King's College School is an international school in London, United Kingdom. Founded in 1829. It serves 1,507 students for students aged 7–19.
Location & getting here
Prosperous south-west London suburb with tree-lined residential streets and village amenities. Well-connected to central London (~30 min) and Heathrow (~40 min); convenient for international families.
Nearest airports
Framed for international families — drive times are from the school, not the city centre.
| Airport | Distance | Drive from school | International note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Heathrow | 17 km | ~32 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| London City | 22 km | ~39 min | — |
| Gatwick | 30 km | ~49 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
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Key facts
About
King's College School, also known as Wimbledon, KCS, King's and KCS Wimbledon, is a public school in Wimbledon, southwest London, England. The school was established in 1829 by King George IV, as the junior department of King's College London and had part of the school's premises in Strand, prior to relocating to Wimbledon in 1897.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Student Demographics
School Background
Church of England