Open Events 2026/27

Open Evening 2026 – What to Expect

We are delighted to welcome prospective students and their families to our Open Evening on Thursday 8 October 2026.

This year’s event has been designed as a free-flow experience, allowing families to explore the school at their own pace whilst meeting staff, speaking with students and taking part in a wide range of departmental activities. The revised format has been introduced to help manage visitor numbers and improve the experience for all attendees.

Headteacher’s Presentation

Families will have the opportunity to attend a presentation from the Headteacher and senior leadership team, outlining:

  • Our vision and values
  • Academic curriculum
  • Pastoral support
  • Enrichment opportunities
  • Transition to secondary school
  • The school’s STRIVE values

As you enter the school you will be provided with a ticket for our Headteacher presentation; the first presentation will take place at 6:00pm, with an additional session planned later in the at 7:15pm. A bell will ring twice to highlight to ticket holders that they need to make their way to the presentation.

Explore the School

Following arrival, visitors will be able to move freely around the school and explore designated curriculum zones. Staff and student ambassadors will be available throughout the evening to answer questions and showcase learning experiences across departments. Visitors can expect:

  • Interactive curriculum activities
  • Subject demonstrations
  • Student-led discussions
  • Displays of students’ work
  • Opportunities to meet staff from all subject areas
  • Information about SEND provision, pastoral care and extracurricular opportunities.

Student Ambassadors

Our students will play a key role throughout the evening, helping families navigate the site, sharing their experiences and providing a genuine insight into life at King Edward VI King’s Norton School for Boys.

School Catering

The school canteen will be open throughout the evening and information about the catering service, including support for dietary and allergy requirements will be available.

Accessibility

Accessibility support will be available throughout the evening. Families requiring assistance or specific access arrangements are encouraged to contact the school in advance via enquiry@knsb.kevibham.org so that appropriate support can be arranged.

Arrival and Parking

Visitors should enter through the main school entrance and will be directed to the Sports Hall on arrival. The main car park will be available, although spaces are limited and families are encouraged to walk or use public transport where possible.

Open Mornings

Families who would like to see the school in action during a normal school day will also be able to book one of our Open Morning tours taking place during the following week. This format provides families with the opportunity to experience the school, meet staff and students, and gain a real insight into the opportunities available at KNSB.

Our scheduled open mornings are:

  • Tuesday 13 October 2026, 09:00 & 09:30
  • Wednesday 14 October 2026, 09:00 & 09:30
  • Thursday 15 October 2026, 09:00 & 09:30

Booking is essential spaces are limited therefore, we can only offer two spaces per family for Open Mornings bookings can be made via Eventbrite [https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/annual-open-morning-tours-tickets-2000166897032?aff=oddtdtcreator].