Edgbaston High School, Private secondary school in Edgbaston, Birmingham, England.
Edgbaston High School is a private secondary school in Birmingham with multiple buildings housing modern classrooms, science laboratories, sports facilities, and performance spaces for approximately 940 students. The school serves pupils from age 2½ to 18 years old across its campus.
The school was founded in 1876 and evolved from an earlier Quaker school for girls that Elizabeth Brady had established. Alice Cooper became the school's first headmistress in its modern form.
The school is divided into five houses named after saints: Patrick, David, George, Andrew, and Francis. This structure shapes daily school life and creates a sense of community through competitions and activities among the different groups.
The school is located on Westbourne Road with convenient access to public transportation and minibus services. Visitors interested in viewing the campus should contact the school in advance to arrange a suitable time.
The school has produced several notable alumni, including Nobel Peace Prize winner Malala Yousafzai and Sally Davies, England's first female Chief Medical Officer. These achievements highlight the impact the institution has had on its students.
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