King Edward VI High School for Girls
Birmingham, West Midlands · B15 2UB
King Edward VI High School for Girls is a highly selective independent day school in central Birmingham, consistently ranked as the top independent school in the West Midlands for academic excellence. The school emphasises intellectual curiosity, critical thinking, and character development within a collaborative, supportive community. KEHS has been recognised as the UK's best value independent school, combining academic rigour with accessibility and wide co-curricular opportunity, including notable strength in sport and cricket.
- →Consistent top academic ranking in the West Midlands and among highest-performing independents nationally outside London/South East
- →Explicit commitment to accessibility and value for money relative to peer schools and academic outcomes
- →Exceptional breadth of co-curricular provision including recognised strength in cricket, sport, music and leadership development
- →Strong pastoral community and collaborative ethos that nurtures well-rounded, confident young women
Who thrives here
Bright, intellectually curious girls from the West Midlands who thrive in a academically rigorous but supportive environment and value a vibrant co-curricular culture. The school explicitly welcomes pupils regardless of socioeconomic background through its bursary and assisted places scheme.
Strengths at a glance
Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.
At a glance
Contact & visit
Edgbaston Park Road
Birmingham, West Midlands
B15 2UB
Nearest stations
Notable alumni
Jess Carter
Cricketer; England women's international player
Rachel Duffin
Professional cricketer; Warwickshire and England women's player
Recent investment
Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at King Edward VI High School for Girls?
Day fees at King Edward VI High School for Girls are approximately £18,780 per year (2026/27).
How do you get into King Edward VI High School for Girls?
King Edward VI High School for Girls admits pupils at 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are King Edward VI High School for Girls's exam results?
At King Edward VI High School for Girls, 65.2% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 88.2% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is King Edward VI High School for Girls a boarding school?
King Edward VI High School for Girls is a day school in Birmingham and does not offer boarding.
What is King Edward VI High School for Girls's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated King Edward VI High School for Girls “Excellent” (2019).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Consistent academic excellence and rigorous yet intellectually nurturing approach
✓Strong sense of community and collaborative ethos; girls feel supported and valued
✓Exceptional value for money relative to peer independent schools and academic outcomes
✓Breadth and quality of co-curricular opportunities, particularly sport and music
✓Accessibility commitment and bursary provision enabling socioeconomically diverse pupil body
✓Focus on developing independent thinking and scholarly curiosity rather than grade-chasing
Common concerns
!Competition for places and high entry bar may deter families unfamiliar with independent sector
!Day-only provision unsuitable for those requiring boarding flexibility
!Not yet formally inspected by Ofsted; parents must rely on ISI report and schools' own claims