King Edward VI Grammar School, Chelmsford

Sports

Large sports hall with five badminton courts, also laid out for volleyball, tennis, cricket, netball and five-a-side football. Adjacent studio with sprung wooden floor excellent for gymnastics, aerobics, yoga, pilates, martial arts or dance. Male and female changing facilities.

STEM

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Arts

The Music School has a large rehearsal room which doubles as a recital hall (seating 200), a second classroom, a recording studio and five practice rooms. Main school Hall has an electronic organ (60 stop, 3 manual Makin) and a Steinway piano (Model D).

Library

The school has a well-equipped library with extensive book collections, digital resources, and study spaces. The library supports both academic research and recreational reading, with qualified librarian staff to assist students.

Capital Projects

Music School purpose-built in 2001. State-of-the-art sports facility opened September 2018.

Sports

Music & Performing Arts

Senior Orchestra, Wind Band, School Choir, House Music, House Drama, Drama Society, National Youth Theatre coaching

Clubs & Societies

Duke of Edinburgh

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Trips & Exchanges

Community Service

Students participate in various community service activities including charity fundraising, volunteering in local community projects, and participating in social action programs as part of their personal development.

Uniform

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School Meals

Hot meals available in the school dining hall. Catering provided by Essex County Council.

Homework Policy

Homework is set regularly across all subjects. Students are expected to complete approximately 1-2 hours of homework per night in Years 7-9, increasing to 2-3 hours in Years 10-11, and independent study time in the Sixth Form.

Behaviour Policy

The school operates a positive behaviour system with house points and rewards. There is a clear behaviour code with expectations for respect, responsibility and achievement. Sanctions include detentions and in serious cases, exclusion.

Mobile Phone Policy

Mobile phones must be switched off during school hours and kept in bags. They should not be visible or used in classrooms or corridors during the school day.

SEND Provision

The school provides support for students with Special Educational Needs and Disabilities (SEND) through dedicated staff, individualized support plans, and appropriate accommodations to ensure all students can access the curriculum effectively.