Sevenoaks School is a IB Diploma Programme / IB school in Sevenoaks, United Kingdom. Founded in 1918. It serves 1,244 students for students aged 11–18. Annual tuition ranges from $45,624 to $81,606 USD.
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Location & getting here
Prosperous South East town with accessible amenities and nearby countryside; typical of Kent's market towns and appealing to international families researching independent schools.
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 | 27 km | ~45 min | — |
| Gatwick | 30 km | ~49 min | LGW — good for SE Asia, Middle East via BA/EK/QR |
| Heathrow | 50 km | ~75 min | LHR — gateway for Bangkok, Singapore, Hong Kong, Dubai |
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Key Details
Scholarships Available
Scholarships are offered in Academic, Art, Drama, Music, and Sport categories. Details available from the admissions team.
ISI Inspection Report
All relevant Independent School Standards are met. The school excels in its integrated curriculum with emphasis on global education, achieves consistently high academic outcomes particularly in the IB, and operates a highly successful service and partnership programme. Leaders have established comprehensive safeguarding systems and provide effective pastoral and academic support, particularly through well-maintained boarding facilities.
Key facts
Fees & the true cost of attendance
Published fees · inclusive of VAT
| Phase | Per term | Per year |
|---|---|---|
| Day student: Lower and Middle School | £11,975 | £35,925 |
| Day student: Sixth Form | £12,186 | £36,558 |
| Day student entering at Sixth Form | £13,838 | £41,514 |
| Boarding student: Middle School | £19,590 | £58,770 |
| Boarding student: Sixth Form | £19,750 | £59,250 |
| Boarding student entering at Sixth Form | £21,419 | £64,257 |
Compulsory extras (on top of tuition)
| Item | Frequency | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| Visa administration fee | Per year | £600 |
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 (5 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
Sevenoaks School is a private, coeducational school in Kent, United Kingdom, authorized as an IB World School since 1978. The school offers the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme with mixed boarding and day facilities, providing instruction in English across a range of academic subjects.
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) | ISEB online pre-test (autumn); Assessment Day (January) with Maths and English written exams plus 40-minute group discussion activity | January | 15 September (year before entry) |
| 13+ (Year 9 Early Decision) | ISEB pre-test (September–November); Assessment Day (January) with Maths and English exams, 40-minute group discussion, and teamwork activities for boarding applicants | January | 15 September (three years ahead of entry) |
| 16+ (Sixth Form) | Details not provided in crawled pages | — | — |
How to apply
- Attend Open Morning or Group Visit and arrange individual meeting with Admissions team (virtual events available)
- Submit online application form and pay registration fee (£240 day / £420 boarding)
- Complete confirmation forms (July–September prior to entry) with co-curricular interests and any medical/learning support information
- Take ISEB online pre-test or equivalent grammar school test (autumn before entry)
- Attend Assessment Day at Sevenoaks (early January) with written exams and group discussion
- Receive results by email (mid-February); accept place with deposit payment (£2,000 day / £5,000 boarding) and Acceptance Form
What you'll need to submit
- Online application form
- Registration fee payment (£240 for day, £420 for boarding)
- Confirmation forms detailing co-curricular passions and any medical/special educational needs
- School reference from current school (requested by Sevenoaks after confirmation submitted)
- Co-curricular information form (completed by parents)
Open events
- Open Mornings throughout the year (e.g. 13 June 2026)
- Group Visits throughout the year
- Individual meetings with Admissions team
- Virtual events (for candidates unable to visit in person)
- Post-Offer Morning (after offers made)
Scholarships: Music Scholarships at 11+ and 13+ assessed in January Year 6 and spring/summer Year 8 respectively; Academic Scholarships based on entrance exam performance and group discussion; Scholarships also available in sports, drama and art at 13+ and Sixth Form
Admissions contact: [email protected]; 01732 455133
Detailed admissions information provided for 11+ (day only) and 13+ Early Decision (day and boarding); Sixth Form entry confirmed but process details absent from crawled pages; clear fee structure and timeline for both entry points
Why Families Choose
- Pioneering IB education in UK
- Academic excellence
- Strong pastoral care
- Co-curricular breadth
- Innovative educational approaches
- Global dimension with international students
- State-of-the-art facilities
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| Day Sixth Form (annual) | GBP 36,558~$ 46,276 |
| Boarding Sixth Form (annual) | GBP 59,250~$ 75,000 |
| Day Sixth Form Entry (annual) | GBP 41,514~$ 52,549 |
| Boarding Middle School (annual) | GBP 58,770~$ 74,392 |
| Boarding Sixth Form Entry (annual) | GBP 64,257~$ 81,338 |
| Day Lower and Middle School (annual) | GBP 35,925~$ 45,475 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: £11,975 - 21,419 per term.
Admissions Process
- 1Entry points at 11+, 13+, and 16+. 2. Contact the admissions team or attend an open event. 3. Assessment and interview are part of the admissions process. 4. International applicants are welcome and supported. 5. Scholarships available in Academic, Art, Drama, Music, and Sport.
Boarding Life
Accommodation ranging from a charming Queen Anne house to modern, purpose-built facilities. Facilities include a state-of-the-art science and technology centre, Sixth Form Global Study Centre, award-winning performing arts centre, and sports centre providing outstanding facilities.
Seven boarding houses catering for ages 13–18, with accommodation ranging from a charming Queen Anne house to modern, purpose-built facilities. Two single-sex Sixth Form houses (16–18) particularly welcome international students joining the school for the Sixth Form.
Student Life
Seven boarding houses with two single-sex Sixth Form houses (16–18)
Catering is provided by Sodexo. Lunch is included in the fees on every school day including Saturdays.
Facilities & Programmes
Wellbeing & Safety
A PSHE programme supports personal, social, health, and economic education. Tutors provide individual pastoral guidance within the house system.
Student Demographics
School Background
private
Sunday Times Independent Secondary School of the Year (2018)Top of GCSE performance tablesTop performing independent school for IB resultsTop UK fully co-educational IB school (2017)Highest performing fully co-educational school in Sunday Times Parent Power list for IB (2015)ISI 'Exceptional' accolade for students' achievement (2013)Ofsted 'Outstanding' for Boarding inspection (2009)