Kent College, Canterbury
Kent College, Canterbury is a co-ed boarding and day school in Canterbury, Kent, educating pupils aged 0 - 18 and founded in 1885. Boarding fees are £12,926 - £17,798 per term. Our advice on this school is independent and free.
- Type
- Co-ed boarding & day
- Boarders from
- 11 - 18
- Ethos
- Methodist
- Guardian required
- Yes
About Kent College, Canterbury
The story, ethos and character of Kent College, Canterbury.
- Setting
- City
- Ethos
- Methodist
- Head
- Mr Mark Turnbull
Kent College, Canterbury is an outstanding day and boarding school that celebrates both its 137 years of history and tradition, and its forward-looking, innovative approach to education. It has a reputation as a friendly school and is most definitely a where teachers really get to know the pupils, with the time and space to give individual attention, both academically and pastorally.
Music, drama and sport all play central roles in the life of the school, and many pupils also enjoy the opportunities provided by the school's working farm where students can attend the Farm Club and take horse riding lessons. Part of the Methodist Independent Schools Trust, Kent College is deeply rooted in the Methodist tradition that welcomes all pupils of every faith and none.
'Do all the good you can do' is a guiding principle, and one that allows pupils to develop into confident young adults, aware of their responsibilities and their in the world.
The majority of the pupils come from the local community, with almost a third being made up of boarders who come from over 40 different countries. The Junior School at Vernon Holme is a mile away. The Senior School sits in 80 acres of land with 26 acres of sports fields, grazing for the school farm and ancient woodland for walking and cross country running.
Part of the Methodist Schools group, Kent College is deeply rooted in the Methodist tradition that welcomes all pupils of every faith and none. It has a well-developed pastoral system and a reputation as a friendly and welcoming school. A good general education is provided and examination results are consistently good; Kent College has recently been recognised as a world school and is delighted to be able to offer the International Baccalaureate Diploma alongside it's A Level courses.
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Academics at Kent College, Canterbury
What pupils study at Kent College, Canterbury — and where it takes them.
This section provides information on: The curriculum, performing and creative arts, English as an additional , and special educational needs (SEN). About the curriculum Kent College prides itself on offering personalised academic programmes, small class sizes and exceptionally well-qualified and experienced teaching staff.
All students are provided with a laptop when they start at the school. Pupils achieve excellent academic results at GCSE, A level, and in the International Baccalaureate (IB). An average point score of 37 in the IB consistently places Kent College in the top 10 IB schools in the UK.
Programmes offered
Subjects offered
Where our leavers go
Our leavers have again been accepted in some of the best universities in the world. 52% of our students gained access to Russell group universities which represent 24 world-class universities in the UK which include University College London, Imperial College London, Exeter University, Durham University and Oxford and Cambridge.
Students have also been accepted at universities in Europe and the USA. The success of Kent College students means they will access courses across a wide range of subjects, including specialist Music, Drama and Art courses, Architecture, Law, Economics, Sports Science and Physiotherapy, Mathematics, Business, Theoretical Physics, Psychology, Politics, Finance, English Literature, Product Design, Media and Film, Pharmacy, Environmental Science, Veterinary Science, Chemistry and Biomedical Science.
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Boarding at Kent College, Canterbury
Day-to-day boarding life and pastoral care at Kent College, Canterbury.
- Boarding houses
- Girls 2, Boys 2, Mixed 1
- Exeat weekends
- Yes
- Guardian required
- Yes
- Saturday lessons
- No
College has a long history of welcoming boarding pupils from abroad, as well as from British families resident in the UK or working overseas. Boarders make up around one-third of pupils in the Senior School, and there are over 40 countries represented in the boarding community.
The five friendly and comfortable Senior boarding houses truly become a 'home away from home'. Boarders can participate in evening and weekend activities as well as joining up to 30 excursions over the school year on a Sunday from ice skating at the Natural History Museum in London to going to the theatre or paintballing.
A genuine home away from home
Guilford (Boys) For Boys aged 10 to 18. The wide age range is one of the features of this boys' house - another being the panoramic views across the Astroturf from the house common room! The mixture of older and younger boys, and the network that operates across the house, is important for the creation of a strong and successful house ethos.
Boys are encouraged to take on responsibilities, and are able to apply for prefect roles from Year 11 upwards (earlier than in other houses). Guilford boys have a well-equipped games room with darts, table tennis and a snooker table, and Saturday nights are common room movie nights - complete with surround sound.
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Kent College, Canterbury admissions
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What you'll typically need
- Recent school reports or transcript
- Passport copy
- English-language evidence (if applicable)
- Completed registration form
- A reference from the current school
We will be pleased to receive applications for students interested in studying with us for two terms or longer. Special notes to agents about entry to the school Early registration is recommended. Registrations will be considered in the order they are received.
Offers of places are subject to availability and the admission requirements of the school at the time offers are made. Click here to apply Application procedure and entrance tests All applicants are expected to complete the school's entrance exam and to complete the online registration document www.
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Kent College, Canterbury fees & funding
What Kent College, Canterbury costs, what's included, and how we help with funding.
What termly boarding fees include
- Tuition
- Boarding accommodation
- All meals
- Pastoral & house care
- Most academic materials
Funding & scholarships
Registration deposits, EAL tuition, uniform and trips are usually charged separately. Many schools offer academic, sport, music and art scholarships plus means-tested bursaries — ask us and we'll send a full, current breakdown for Kent College, Canterbury.
Fees change year to year and by entry point. As your independent advisors we hold up-to-date figures and can compare Kent College, Canterbury against similar schools so you know exactly what to budget.
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Kent College, Canterbury location & travel
Where Kent College, Canterbury is, and how to get there.
Travel details Address Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 9DT, England Airport transfer Normally private taxi Travel time to London by train Less than 1 hour Telephone +44 (0)1227 763231 Website https://www. kentcollege. com/senior-index.
php Most convenient airports Airport Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1. London Gatwick 65 68 2. London Heathrow 86 96 Most convenient train stations Station Distance (miles) Drive time (minutes) 1. Canterbury West 1 6 2. Canterbury East 2 7 Local accommodation ABode Canterbury www.
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