Kingswood School is an international school in Bath, United Kingdom. Founded in 1920. It serves 894 students for students aged 11–19. Annual tuition ranges from $39,384 to $48,805 USD.
Explore This School
Location & getting here
Prosperous historic university town with cultural amenities and good schools, ~2 hours from London by rail and accessible via Bristol airport 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Birmingham | 125 km | ~173 min | BHX — Midlands gateway |
| Heathrow | 133 km | ~183 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
| Luton | 148 km | ~202 min | LTN — European and budget carriers |
NanaSays Scorecard
Key Details
Scholarships Available
Academic Performance
ISI Inspection Report
Kingswood School meets all relevant Independent School Standards, with leaders effectively promoting pupil wellbeing and academic achievement across the school. Pupils achieve well, attaining consistently high levels at GCSE, A-level, and BTEC, with particular strengths in the co-curricular programme and boarding provision. The report recommends enhancing academic challenge in teaching and ensuring consistent behavior management in the lower school.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Nursery - The Garden (0-2 years, non-funded, daily) | — | — |
| Nursery - The Garden (Pre-School, full day non-funded) | — | — |
| Prep School - Reception to Year 2 | £5,212 | £15,636 |
| Prep School - Year 3 and 4 | £6,231 | £18,693 |
| Prep School - Year 5 and 6 | £6,328 | £18,984 |
| Senior School - Day Pupils | £8,025 | £24,075 |
| Senior School - Weekly Boarding Years 7-8 | £12,676 | £38,028 |
| Senior School - Weekly Boarding Years 9-13 | £15,702 | £47,106 |
| Senior School - Full Boarding Years 7-8 | £14,510 | £43,530 |
| Senior School - Full Boarding Years 9-13 | £17,380 | £52,140 |
| Senior School - International EAL Years 7-8 | £15,450 | £46,350 |
| Senior School - International EAL Years 9-13 | £18,388 | £55,164 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Lunch & Tea (Senior Day Pupils) | Per year | £1,194 |
| Boarding House Fund | Per year | £47.1 |
| Day House Fund | Per year | £25.5 |
| Chapel Fund | Per year | £18 |
| Sixth Form Subscription | Per year | £18.3 |
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 (7 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
Kingswood School is an independent co-educational day and boarding school located on 200 acres in Bath, England, serving students from age 7 to 18. The school emphasizes all-round personal development within a strong academic environment, with particular distinction in sport and an extensive co-curricular program of over 100 activities. With 98% university placement and consistent ranking among the top co-educational boarding schools nationally, Kingswood combines academic excellence with flexible boarding options and strong pastoral care.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
What Makes This School Different
Academic Results
Admissions
| Entry point | Assessment | Assessment date | Registration deadline |
|---|---|---|---|
| Reception, Year 1, Year 2 (Prep) | Classroom-based activities | — | — |
| Year 3+ (Prep) | Assessments in Mathematics and English | — | — |
| Year 7 (Senior) | English (1 hour), Mathematics (60 minutes, non-calculator), Non-Verbal Reasoning (30 minutes); Interview and taster day | Early January | — |
| Year 9 (Senior) | Assessment (details not specified in available content) | February | — |
| Year 12 (Sixth Form) | Assessment (details not specified in available content) | December | — |
How to apply
- Register for entry assessment
- Sit entrance assessment papers (English, Mathematics, Non-Verbal Reasoning for Year 7)
- Attend interview and taster day (UK-based candidates in early January)
- Receive offer of place
- Pay registration fee (£150) and acceptance deposit (£500 UK / £2,500 overseas)
What you'll need to submit
- Online registration form
- Completed entrance assessment papers
- Interview attendance
- Registration fee and deposit payment
Open events
- Open Days and Visits (dates advertised on website)
- Interview and Taster Days (early January for Year 7 external candidates)
Scholarships: Academic and Special Talent Awards (Art, Drama, Music, Sport, Design Technology) are available; separate assessment process in November for Special Talent Awards; Academic Scholarship candidates take same papers as entrance assessment.
Admissions contact: 01225 734210 or [email protected]
From September 2026, Prep School pupils progress automatically to Senior School without entrance examination. Overseas candidates may be interviewed virtually if unable to visit. Financial assistance available through monthly payment plan via School Fee Plan.
Why Families Choose
- Sport excellence - top school in South-West
- All-round personal development and holistic education
- Professional sporting partnerships (Bath Rugby, Team Bath)
- Flexibility for working parents with multiple boarding options
- Strong pastoral care with home-away-from-home environment
- Academic excellence - top 5% nationally for added-value
University Destinations
98% of Kingswood School graduates go on to higher education. Recent graduates have been accepted at universities including:
Fees & Financials
Original currency: Weekly boarding (termly): £9,030–£11,186; Full Boarding (termly): £10,337–£12,810; Day (termly): £5,744.
Facilities & Programmes
Student Demographics
School Background
Independent
Methodist
Ranked in top 5% nationally for added-valueRegularly placed in top 10 co-educational boarding/day schools nationallyISI Inspection rated excellent in all nine categories84% achieved A*-B grades for Russell Group university entry