Worcester school ranked in top four per cent of sporting schools
A WORCESTER school has been ranked in the top four per cent of sporting schools in the country.
King’s Worcester is the only school in the city to feature in the top 200, with only one other school in Worcestershire included on the list.
The ranking was awarded by School Sport Magazine, which evaluates schools based on their success across 20 different sports and more than 120 events.
The school's acting head, Dr Alison Oliver, said: "We are extremely happy to receive this recognition for our sports provision.
"It is a tremendous achievement that reflects the dedication of our staff and the remarkable sporting accomplishments of our pupils."
Foundation director of sport Jonny Mason added: "For a city-centre day school, the sporting ethos, provision and achievement offered at King’s Worcester are outstanding.
"We are committed to providing pupils of all abilities with access to a wide range of sports, with the possibility for many to compete at a high level; a phenomenal 147 King’s Worcester pupils are currently in county academies or England talent pathways across five sports."
