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King Edward's School

· BA2 6HU

AAB+ A-level

47.1%

9–7 GCSE

62.3%

Day fees

Not published

Inspection

Excellent

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King Edward's School Bath is an HMC-affiliated co-educational day school spanning ages 3–18, positioned as a forward-thinking independent with a stated emphasis on nurturing 'adventurous minds'. Housed in suburban Bath, it operates a through-school model with dedicated Pre-Prep, Junior, Senior and Sixth Form divisions. The school articulates a purpose-driven ethos centred on resilience, curiosity and individual flourishing, though it remains un-inspected by Ofsted.

  • All-through continuity from age 3 to 18 with seamless pastoral transitions
  • HMC membership and broad co-curricular offer including expeditions and outdoor learning
  • Accessible location in Bath with structured support for newcomers

Who thrives here

Pupils who respond well to exploratory, broad-based learning and thrive in a mixed-ability, mixed-gender environment; families valuing continuity and a day-school model with strong pastoral care.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th pctCo-curricularno dataValue vs peersno dataPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1552
Number of pupils1,185
Sixth form250
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
AssociationsHMC
Settingsuburban
LocationSchool is well-connected by bus and rail; postcode BA2 6HU places it in southern Bath suburbs.

Contact & visit

North Road, Bath

BA2 6HU

www.kesbath.com
01225464313
Mr Martin J Boden, Headteacher

Nearest stations

Bath Spa railway station15 min
Bath Bus Station10 min

Frequently asked questions

How do you get into King Edward's School?

King Edward's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are King Edward's School's exam results?

At King Edward's School, 47.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 62.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is King Edward's School a boarding school?

King Edward's School is a day school in England and does not offer boarding.

What is King Edward's School's latest inspection rating?

ISI rated King Edward's School “Excellent” (2023). This grading is no longer issued — both inspectorates have since changed how they report outcomes.

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What parents say

Frequently praised

Strong all-through pastoral continuity and safeguarding

Broad co-curricular offer and emphasis on adventurous outdoor learning

Individual attention and personalised approach to progress

Common concerns

!Lack of Ofsted inspection limits independent third-party accountability data