King Edward VI Aston School
Birmingham, West Midlands · B6 6DJ
King Edward VI Aston School is a long-established boys' grammar school in Birmingham, founded in 1883 and part of the prestigious King Edward VI Foundation. Day-only, it serves around 1,000 pupils across entry points at 11, 13, and 16, with a strong academic culture rooted in traditional grammar-school values. The school emphasises diligence, honesty, integrity and kindness, positioning itself as a provider of educational excellence within the broader Midlands community.
- →Selective grammar school with strong academic track record and part of respected KEV Foundation
- →Three entry points (11, 13, 16) allow flexibility and opportunity to join at sixth form
- →Established pastoral care system including house structure and comprehensive extra-curricular offer
- →City-centre location in Birmingham with good transport links and diverse curriculum breadth
Who thrives here
Able boys seeking a traditional grammar education with strong discipline and subject rigour; pupils who thrive in a competitive, structured environment with clear expectations around behaviour and achievement.
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Contact & visit
Frederick Road, Aston
Birmingham, West Midlands
B6 6DJ
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Frequently asked questions
How much does King Edward VI Aston School cost?
King Edward VI Aston School is a state grammar school, so there are no tuition fees — places are free and allocated by the 11-plus exam and the school’s admissions criteria.
How do you get into King Edward VI Aston School?
King Edward VI Aston School 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 Aston School's exam results?
At King Edward VI Aston School, 26% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 59% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is King Edward VI Aston School a boarding school?
King Edward VI Aston School is a day school in Birmingham and does not offer boarding.
What is King Edward VI Aston School's latest inspection rating?
Ofsted rated King Edward VI Aston School “Outstanding” (2022).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong academic culture and rigorous curriculum aligned with traditional grammar values
✓Well-structured pastoral care through house system and clear pupil safeguarding protocols
✓Broad extra-curricular and enrichment offer including STEM days, expeditions and leadership development
✓Selective intake ensures peer group of able, motivated pupils
Common concerns
!Not yet inspected by Ofsted—limited independent external validation of teaching quality and outcomes
!Day-only provision may not suit families requiring flexible boarding or extended childcare
!Selective grammar model may create pressure and limit diversity of learning needs accommodated