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King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys Catchment Area

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

King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys is a academy converter secondary school in Birmingham , serving pupils aged 11–16, with 815 pupils, and a capacity of 800 places. The school is currently at or above capacity, making catchment area proximity important for admissions.

11–16

Age range

815

Pupils

800

Capacity

102%

Fill rate

Good

Ofsted 2023

King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys Catchment Area Information

As an academy, King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys sets its own admissions criteria, agreed with Birmingham. The catchment area boundary is defined in the school's annual admissions policy, which may differ from the LA's general school admissions arrangements.

Currently oversubscribed: 815 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 800 places. Living within the catchment area is especially important for this school.

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The official admissions policy — including the catchment boundary map — is published by Birmingham 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 King's Norton School for Boys — School Information

Full address
Northfield Road, King's Norton, Birmingham, B30 1DY
Local authority
Birmingham
School type
Academy converter
Phase of education
Secondary
Age range
11–16 years
Gender
Boys
Admissions policy
Non-selective
Free school meals
29.1% of pupils
DfE URN
150320

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If King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys is oversubscribed, these secondary schools in Birmingham are the next closest alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions — King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys

Is King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys oversubscribed?

Yes — King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys currently has 815 pupils enrolled against a capacity of 800 places. Catchment area proximity is an important admissions criterion when applying.

What is the admissions policy for King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys?

Admission to King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys is managed by Birmingham. When oversubscribed, places go to looked-after children first, then siblings, then catchment area distance. Always verify the current policy with the council before applying.

What age range does King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys cover?

King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys is a secondary school in Birmingham, 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 King's Norton School for Boys?

King Edward VI King's Norton School for Boys was rated Good by Ofsted in 2023. Full inspection reports are available at reports.ofsted.gov.uk.