate prep school as well as several amenities. It has been a component of Hampshire's educational system for more than 460 years. It is well known for its high academic standards, variety of extracurricular activities, and enthusiasm for athletics and the arts. The School has great facilities, with over ten million dollars invested in it. These give our students extensive opportunities to develop their interests in many areas of the curriculum including a wide range of clubs, societies, sports and cultural opportunities. Since 1938, the School has been located on Hill Lane. Its size, over 13 acres, allows for the inclusion of a wide variety of facilities, several of which have recently undergone significant renovations and new additions. Among them are a theatre of professional calibre, art studios, a new design technology building, a renovated dining hall, a centre for the sixth grade, ICT rooms, a security and access control system, and 17 science labs. In 2004, the Wellington Field was bought from the University of Southampton. There are grounds covering 33 acres, six tennis courts, four netball courts, and an artificial turf field on water. There is also a sizable pavilion with a kitchen, 18 changing rooms, and catering facilities for more than 100 pupils.
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| Phase of Education | Secondary | Secondary |
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| Type | Independent Schools | Independent Schools |
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| Ofset report | - | - |
| Age range | 10-19 | 11-18 |
| Gender | Co-Ed | Co-Ed |
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| Student teacher ratio | - | - |
| Proficient Math | - | - |
| Proficient Read | - | - |
| Grade 5 or above GCSE | 0% | 7% |
| Grade 5 or above A Level | 48.20% | 15.40% |
| Day Fees | £6,665 | £6,353 |
Secondary Exam Result
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 14.8 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 21.38% | 30.03% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 32.95% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 16.9% | 25.06% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 6.57% | 10.91% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 9.48% | 15.51% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.20 | 2.26 | 2.83 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 80.67% | 90.53% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 139 | 144 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 74.27% | 84.16% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.47% | 32.73% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.73% | 29.8% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 40.2% | 10.22% |
| Other education destinations | - | 6.93% | 11.43% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.8% | 2.8% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.67% | 3.59% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 8.9 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 25.15% | 32.85% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 36.9% | 45.33% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 17.5% | 24.94% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.25% | 13.02% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 12.1% | 17.19% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.08 | 2.54 | 2.97 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 83.87% | 90.4% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 137 | 141 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 79.73% | 86.29% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 23.73% | 34.03% |
| School sixth forms | - | 3.93% | 30.82% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 44.27% | 10.38% |
| Other education destinations | - | 8.07% | 11.08% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 1.27% | 1.99% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3% | 2.13% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 Secondary school exam
results were not published at school level.
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 6.5 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 23.47% | 29.3% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 37.58% | 43.41% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 24.42% | 25.8% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 9.53% | 11.47% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14.95% | 16.49% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.07 | 2.69 | 2.88 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 80.92% | 90.2% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 120 | 135 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 73% | 84.08% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 37.38% | 33.25% |
| School sixth forms | - | 4.23% | 31.27% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 27.92% | 8.45% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.46% | 11.14% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.46% | 3.4% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 4.62% | 2.75% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 8.7 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 22.79% | 29.22% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 35.11% | 42.62% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 22.16% | 24.73% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 8.63% | 11.33% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 14% | 16.01% |
| EBacc average points score | 0.18 | 2.47 | 2.84 |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 69.93% | 84.87% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 117 | 140 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 56.29% | 73.88% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 19.71% | 28.31% |
| School sixth forms | - | 1.14% | 31.6% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 36.43% | 9.08% |
| Other education destinations | - | 3.57% | 5.87% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 3.14% | 2.96% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 2.86% | 2.05% |
Discover school's performance with the Attainment 8 and Progress 8 scores. Attainment 8 reflects pupil achievement in 8 qualifications, while Progress 8 measures their progress from key stage 2 to 4, compared to peers across England.
| School scores | School | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Progress 8 score | - | This score shows how much progress pupils at this school made across 8 qualifications between the end of key stage 2 and the end of key stage 4. |
| Attainment 8 score | 17.4 | Schools get a score based on how well pupils have performed in up to 8 qualifications. |
Explore the percentage of pupils who attained grade 5 or higher & grade 4 or higher in their English and math GCSEs. This metric reflects their proficiency in these fundamental subjects.
| GCSE Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 26.25% | 29.55% |
| Grade 4 or above in English & Maths GCSEs | 0% | 43.13% | 43.07% |
The English Baccalaureate (EBacc) ensures your child's well-rounded education. It includes essential subjects like English, math, sciences, languages, and humanities.
