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King Edward VI CEVC School Catchment Area

Reviewed by the catchment.school editorial team · Last updated 15 March 2026

King Edward VI CEVC School is a voluntary controlled secondary school in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 1199 pupils, and a capacity of 1200 places. The school is operating close to capacity — catchment area boundaries apply when the school is oversubscribed.

11–16

Age range

1,199

Pupils

1,200

Capacity

100%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2019

King Edward VI CEVC School Catchment Area Information

Admission to King Edward VI CEVC School is managed by Suffolk and typically includes both faith criteria and catchment area proximity. The weighting given to each criterion depends on the school's published oversubscription policy, which is reviewed annually.

Operating near capacity: 100% of places are currently filled. Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Suffolk before each admissions cycle. Always verify your address with the council before submitting an application, as boundaries can change year to year.

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King Edward VI CEVC School — School Information

Full address
Grove Road, Bury St Edmunds, IP33 3BH
Local authority
Suffolk
School type
Voluntary controlled school
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Religious character
Church of England
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
19.9% of pupils
DfE URN
124856

Other Secondary Schools in Bury St Edmunds

If King Edward VI CEVC School is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Bury St Edmunds are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — King Edward VI CEVC School

Is King Edward VI CEVC School oversubscribed?

King Edward VI CEVC School is operating close to its capacity of 1200 places (100% full). Catchment boundaries are likely to apply when the school is oversubscribed at the next intake.

What is the admissions policy for King Edward VI CEVC School?

King Edward VI CEVC School uses both faith criteria and catchment area proximity in its admissions policy. The weighting is reviewed annually and published by Suffolk before each admissions cycle.

What age range does King Edward VI CEVC School cover?

King Edward VI CEVC School is a secondary school in Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk, serving pupils aged 11–16. For the latest information, visit the school's website or the DfE Get Information About Schools service.

What is the Ofsted rating for King Edward VI CEVC School?

King Edward VI CEVC School was rated Good by Ofsted in 2019. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.