The short version
Above-average GCSE results. At capacity. Rated Outstanding by Ofsted (2021).
- GCSE results are above the national average (Attainment 8: 83.3 vs national 43.8)
- Rated Outstanding by Ofsted in 2021
- The school is at capacity (100% 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
83.3
39.5 vs nationalEnglish & maths (grade 5+)
Strong pass in both core subjects
100%
58.2pp vs nationalEBacc entry
Academic subjects including a language
99%
A-Level Average
Mean grade across subjects
A
A-Level Value Added
Progress vs expected
+0.01
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 149 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, 19 pupils share each qualified teacher, but with teaching assistants there's 1 adult for every 14 pupils.
Staff breakdown
Plus 80 other support staff
Source: DfE School Workforce Census
School details
Published dataProfile
- Type
- Academy converter
- Phase
- Secondary
- Ages
- 11–18
- Intake
- Mixed
Numbers
- Pupils
- 1,138
- Capacity
- 100%
- FSM
- 2%
- Admissions
- Selective
Governance
- Local authority
- Essex
- Trust
- KING EDWARD VI GRAMMAR SCHOOL, CHELMSFORD
- Head
- Ms Natalie Wilson (Headteacher)
Provisions
- Sixth form
- Yes
Inspection record
Official linksSchool inspection: Outstanding
2 official reports linked on this page, including 1 earlier report.
Location
Broomfield Road, Chelmsford, Essex, CM1 3SX
Town setting
Schools nearby
Within 2.5 kmMaltese Road Primary School
Primary · Very close
The Chelmsford New Model Special School, Haywood Campus
Special school · Very close
Kings Road Primary School
Primary · 565m away
The Cathedral Church of England Voluntary Aided Primary School, Chelmsford
Primary · 893m away
The Hawthorns School
Free school · Grammar · 960m away
The Sir Geoff Hurst Academy
Free school · Grammar · 1.1km away
St Pius X Catholic Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Westlands Community Primary School
Primary · 1.1km away
Questions parents ask
Is King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford a selective school?
Yes. King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford 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 Grammar School, Chelmsford's Ofsted rating?
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford was rated Outstanding at its most recent inspection in December 2021. Full reports are linked on this page.
How many pupils attend King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford?
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford currently has 1,138 pupils on roll, according to the latest Department for Education data.
What ages does King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford take?
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford caters for pupils aged 11 to 18. It is classified as a secondary school.
Where is King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford?
King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford is in Chelmsford, CM1 3SX, in the Essex local authority area. The map on this page shows the exact location and nearby schools.
Does King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford have a sixth form?
Yes, King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford has a sixth form, so pupils can continue to A-levels or equivalent qualifications without changing school.
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