King Edward VII School is a secondary community school in Sheffield, Yorkshire and the Humber. It has not yet been rated by students on y.school. Be the first to rate this community school and help other students and parents understand what the school experience is really like.
In terms of academic performance, King Edward VII School has a Progress 8 score of -0.12 (below the national average), an Attainment 8 score of 48.9, 69% of students achieving grade 4+ in English and Maths, an average A-Level grade of C+.
The school has 1,706 pupils on roll, a teacher turnover rate of 7.8%, 17% of pupils eligible for free school meals, an overall absence rate of 8.3%.
After leaving King Edward VII School, student destinations include 63% going on to university and 2% entering apprenticeships.
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King Edward VII School has a Progress 8 score of -0.12, which is below the national average of 0. Progress 8 measures how much progress students make between the end of Key Stage 2 and their GCSE results, compared to students with similar starting points nationally.
The school's Attainment 8 score is 48.9. Attainment 8 measures the average achievement of students across 8 qualifications including English, Maths, three EBacc subjects, and three open group qualifications.
69% of students at King Edward VII School achieved grade 4 or above in both English and Maths GCSEs.
Students at King Edward VII School achieve an average A-Level grade of C+. This metric covers all A-Level and equivalent qualifications taken at the school.
King Edward VII School has an overall absence rate of 8.3%. The national average for secondary schools is approximately 5.5%.
The teacher turnover rate at King Edward VII School is 7.8%. This measures the percentage of teachers who left the school in the past year.
King Edward VII School has 1,706 pupils on roll.
17% of pupils are eligible for free school meals, which is used as a proxy for socioeconomic disadvantage.
After leaving King Edward VII School, 63% go on to university and 2% enter apprenticeships.
Source: Department for Education, Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score.
Data last updated: April 2026
King Edward VII School was rated "Good" by Ofsted following an inspection in May 2023 (2 years ago). Based on Ofsted's inspection cycle, King Edward VII School is next inspection expected around 2027.
A "Good" rating means Ofsted found the school provides a high standard of education across all areas assessed. Around 65% of schools in England are rated Good, making it the most common rating.
Note: From November 2025, Ofsted replaced single-word judgements with detailed report cards covering multiple categories. While King Edward VII School's rating shown above was awarded under the previous system, Ofsted now provides more granular assessments. For the most up-to-date inspection information, check the school's report card on the Ofsted website.
Ofsted data is displayed for context only and does not influence the Student Score. For the official Ofsted report, visit reports.ofsted.gov.uk.
Crime Nearby
421/mo
Within ~1 mile (Police.uk)
Violent Crime
134/mo
32% of total
Air Quality
Good
NO₂: 12.7 µg/m³ · PM2.5: 7.2
Bus Stops
20
Within 500m
Nearest Station
University of Sheffield to Middlewood
0.8km away
Source: Police.uk, DEFRA UK-Air, DfT NaPTAN. Based on the school's location — actual conditions may vary.
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Quality of Education
Good
Behaviour & Attitudes
Good
Personal Development
Good
Leadership & Management
Good
Source: Department for Education / Ofsted. Data shown for context only — does not influence the Student Score. Small schools may show extreme percentages due to small sample sizes.