King's College Taunton is a GCSE / A-Level school in Taunton, United Kingdom. It serves 470 students for students aged 13–18. Annual tuition ranges from $12,040 to $12,040 USD.
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Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery Under 2s | — | — |
| Nursery 1 | — | — |
| Nursery 2 | — | — |
| Reception (4-5 years) | £3,845 | £11,535 |
| Year 1-2 | £4,035 | £12,105 |
| Year 3-4 Day | £4,860 | £14,580 |
| Year 3-4 Full Boarding (UK) | £9,205 | £27,615 |
| Year 3-4 International Boarding | £10,820 | £32,460 |
| Year 5-6 Day | £6,290 | £18,870 |
| Year 5-6 Full Boarding (UK) | £9,730 | £29,190 |
| Year 5-6 International Boarding | £11,305 | £33,915 |
| Year 7-8 Day | £8,215 | £24,645 |
| Year 7-8 Full Boarding (UK) | £11,895 | £35,685 |
| Year 7-8 International Boarding | £13,605 | £40,815 |
| College Day | £10,475 | £31,425 |
| College Day Lite | £9,474 | £28,422 |
| College UK Boarding | £16,335 | £49,005 |
| College Weekly Boarding | £14,370 | £43,110 |
| College International (Year 9-13) | £17,595 | £52,785 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch (Prep School day pupils) | Per term | — |
| Lunch and IT (Prep and College) | Per term | — |
| Flexi boarding package | Per year | £9,240 |
| Occasional boarding per night | Per year | £60 |
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 (10 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
King's College Taunton is an independent co-educational boarding and day school in Somerset for ages 13-18. The school is known for strong academics with top GCSE and A-Level results, excellent sports programs including one of the UK's most successful cricket teams, and developing well-rounded individuals. Students benefit from a happy, purposeful community with extensive overseas educational trips and experiences.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 years old (Nursery) | Registration form completion; no formal assessment | — | On application |
| 4 years old (Reception) | Taster day; reference from current setting if applicable; no formal assessment | — | On application |
| 7 years old (Year 3) | Taster day; assessments to determine class sets; reference from current school | — | On application |
| 11+ (Year 7) | Scholarship exams (Academic, Music, Drama, Sport); registration form; taster day optional | October 9, 2025 and January 30, 2026 | Before scholarship assessment dates |
| 13+ (Year 9) | School entrance tests in English, Mathematics, verbal reasoning, and general paper; interview; reference from current school | November 2025 - March 2026 | Before assessment dates |
| 16+ (Sixth Form/Year 12) | Subject papers, verbal reasoning, general paper; Head interview; taster day optional; reference from current school; GCSE grades required (minimum grade 6 in five subjects) | October 14-16, 2025 and March 24-25, 2026 | Before assessment dates |
How to apply
- Schedule a visit to the school
- Complete online Registration Form and pay non-refundable registration fee (£240 for College, £200 for Prep Nursery)
- Attend taster day (for most entry points) and complete any required assessments
- Receive reference request from current school (from Year 4 onwards)
- Attend interview (for 13+ and 16+ entries)
- Receive offer of place from school
- Pay Acceptance Deposit to secure place
- Complete all required induction forms and documents
- Arrange uniform, transport, and fee payment before start date
What you'll need to submit
- Online Registration Form
- Non-refundable Registration Fee (£240 College, £200 Prep Nursery)
- Reference from current school (where applicable)
- School reports and academic records
- Assessment results (school entrance tests for 13+ and 16+)
- Acceptance Deposit (£550 UK pupils College, £1,100 College, £240 Prep Nursery, or international amounts)
- Medical and Starting School Information forms prior to attendance
Open events
- King's College Prep Open Day — 5 June 2026
- King's College Open Day — 16 May 2026
- Nursery visits available by booking
- Individual school visits can be arranged outside of open days
Scholarships: Scholarships available at 11+, 13+ and 16+ entry points in multiple categories; all-rounder scholarships available; applications for scholarships and bursaries can be made concurrently
Admissions contact: King's College Prep: 01823 285928, [email protected]; King's College: 01823 328204, [email protected]
Entry possible throughout the academic year for Prep School; most Prep pupils progress to College at Year 9; personal visits strongly encouraged; flexible boarding arrangements available for Forces families; EAL support available for non-native English speakers with additional fee
Why Families Choose
- Cricket excellence (one of UK's most successful 1st XI teams)
- Strong GCSE and A-Level results
- Well-rounded education across academics, sports, and arts
- Happy, purposeful community
- Extensive international educational trips
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £9,480.
Boarding Life
Boarding fee includes all meals, stationery, laundry (but not dry cleaning) and most textbooks
Day Boarding and Full Boarding for students aged 14-18
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Arkwright Scholarship winnersLord Lieutenant's Cadet appointmentsTop GCSE results in SomersetU14 girls' hockey county championsRugby sevens semi-finalistsCross Country selections for English Schools National Championships