King Edward VI College, Nuneaton

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name = King Edward VI College


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enrollment = 1,050 (approx.)
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King Edward VI College is a sixth form college located in Nuneaton, England, in the Warwickshire area. Currently, it teaches subjects in preparation for AS and A-level Examinations, for students generally aged sixteen to eighteen [http://www.kinged6nun.ac.uk/?_id=47 King Edward VI College - About Us] ] .

History

King Edward VI Grammar School came into being on May 11 1552 as a grammar school, following the grant of a royal charter by King Edward VIVeasey, Ted, (2002) "Nuneaton: A History". Phillimore & Co Publishing ISBN 978-1-86077-215-3] . The school was originally a fee paying school, although the county council provided some scholarships, and became non-fee paying as a result of the education act of 1944. In 1974 the Grammar school closed and was re-established as King Edward VI College.

The site

The oldest surviving school building located in the grounds of the St. Nicholas Church dates from 1595, was rebuilt in 1696 and was used as a school until 1880. In 1880 the Grammar school was relocated to the current site on King Edward Road, the other side of the church yard. The new building was built in a Tudor style by architect Clapton Rolfe. The college was frequently extended during the 20th century to accommodate growing numbers of students. The Arnold Building, a new building opposite the main college site, was completed in 1994. In 2006 another small building was constructed next to the Arnold Building to hold the history department.

The New College

Future college expansion to deal with an increasing student population is difficult as the original building is listed and the surrounding area is extremely close to Nuneaton's town centre. A plan for a 'new college' which amalgamates King Edward VI College and North Warwickshire and Hinckley College under a joint campus was announced in late 2007. The initial plan was for a new campus located in the town centre replacing several existing developments. A public consultation on the plans held in early 2008 found 47% of those taking part against them and 46% in favour. Ultimately the plan was rejected by Warwickshire County Council in May 2008 [http://www.nuneatonobserver.co.uk/news45360.html Co-Location Plans Rejected] ] [http://www.coventrytelegraph.net/news/north-warwickshire-news/2008/05/23/nuneaton-college-town-centre-move-plans-axed-92746-20964581/ New College Plans Axed] ] . The colleges are now considering expanding on the Hinckley Road site of the North Warwickshire and Hinckley College.

Extracurricular activities

The Student Voice

A codified constitution was created in 2007 which made provisions for student representation in college affairs. It identified two institutions responsible for representing the students of the college; the 'College Council' which consists of representatives from each tutor group in the college and the 'Student Executive Committee' [http://www.kinged6nun.ac.uk/Resources/Public%20Documents/prospectus%20update%202008%20entry~Cover+8pp%20Txt.pdf College Prospectus 2008] ] , which consists of six elected positions:

*Male Chair - Chairs and oversees council meetings
*Female Chair - Chairs and oversees council meetings
*Treasurer - Manages the council's budget
*Secretary - Responsible for the minutes of each meeting
*Entertainments Officer - Arranges college parties, charity events etc
*Press Officer - Deals with the promotional activities involved in organising all events undertaken by the committee

Collectively the College Council and Student Executive Committee are responsible for: organising charity fund-raising events, College Parties and the end of year Valedictory Ball. They are also involved in planning the annual 'Celebrating Student Achievement Evening', they meet with the Board of Governors and may make proposals regarding various student/college related issues to the Principal of the College.

College parties

One of the main responsibilities of the Student Council is the planning and budgeting of the College Parties, there are four parties each year and they are usually based around a specific theme (although dressing up to match the theme is optional). The parties take place off the college site, usually at the Nuneaton Co-operative club with decorations, music, ticket sales etc arranged by the college council. The majority of the money raised by college parties is donated to a pre-selected charity. In addition to the four seasonal college parties, there is a Valedictory Ball for departing second years which takes place at the end of the college year.

ports teams

The Nuneaton Old Edwardians Rugby Football Club (RFC) was initially founded in 1910 to provide rugby football for former pupils of the Grammar School, the club went open in 1955 allowing players from all backgrounds to join. The club is still active and as of 2007 is participating in the Midlands 3 West League. [http://www.noerfc.co.uk/club/about_us.php Nuneaton Old Edwardians - About Us] ]

Enrichment Activities

The college offers an enrichment programme which is designed to offer a wide-range of sporting and recreational opportunities to students. These timetabled activities take place once a week and are compulsory for first year students. Although enrichment is not compulsory for students after their first year, they are free to continue with it if they choose. Activities include various sporting activities, participation in college media (e.g. the college newspaper, radio station and film-making club) and a variety of clubs/societies.

Links to other schools & colleges

North Warwickshire and Hinckley College

The college maintains close links with a number of local educational establishments, most notably North Warwickshire and Hinckley College (originally known as 'Nuneaton Technical College and School of Art', the only other college located in the Nuneaton area). The links between the colleges allowed for students to undertake courses which required them to commute between both colleges, however changes to further education in the early 1990s and the merger between 'Nuneaton Technical College and School of Art' and 'Hinckley College' to become 'North Warwickshire and Hinckley College' in 1996 meant that this was no longer possible and ties between the colleges were severed. The introduction of Curriculum 2000, offering more flexible AS and A2 level options, and the recent need for further college expansion has led to renewed links between the colleges and the development of the 'new college' proposal [http://www.kinged6nun.ac.uk/?_id=257 King Edward VI College - Shared Curriculum] ] .

Higham Lane School

Higham Lane School is a Business and Enterprise Secondary School located within Nuneaton. Since the school gained 'Business and Enterprise' status in 2003, a number of higher level students have been offered the opportunity to undertake additional courses at the college.

t. Thomas More Catholic School and Technology College

The school gained Technology College status in 2003 and also had its Roman Catholic name removed in 2004, to be replaced with just St. Thomas More Catholic School and Technology College. Students can learn Design and Technology at AS level up at the school which is a brisk 30 minute walk from King Edward VI College. The school has had many new IT rooms built, and many classrooms fitted with computers.

Notable alumni

* Ken Loach, television and film director
*Geoffrey de Havilland, aviation pioneer
*Simon Rouse, Conservative Party candidate for Nuneaton at the next General Election
*Jayne Innes, Labour Party candidate for Nuneaton at the Next General Election

References

External links

* [http://www.kinged6nun.ac.uk/ College Website]
* [http://www.kinged6nun.ac.uk/Resources/Public%20Documents/prospectus%20update%202008%20entry~Cover+8pp%20Txt.pdf College Prospectus 2008]
* [http://www.ofsted.gov.uk/reports/index.cfm?fuseaction=summary&id=130840 College OFSTED Reports]