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We Strive To Improve

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Sixth Form Tours

Book Your Tour of KES Sixth Form We warmly invite prospective students and their families to experience what makes KES Sixth Form a vibrant, ambitious, and supportive place to learn and grow. Guided tours will run during the week of 2nd March. You can book a slot, morning or afternoon, every day throughout the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a time that suits you best. During your visit, you’ll have the opportunity to: Tour our modern Sixth Form facilities – including dedicated study spaces, social areas, and classrooms. Drop in on live lessons to get a real feel for our teaching style and academic atmosphere. Speak with our passionate teachers about subject choices, enrichment opportunities, and how we support every student to achieve their best. Chat with current Sixth Form students to hear first-hand what life is really like at KES – from the workload to the opportunities. Book your tour here
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King Edward VII Academy

At KES Academy, we believe that The KES Way is what sets us apart. Our school is not just a place of learning—it is the beating heart of our community. We are immensely proud of the town we serve, and in return, we strive every day to ensure that our community is proud of the young people in our care.

Latest News & Social

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August 21st 2025

Jubilation at Best Ever GCSE results success

August 14th 2025

King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form Celebrates A-Level Results

November 12th 2024

King Edward VII Academy celebrates high praise in Ofsted report, showcasing staff excellence, ambitious students and a rapidly improved school

December 9th 2025

Carol Services Spread Joy this Christmas

October 24th 2025

Oxbridge Students Return to KES Sixth Form to Inspire Future University Applicants

June 30th 2025

West Norfolk Maths Challenge Inspires the Next Generation

April 4th 2025

Queen of the Flames

March 28th 2025

Delight in ‘Gaywoo’ed’ as Snow White and the Seven Dwarves take to the stage

March 27th 2025

Fast and Fierce Netball Action at Annual Inspiration Trust Tournament

March 27th 2025

Young Pianists Shine in a Day of Musical Excellence

March 19th 2025

A Day of Determination and Respect - Celebrating Rugby at Annual Inspiration Trust Secondary Tournament

February 7th 2025

Alumnus Amber Smalley Encourages KES Students to Aim High

Talented pupils rock the stage at Inspiration Trust&rsqu...

February 5th 2025

Talented pupils rock the stage at Inspiration Trust’s Battle of the Bands in its third year

February 4th 2025

Students Embrace ‘Basketball Fever’ at Annual Secondary 3X3 Competition

December 5th 2024

Carols and Community: Celebrating the Spirit of Christmas with Inspiration Trust Schools

December 5th 2024

Imperial College students inspire STEMM aspirations

November 27th 2024

Making Waves - Inspiration Trust Schools Swim to Success at Annual Trust Gala

October 18th 2024

An Inspiring Week of Live Music across Norfolk and North Suffolk

October 18th 2024

KES Alumnus on Atlantic Rowing Adventure

August 22nd 2024

King Edward VII Academy jubilant at GCSE success

August 15th 2024

King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form celebrates A-Level Results

July 5th 2024

Secondary Maths Challenge Sparks Enthusiasm and Teamwork

April 15th 2024

English Olympiad brings together Poetry, Speeches, Debates and Drama

April 15th 2024

Whodunnit with a Twist! Student’s Theatre Production of ‘Hidden Meanings’ Proves a Big Hit

February 9th 2024

This Girl Can: Female Football Programme Launches at King Edward VII Academy in Partnership with King’s Lynn Town Football Club

January 9th 2024

KES Academy Alumni, Alina Ahsan Awarded Royal Gold Medal from His Majesty King Charles

January 3rd 2024

New Principal Appointed at KES Academy

December 15th 2023

King Edward VII Academy Celebrates Students Outstanding Accomplishments at Awards Evening

October 31st 2023

Talented Young Artist at King Edward VII Academy Selected as Runner-Up in Spirited Arts Competition 2023

September 28th 2023

Work Experience Week Returns to King Edward VII Academy

August 24th 2023

Triumph for King Edward VII Academy Growing GCSE Success

August 17th 2023

Inspiration Trust celebrates knock-out A-Level Results across its family of sixth forms

August 17th 2023

King Edward VII Academy Sixth Form Celebrates A-Level Results

July 21st 2023

Football Fun Day: KES Girls Take to the Pitch

July 12th 2023

Guest Speaker at KES Academy Inspires Future Engineers

June 21st 2023

Four KES Academy Student’s Published in National Poetry Book

June 13th 2023

KES Academy Sixth Form Alumni and Professional Footballer, Joe Taylor Celebrates Promotion to Premier League

