TheKingEdmundSchool - 16 Oct 2025
Welcome to KES
"Our aim is to be the school of choice for our community and one of the most remarkable schools in Essex — delivering excellence for every student, every day, in the classroom, on the pitch, in the studios, and on the stage, through leadership, community, kindness, ambition, and achievement. We warmly invite prospective students and their families to visit us and experience firsthand what makes KES such a joyful and special place." Ms Ingate, Headteacher.
Our Community News & Social
Mrs Woodard had a fantastic visit to Jamie Oliver HQ this week!
During her visit, she sat down to discuss the new school food standards — what’s working, what’s missing, and what we urgently need from the government to make sure every child has access to nutritious, high-quality meals at school.
We also had the opportunity to share our thoughts directly with Olivia Bailey, the Minister in charge of school food, and provide valuable feedback on how these standards can better support schools, caterers, and families.
A big thank you to the team at JO HQ for hosting such an inspiring and productive session.
TheKingEdmundSchool - 16 Oct 2025
Well done to our Year 7 Girls Football Team!
Another fantastic performance this week, finishing with a well-earned 1–1 draw against Appleton. The team showed great determination and teamwork throughout the match.
A special mention to Amelia for scoring an outstanding goal – well done!
We’re so proud of the effort and spirit from everyone involved
TheKingEdmundSchool - 16 Oct 2025
Cross Country Training in Full Swing!
So lovely to see some of our girls’ cross country team out practising after school with Mrs Evison today!
The team ran the full district course in preparation for the upcoming competition — great effort and determination from everyone! 👏
📏 Distances to train over half term:
🏅 Year 7: 2400 metres
🏅 Year 8/9: 2600 metres
🏅 Year 10/11: 3200 metres
Keep up the training over the break and stay motivated — you’re doing brilliantly!
TheKingEdmundSchool - 15 Oct 2025
Year 7 Rugby Success!
The Year 7 rugby team represented KES brilliantly at the recent District Rugby Tournament held at Appleton. For many of the boys, it was their first competitive experience playing together — and they showed fantastic teamwork, resilience, and determination throughout the afternoon.
The team started strongly against Castle View, showing excellent defensive organisation and some powerful running from the forwards.
By the final game, they had really found their rhythm — playing with confidence, great communication, and teamwork. Every player contributed, from big tackles in defence to brilliant offloads and support play in attack.
Special mentions to:
Zach – for outstanding leadership and communication
Louie, Jesse, and Reuben – for brilliant effort and sportsmanship
The boys showed true KES values of teamwork, respect, and perseverance. The future of rugby at KES looks incredibly bright!
TheKingEdmundSchool - 15 Oct 2025
Pre-Loved School Uniforms!
Looking for affordable, sustainable school uniforms?
Our pre-loved shop will be open on the 16th October.
Find gently used uniforms, save money, and help the planet .
Come visit us and give these uniforms a second life!
📍School Yard Cabin
🕒 2.30-3.30pm
TheKingEdmundSchool - 15 Oct 2025
Yesterday, Year 12 were thrilled to welcome a very special visitor from Essex Therapy Dogs!
As part of their Life Lessons, students explored topics like anxiety and learned how therapy dogs can provide comfort and support.
They also had the chance to meet Alfie and his owner, who are dedicated volunteers from the charity, and hear first hand about the amazing work they do.
TheKingEdmundSchool - 15 Oct 2025
Looking to strengthen your careers provision and meet Gatsby Benchmarks with ease?
Sign up to our Army Careers Newsletter for:
• Free, ready-to-use resources aligned with Gatsby Benchmarks
• Updates on apprenticeships, bursaries, and internships
• Invitations to student insight days and employer events
• CPD opportunities to support your professional development
👉 Sign up here – https://forms.office.com/pages/responsepage.aspx?id=g63aHu-yPUiB8SxIaC9A7IbPZHXKcBRMqsxFgVk1sYRUMkpHQVVJVjNGUDU0TEtPMlFGQk1KTEwzMy4u&route=shorturl
TheKingEdmundSchool - 15 Oct 2025
Our Careers team had a great time at our recent Open Evening, creating a fun and engaging space for young students to start thinking about their futures.
To inspire career conversations, we shared a range of interactive activities designed to spark curiosity — from “What’s Your Strength?” cards and Lego career builders to conversation cards and a goal-setting magnetic board. Parents also joined in by adding their job roles to our community whiteboard, celebrating the many careers that make up our school family.
At KES, we believe it’s never too early to explore interests, strengths, and the world of work — every journey begins with one small step.
TheKingEdmundSchool - 14 Oct 2025
On Thursday, a group of our Year 12 students attended an inspiring talk led by a PhD student from Queen Mary University of London.
The session focused on the range of pathways available after Year 13, offering valuable insights into university life and the application process.
A huge thank you to Queen Mary University for providing such an informative and engaging experience for our students!
TheKingEdmundSchool - 12 Oct 2025
Congratulations to our Year 7 Girls Football Team!
An incredible performance this week, as they secured a 5–0 win against Greensward in their very first game!
A special shout-out to Khloe, who scored all 5 goals, what a fantastic debut!
The whole team showed amazing resilience, teamwork, and determination, making us all extremely proud.
Well done, girls — what a brilliant start to the season! Girls football continues on a Tuesday night and we would love to continue to see as many girls their as possible.
TheKingEdmundSchool - 12 Oct 2025
Music Lessons – Enrol Now!
Learn to play your favourite instrument!
Lessons available for:
Flute • Clarinet • Trumpet • Keyboard • Piano • Electric Guitar • Acoustic Guitar • Bass Guitar • Ukulele • Drum Kit • DJing • Singing
Lesson lengths: 15, 20, or 30 minutes
Available as individual or small group sessions
Financial assistance is available for low-income households.
📅 Applications open Monday via school comms for lessons starting January.
TheKingEdmundSchool - 12 Oct 2025
Year 11 come and join this weeks KES Elevate sessions.
Each Elevate session focuses on a specific topic to give you targeted support. These sessions are a great way to stay on top of your work, ask questions, and build your confidence.
Voucher rewards are up for grabs!
Check out this week’s timetable and make the most of every session — every bit of effort counts towards your success.
TheKingEdmundSchool - 12 Oct 2025
From Warhammer battles to sports, debate, science experiments, and band — our clubs have it all!
Come join the fun, try something new, and make the most of your week.
Don’t miss out — some clubs have limited spots, so sign up soon!
* Pre-register & small contribution towards ingredients
** Pre-register
*** Regular attendance required
TheKingEdmundSchool - 10 Oct 2025
We were very proud of our amazing Sixth Form students who hosted a brilliant MacMillan Coffee Morning this week.
From our superstar baristas serving up delicious drinks to the wonderful cake sellers who brought smiles and energy, you all make this event unforgettable.
Thank you for everyone’s support!
