KEVIHS successful in bid for £2.6 million, as part of the Selective Schools Expansion Fund

Amy Whittall, Headmistress at King Edward VI Handsworth School for Girls, said:

“Following our successful Selective Schools Expansion Fund bid, we are delighted to be working with Seddon to achieve the planned developments at the school site. The project will improve the facilities for all students on site; with the additional facilities, we are able to increase the number of children joining the school in Year 7 with a specific focus on increasing the number of children eligible for Pupil Premium funding who attend the school. This is a key goal for the school along with the King Edward VI Academy Trust in Birmingham and the new facilities are an integral part in helping us to achieve this.”

The £2.6m project will provide enhanced gym equipment and changing rooms, an entirely new kitchen and dining area, new teaching spaces and the refurbishment of two classrooms. The changes support the expansion of pupil numbers at the school, making this area of the school fit for purpose and improving the teaching and learning experience.

The New Gym and Dining Block are now open and the facilities are being enjoyed by our pupils and staff alike.