Kent College (Canterbury) is an international school in Canterbury, United Kingdom. Founded in 1885. It serves 570 students for students aged 11–19.
Location & getting here
Historic cathedral city in Southeast England with excellent rail links to London (60 min) and the coast; accessible for international families but retains traditional English market-town character.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| London City | 73 km | ~105 min | — |
| Stansted | 87 km | ~123 min | STN — European and budget carriers |
| Gatwick | 88 km | ~124 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Scholarships Available
Scholarships awarded for academic achievement, IB Diploma (Year 12 only), and Art, Design (Years 9 and 12 only), Drama, Music and Sport. Scholarships designed to attract talented pupils from all backgrounds.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Reception (Junior Day) | £5,230 | £15,690 |
| Year 1 (Junior Day) | £5,675 | £17,025 |
| Year 2 (Junior Day) | £5,705 | £17,115 |
| Year 3 (Junior Day) | £7,151 | £21,453 |
| Year 4 (Junior Day) | £7,781 | £23,343 |
| Year 5 (Junior Day) | £8,159 | £24,477 |
| Year 6 (Junior Day) | £8,249 | £24,747 |
| Year 7 (Senior Day) | £8,609 | £25,827 |
| Year 8 (Senior Day) | £8,951 | £26,853 |
| Year 9 (Senior Day) | £9,419 | £28,257 |
| Year 10 (Senior Day) | £9,527 | £28,581 |
| Year 11-13 (Senior Day) | £9,899 | £29,697 |
| Year 7-8 (Senior Weekly Boarding) | £11,207 | £33,621 |
| Year 9-13 (Senior Weekly Boarding) | £16,475 | £49,425 |
| Year 7-8 (Senior Full Boarding) | £13,445 | £40,335 |
| Year 9-13 (Senior Full Boarding) | £18,515 | £55,545 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch (Senior School) | Per year | £1,095 |
| Learning Support Centre (KS3 Years 7-9) | Per year | £6,000 |
Budget beyond the sticker price. Assume the real annual spend is 5–15% higher than the headline fee. Hidden costs typically include: registration fee, acceptance deposit (usually one term's fees, refundable at the end of schooling), uniform + sports kit, trips and expeditions, individual music tuition, exam entry fees, travel to/from home.
Ask the Bursar for a sample "all-in" first-year invoice before committing.
Merit-based scholarships (9 types)
ℹ️ This school has not published the exact % fee remission for each award. Ask the admissions team directly — typical independent school scholarships range from 5% to 50% of fees.
About
Kent College, Canterbury is an English co-educational private school for boarding and day pupils between the ages of 3 months and 18 years. It was founded in 1885, and is a member of the Headmasters' and Headmistresses' Conference. Originally established as a boys' public school, it admitted girls into the sixth form in 1973 and since 1975 it has been fully co-educational.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11+ (Year 7) | Placement assessments in Maths, English, Non-verbal reasoning, Oxford Online English; school reports required; individual interviews conducted | January | 30 November (preceding September entry) |
| 13+ (Year 9) | Maths and English assessments; school reports; individual interviews | February | 31 January |
| 16+ (Year 12/IB or A Level) | GCSE mock results and school reports for A Level entry; IB candidates submit written work and interview | March | 1 March for IB; 31 January for A Level |
How to apply
- Complete online registration form and pay non-refundable registration fee (£150)
- Submit school reports from current school
- Attend placement assessments (Maths, English, Reasoning, online English assessment)
- Attend individual interview with admissions staff and/or departmental heads
- Receive offer letter once assessments completed and references received
- Accept place and pay deposit (£750 day pupils; £4,000 UK/EU boarding; £15,500 non-EU boarding)
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- Proof of identity and address
- School reports from current school
- Assessment papers completed (provided by school)
- For IB candidates: two pieces of written work (300 words and 1,000 words on research)
Open events
- Senior School Open Morning — September (Saturday 28 September 2024 announced for 2025 entry)
- Scholarships at KC Evening — October (Wednesday 16 October 2024 announced)
- Sixth Form Open Evening — November (Tuesday 12 November 2024 announced)
- Individual family tours available daily; contact admissions for appointment
Scholarships: Separate scholarship application process with additional assessments in Art, Drama, Design, Music, Sport, and for IB in March; most awards 10–25% of fees; maximum individual 30%; combined maximum 50%.
Admissions contact: [email protected]; +44 (0)1227 813906; Head of Junior School admissions: [email protected] +44 (0)1227 762436
Registration fee £150 non-refundable; deposits held and returned at end of pupil's school career minus outstanding charges; learning support needs should be flagged at registration stage; school offers tailored assessment for international students.
Why Families Choose
- Sport
Boarding Life
Student Life
Student Demographics
School Background
Methodist