King Edward VI High School for Girls

King Edward VI High School for Girls offers a variety of scholarships to outstanding pupils at both 11+ and 16+, as determined by the Principal.

Below are the details of the available scholarships:

11+ academic scholarships
These scholarships are awarded solely on academic merit, without any consideration of the financial situation of the candidate’s family. Consideration for an academic scholarship is automatic during the entry process, and no separate application or exam is required.

11+ music scholarships
These scholarships are available to pupils who achieve highly in the entrance examination and have attained at least Grade 6 in their musical instrument. Scholarships are awarded following auditions. Parents registering their daughter for the entrance exam online will have the option to apply for a music scholarship.

16+ academic scholarships
Awarded solely on academic merit, these scholarships do not take into account the financial situation of the candidate’s family. As with the 11+ scholarships, consideration is automatic during the entry process, and no separate application or exam is required.

16+ sport scholarships
The school recognises the dedication, motivation, and resilience required for students on a pathway to international representation. Pupils on a National Governing Body (NGB) Development Pathway are encouraged to apply for a Sixth Form Sports Scholarship. Interested applicants should write to the Director of Admissions, outlining their sporting achievements and how they balance their training and academic studies.

16+ music Scholarships
These scholarships are available to pupils who have surpassed Grade 8 in their musical instrument and show significant commitment to furthering their musical education, for example, through involvement in the National Youth Orchestra or National Youth Choir. The level of playing should be comparable to gaining a place at a post-18 Music Conservatoire, regardless of whether that pathway is intended. Scholarships are awarded following auditions.

For further information about scholarships and bursaries please visit the Admissions section of the website.

Assisted Places
Our school aims to offer an exceptional education to the brightest girls in the Birmingham area, irrespective of their parents’ ability to pay fees.

Funding for Assisted Places is provided thanks to a substantial grant from the Governors of the King Edward VI Foundation and generous donations from Old Edwardians.

An Assisted Place is awarded on academic merit based on the school’s own entrance examination at 11+ and academic interview at 16+. Assisted Places are means-tested, based on family income and assets.

Demand for Assisted Places far exceeds the funds currently available, so unfortunately not all girls who perform well in the examination and apply for an Assisted Place can be funded.

Parents must indicate interest in an Assisted Place on the Registration Form.

Please visit the website for more information.