| EBacc Results | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entering EBacc | 0% | 27.13% | 25.25% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 5 or above | 0% | 14.75% | 14.71% |
| Achieving the EBacc at grade 4 or above | 0% | 18.13% | 16.26% |
| EBacc average points score | - | - | - |
Find out where our Key Stage 4 graduates are going next. Explore their different paths after finishing school – whether it's sixth form, starting work, or other adventures as they move forward.
| Pupil destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pupils staying in education or employment | - | 81.08% | 85.29% |
| Total number of pupils included in destination measures | - | 127 | 145 |
| Pupils staying in education | - | 57.08% | 58.19% |
| Further education college or other further education provider | - | 24.08% | 30.58% |
| School sixth forms | - | 2.58% | 32.22% |
| Sixth form colleges | - | 47.17% | 8.95% |
| Other education destinations | - | 0% | 5.7% |
| Pupils in apprenticeships | - | 4.17% | 4.78% |
| Pupils staying in employment | - | 3.83% | 2.45% |
A level exam result
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.63 | 32.31 | 30.01 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.54 | 31.28 | 29.57 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 48.20% | 17.44% | 13.67% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 266 | 201 |
| Students staying in education | - | 52.75% | 58.58% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 5.25% | 6.08% |
| Students entering employment | - | 27% | 21.16% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 9.75% | 9.05% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 48.96 | 36.26 | 33.41 |
| Average grade | A | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 49.11 | 35.52 | 32.47 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 55.2% | 18.1% | 17.7% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 318 | 248 |
| Students staying in education | - | 60.75% | 60.67% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 4% | 5% |
| Students entering employment | - | 16.75% | 17.73% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 13% | 10.69% |
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Exam Result Not Published
Due to the pandemic, 2020 and 2021 A level school exam
results were not published at school level.
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.73 1 | 32.86 | 29.39 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 44.52 1 | 31.42 | 28.64 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | B+ | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 42.1% | 15.6% | 13.07% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 347 | 232 |
| Students staying in education | - | 49.75% | 57.31% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 7% | 7.77% |
| Students entering employment | - | 28% | 20.99% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 10.5% | 8.8% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 45.01 1 | 33.76 | 29.03 |
| Average grade | A- | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 45.43 1 | 32.79 | 28.82 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 48.7% | 16.33% | 13.37% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 2 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 5.33% | 31.5% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 2.67% | 5.54% |
| Students entering employment | - | 10% | 15.81% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3.67% | 4.22% |
Explore their results and progress scores, showing how they've grown and achieved during this important stage of their education.
| A level Result | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average points | 44.95 | 33.55 | 26.73 |
| Average grade | B+ | - | - |
| Average points (Best 3) | 46.4 | 35.11 | 27.73 |
| Average Grade (Best 3) | A- | - | - |
| AAB or higher | 52.8% | 19.08% | 12.64% |
Discover where pupils headed after A-levels. Explore who either stayed in education or went into employment.
| Students destinations | School | LA | England |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of students | - | 10 | 3 |
| Students staying in education | - | 54.33% | 36.26% |
| Students entering apprenticeships | - | 6% | 6.37% |
| Students entering employment | - | 29% | 20.03% |
| Students not in education or employment for at least two terms after study | - | 3% | 4.23% |
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Holidays & terms
Holidays 2024/25
| Holidays | Date |
|---|---|
| Autumn Half Term Holidays | 28th Oct 2024 - 1st Nov 2024 |
| Winter Holidays | 23rd Dec 2024 - 3rd Jan 2025 |
| Spring Half Term Holidays | 17th Feb 2025 - 21st Feb 2025 |
| Spring Holidays | 7th Apr 2025 - 21st Apr 2025 |
| Summer Half Term Holidays | 26th May 2025 - 30th May 2025 |
| Summer Holidays | 23rd Jul 2025 - 29th Aug 2025 |
Terms Dates 2024/25
| Terms | Dates |
|---|---|
| Autumn Term | 2nd Sep 2024 - 27th Oct 2024 |
| Autumn Term-2 | 2nd Nov 2024 - 22nd Dec 2024 |
| Spring Term | 4th Jan 2025 - 16th Feb 2025 |
| Spring Term-2 | 22nd Feb 2025 - 6th Apr 2025 |
| Summer Term | 22nd Apr 2025 - 25th May 2025 |
| Summer Term-2 | 31st May 2025 - 22nd Jul 2025 |
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