King Edward’s Pride as Former Student Acts as Queen’s Pallbearer

26th September 2022Andrew Baxter

Former student David Sanderson was one of eight Grenadier Guards to carry the Queen on her final journey.

David attended The King Edward Vl school before leaving at 16 to join the Army Foundation College in Harrogate. By the time he was 17 David was stationed at the regimental headquarters of the Grenadier Guards at Wellington barracks, first joining the second battalion and then moving to the first battalion, the Queen’s Division, like his late grandfather.

19-year-old David was selected to be one of the eight soldiers from the Queen’s Company 1st Battalion, Grenadier Guards, who bore the oak casket in both London and Windsor. David was positioned at the front on the right-hand side of the casket.

The enormity of the role is hard to comprehend and the soldiers have been praised for carrying out their duty while watched by billions around the world. The dignity and poise shown by David throughout that service was hugely impressive and the school community is so proud of his achievement.

 

Brass Band National Finals

23rd September 2022Andrew Baxter
Brass Band Championship Success
Congratulations to Lydia Watson and Sophie Fraser who attended the National Brass Band championship with Ellington colliery band. They performed amazingly and finished 4th in the National Finals.

Gymnastics Success

14th September 2022Mr S Connor
We are thrilled to share the news that James Ash, a Year 12 student in our Sixth Form, has made it through to the finals of The European Championships in TeamGym. You can watch James and his team at the link below at 1:00pm on Friday 16 September. Good luck James!

Pastoral Support

13th September 2022Mrs L Rayne

At The King Edward VI School, our aim is;

 “To foster academic and personal development in a caring and challenging environment so that each individual can achieve his or her potential and become an accomplished student”.

For this to happen, students must be safe, attend well and uphold high standards of engagement. The following policies are written and enacted to ensure that students can reach their potential.

To read the letter sent to Parents/Carers and students can be read in full here 

Her Majesty the Queen

9th September 2022Andrew Baxter

Our school community paid tribute this morning to the country’s longest serving monarch. Her Majesty’s service over the past seven decades has been an inspiration.

During the period of mourning our public communications will be limited.

We appreciate this news will be upsetting for some and pastoral support will be available in school for those that need it.

As you will be aware, Monday 19 September is designated as a Bank Holiday for the State Funeral of the Queen. School will therefore be closed to all staff and students on this day, reopening as usual on Tuesday 20 September.

Return to School

2nd September 2022Mrs L Rayne

We very much look forward to welcoming your child back to school next week and working together with you to support them through the next year of their education.

Year 9: Please ensure that your child arrives at Student Support before 9.00am on Tuesday 6 September so that they have time to find out their tutor group before they are registered by their new form tutor.

A copy of the letter to Year 9 parents/carers can be read in full here

 

Year 10 & Year 11: Return to school on Wednesday 7 September and report to their tutor group.

A copy of the letter to Year 10 and Year 11 parents/carers can be read in full here

GCSE Results 2022

25th August 2022Mr S Connor

The King Edward VI School is reporting another set of excellent GCSE results today.

Clare Savage, Headteacher said, “I would like to congratulate all Year 11 students and staff on an excellent set of GCSE results which is testament to our Year 11’s positive attitudes, determination and hard work.

I am proud of every one of our students who have worked so hard to achieve such fantastic grades. They have had a challenging time during the past two years, but they have been committed to their studies and sat their exams with confidence and determination. I would like to take this opportunity to thank all staff on behalf of our students for all the support they have given them. “

Jack Quinlan, Head of Year stated “This was a great year group with a really positive work ethic. They fully deserve these wonderful results and I wish them the very best for the next step in their educational journey.”

80% of students achieved a grade 4 or above in both English and Maths.  The majority of King Edward’s students will be joining their Sixth form in September whilst others will follow other further education courses or apprenticeship opportunities.

  

Post 16 Results 2022

18th August 2022Mr S Connor

The King Edward VI School Year 13 students have achieved excellent A level and level 3 vocational results today. 

The school is delighted that almost three-quarters of students are now moving into higher education at a number of high performing universities including Oxbridge, many Russell Group and Ivy League institutions. 

Headteacher, Clare Savage commented: 

“These incredibly positive results represent all the hard work of our students throughout their time at King Edward’s. It is also an illustration of the dedication and commitment of the staff and parents who have supported our students to enable them to achieve so highly. 

As they prepare to move on to further study or work, I would like to thank our students for the significant and positive contribution they have made to our school. They have excelled in so many fields and we have been so impressed by all of their achievements. We wish all of our students every success in their future endeavours.” 

Leanne Johnston, Head of Post 16 thanked the students for their efforts and congratulated them on their successes. “The progress each and every student has made throughout Sixth Form is exceptional with many exceeding their target grades, which is fantastic. 

We are delighted at the range of exciting opportunities they are taking up. The courses applied for continue to expand and reflect the varied interests and talents of our students. We have students moving on to Conservatoires and the Royal College of Music, degree choices from Film and TV production to Midwifery, Fashion and Textiles to Robotics. Optometry, International Relations and everything in between. Several are pursuing apprenticeships in a range of fields, from Business Admin to Engineering. Whatever their next step, we wish all our students the very best for the future.”

 

Over a third of all entries were A*- A grades, almost 90% of all entries were A*- C grades and the average grade achieved was a grade B. A number of students performed outstandingly well, including 26 students who achieved all A-A* grades, 9 of which achieved all A*grades.

 

Former Pupil Daniel Dixon Qualifies to Compete at the Commonwealth Games

20th July 2022Alana Whenary

Former pupil Daniel Dixon has represented Britain at the junior and senior level of triathlon over the last few years. In Hungary last year, he won a junior continental title. As part of the mixed relay team last September, he made his debut in the Hamburg World Triathlon Championship Series.

Now, Daniel has qualified to compete at the Commonwealth Games in Birmingham. We want to say a huge congratulations to him, and wish him all the luck and success for the future. Well done Daniel!

September Return to School

13th July 2022Mrs L Rayne

Year 9 start back on Tuesday 6 September

Year 10 & Year 11 start back on Wednesday 7 September

Please find time before September to sit down with your child to review the Parent/Carer Handbook. This will remind you and your child of all of the information that you need before starting the new academic year. Please take note of the timings of the school day, which can be found on page 10, as we have reverted back to a single lunch break. However, if you have any questions or queries, please do not hesitate to contact us before the end of term.

We very much look forward to welcoming your child back to our school in September and working together with you to support them through the next stage of their education.

Letters sent to parents/carers can be read in full here; Year 9, Year 10, Year 11