The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Good by Ofsted (2023).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 75.9 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Good by Ofsted in 2023
- The school is at capacity (99% full)
Selective intake
This school offers places by entrance exam. See how 11+ formats differ between schools — and which exam boards they use.
Performance
DfE published dataOfficial DfE Results
Attainment 8
Average points across 8 GCSE subjects
75.9
32.1 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
97%
54.9pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
95%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
B+
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
-0.09
Band 3Source: Department for Education Performance Tables 2024-25
Post-GCSE Destinations
These figures track pupils 6 months after leaving. Source: DfE destination measures.
Sustained destination
In education, employment or training
99%
Continuing education
Sixth form, FE college, or school
99%
Apprenticeships
Work combined with training
0%
Employment
Directly into work
0%
Based on 178 leavers
Source: DfE Destination Measures 2024/25
Attendance
In practice: Pupils miss about 6 days per year on average — about two weeks of school.
5% of pupils miss 10% or more of school
Source: DfE School Census
Staffing
On average, 21 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 18 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 74 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,311
- Capacity
- 99%
- FSM
- 22.5%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Birmingham
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI ACADEMY TRUST BIRMINGHAM
- Head
- Dr Simon Bird (Head)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Good
3 official reports linked on this page, including 2 earlier reports.
Previous reports
Location
Scotland Lane, Bartley Green, Birmingham, West Midlands, B32 4BT
Town setting
Questions parents ask
Is King Edward VI Five Ways School a selective school?
Yes. King Edward VI Five Ways School has a selective intake, which means places are offered based on performance in an entrance exam. Check the school's admissions page for the current exam format and registration deadlines.
What is King Edward VI Five Ways School's Ofsted rating?
King Edward VI Five Ways School was rated Good at its most recent inspection in November 2023. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend King Edward VI Five Ways School?
King Edward VI Five Ways School currently has 1,311 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does King Edward VI Five Ways School take?
King Edward VI Five Ways School caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is King Edward VI Five Ways School?
King Edward VI Five Ways School is in Birmingham, B32 4BT, in the Birmingham local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does King Edward VI Five Ways School have a sixth form?
Yes, King Edward VI Five Ways School has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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