King Edward VI Grammar School
| Type | Secondary / Academy converter |
| Age Range | 11-18 |
| Religion | Unknown |
| Address | Edward Street Louth Lincolnshire LN11 9LL |
| Phone | 01507600456 |
| Reference Number | 142262 |
King Edward VI Grammar School has been inspected for the first time under section 5 of the Education Act 2005 and has received a 'Good' rating across all areas evaluated. The school provides a supportive environment where most pupils enjoy learning and achieve well. The leadership has made significant improvements, fostering positive relationships between staff and students, and ensuring effective personal development through extracurricular activities. However, there are areas for growth, particularly in teacher's assessment practices and support for pupils with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
General Makeup
| Number of pupils | 889 |
| Boy/Girl ratio |
Boys: 45.56%
Girls: 54.44% |
| Percentage of students eligible for free school meals | 11% |
| Percentage of students where English is not their first language | 3.9% |
Class Sizes
| Average size of one teacher classes | 21.7 |
Year Groups
| Year | Boys | Girls | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 7 | 82 | 73 | 155 |
| 8 | 71 | 84 | 155 |
| 9 | 68 | 81 | 149 |
| 10 | 62 | 86 | 148 |
| 11 | 61 | 88 | 149 |
| 12 | 25 | 28 | 53 |
| 13 | 36 | 44 | 80 |
Ethnicities
| Ethnicity | Percentage |
|---|---|
| White, British | 83.2% |
| White, Other | 3.8% |
| Mixed, Other | 3.7% |
| Unclassified | 2.4% |
| White & Asian | 2.1% |
| Indian | 1.1% |
| Pakistani | 0.8% |
| White & Black (African) | 0.6% |
| Asian, Other | 0.4% |
| Chinese | 0.3% |
| African | 0.2% |
| White & Black (Caribbean) | 0.1% |
| Overall Ofsted Rating | Good |
| > Quality of education | Good |
| > Behaviour & Attitude | Good |
| > Personal Development | Good |
| > Leadership & Management | Good |
| > Sixth Form Provision | Good |
| Last Report Date | 08 May 2024 |
| Date | Report |
|---|---|
| 08 May 2024 | School inspection: |
| 31 Aug 2015 | Academy conversion letter |
| 21 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| Previously as The King Edward VI Grammar School, Louth | |
| 21 Sep 2011 | Full inspection: |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 30 Jun 2010 | Interim assessment |
| 06 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 06 Dec 2006 | Full inspection: |
| 12 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
| 12 Mar 2001 | Full inspection |
Strengths
- Pupils generally enjoy learning and feel well supported by their teachers.
- High expectations lead most pupils to meet their academic goals consistently.
- Teachers possess good subject knowledge and deliver the curriculum effectively.
- The school's ambitious curriculum supports high-quality work and achievement.
- Strong behavior standards are maintained, with most pupils exhibiting respect and good conduct.
Areas for Improvement
- Some teachers do not check pupils' understanding effectively, leaving misconceptions unaddressed.
- Not all teachers implement strategies for supporting pupils with SEND, hindering their access to the curriculum.
- Inconsistent awareness among some leaders regarding curriculum planning and delivery.
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
- English
- Maths
- 3 subjects from qualifications that count towards the English Baccalaureate (EBacc), like sciences, language and history
- 3 more GCSE qualifications (including EBacc subjects) or technical awards from a list approved by the Department for Education
Each grade a pupil gets is assigned a point score from 9 (the highest) to 1 (the lowest). These scores are added up, with English and maths counted twice.
| School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|
| 61.3 |
GCSE Results
| Metric | School Score | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Grade 5 or above in English and maths | 81.2% | ||
| 5 or more GCSEs at grade 9-4 (or A-C) | 96.6% |
Attainment 8 Score
Attaimenment 8 is a measure of a pupil's average grade across a set of 8 subjects. The 8 subjects which make up Attainment 8 are:
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| Points | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average Points | 29.64 | ||
| Average Points (best 3) | 29.5 |
Grades
| School | Local | Nationwide | |
| Average Grade | C | C+ | C+ |
| Average Grade (best 3) | C | C+ | C+ |
| Percentage | Percentile (local) | Percentile (nationwide) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Students getting AAB or better | 11.3% |
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| Number of Applications | Number of Offers | |
| First Preference | ||
| Second Preference | 58 | 2 |
| Third Preference | 16 | 0 |
| From another Local Authority | 82 | 47 |
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