May 17th 2023

KES Academy U18’s Football Team Crowned County Champions

May 12th 2023

KES Academy Year 7 Football Team Take Home the County Championship Cup

April 27th 2023

Chief Executive of QEH Visits KES Students Interested in Pursuing Careers in the NHS

April 24th 2023

KES Teacher Completes London Marathon to Raise Funds for Motor Neurone Disease Association in Memory of Father

March 30th 2023

King Edward VII Academy Rugby Team Take Home the Gold in County Championships

March 24th 2023

KES Students Take to the Stage for Amazing Annie Jr. Performance

March 6th 2023

Cultivating a love of reading: World Book Day turns into World Book Week at KES Academy

February 28th 2023

U18s National Cup Football Quarter-Final Run for KES Academy

January 23rd 2023

Winners Announced for Trust-Wide Climate Competition

December 13th 2022

Rising Football Star and KES Student Takes to the Pitch for King’s Lynn Town Football Club

December 8th 2022

Ringing in Christmas with Inspiration Trust’s 8th Annual Carol Service

November 22nd 2022

A deep dive into Inspiration Trust's continuing sports programme

November 18th 2022

Inspiration Trust's 8th Annual Christmas Carol Service

October 21st 2022

An Incredible Week of Music for Inspiration Trust

October 14th 2022

Children’s Commissioner for England Visits King Edward VII Academy’s Newly Refurbished Facilities

October 3rd 2022

Reviving KES History: Restorative Work to Magnificent Grade II Listed Building Finalised

August 25th 2022

GCSEs are back: Joy for King Edward VII Academy Students

August 18th 2022

King Edward VII Academy Celebrates Post-16 Results

June 23rd 2022

King Edward VII Academy is hiring!

March 30th 2022

Inspiration Trust host Whole Trust Rugby Tournament!

March 30th 2022

Inspiration Trust's family of schools take part in Netball Tournament!

March 8th 2022

KES Art Show

February 21st 2022

Former Pupils Sponsor King’s Lynn Town FC U19 Squad

February 4th 2022

Semi-final Win for KES

January 28th 2022

James Wild MP Visits KES for First Time as a Governor and Talks Careers in Government & Politics to Students at King Edward VII Academy

July 16th 2021

Confirm your place at KES 6th Form

@kesacademy - February 23rd 2026

Super Proud 😊 Well done to our year 7 pupils who received their medal 🎖️ and certificate today in assembly for completing the Future Stars programme with @UEA Thanks to Chloe for taken the time to present the pupils 👍 #dreambig

@kesacademy - February 23rd 2026

Pupil Well Being 🎯 All week Gem and Adele from MHST are doing assemblies on Anxiety 👍 The assembly gives pupils an insight and ideas on how to cope with Anxiety #support

@kesacademy - February 13th 2026

House Valentines Karaoke 💝 So many excellent performances from pupils and staff. 🎤 Singing along and supporting every person on stage 👏👏 #oneschool

@kesacademy - February 13th 2026

KINGS AWARD WINNERS 👑👑👑👑 YEAR 7- Mylah S👏 YEAR 8- Blake W👏 YEAR 9- Sahara K👏 YEAR 10- Amindi P👏 YEAR 11- Summer M👏 6th Form- Xhevrie L👏 Staff- Miss Smith ( Attendance) #topoftheshop

@kesacademy - February 13th 2026

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@kesacademy - February 12th 2026

House Science Challenge 🧑‍🔬👩‍🔬 Brilliant Biochemistry event, where pupils learnt about biochemistry then had to make models Great turnout 👏👏👏 Thanks Miss Unnikrishnan for supporting the event 👌 Winners- Gloucester Windsor 🟢

@kesacademy - February 11th 2026

Feel Good Week More student success outside the Academy Well done to Timothy in Year 9 who won the Norfolk under 14 butterfly event at the UEA 🏊‍♂️ Top work young man 👏👏 #futurestar

@kesacademy - February 10th 2026

Brilliant day @ueaoffical Pupils enjoyed looking around the campus and understanding university life 📚 Thanks @OutreachUEA for inviting and inspiring the pupils #dreambig

@kesacademy - February 10th 2026

Monday House Event ( Volleyball)🏐 Plenty of Dig, Blocks and Sets Thanks Mr Myers for organising 👏 Overall Winners - Keene Thoresby 🟡 #Ace

@kesacademy - February 9th 2026

Unbelievable Achievement 👏 Well done to Luke A in year 9 who finished 3rd 🥉 in the UK 300m this weekend 🏃 Definitely an up and coming star for sure 👌 Be proud young man, we All are of you #thirdincountry

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