The Worthgate School is a GCSE / Pre-programme / A-Level / University Foundation Programme / International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme / High School Term / Academic Summer Programmes school in Canterbury, United Kingdom. Founded in 1997. It serves 310 students for students aged 13–22. Annual tuition ranges from $38,735 to $63,500 USD.
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Scholarships Available
Scholarships and bursaries are available for qualifying students. Families should contact the admissions team for details.
ISI Inspection Report
Progress Monitoring Inspection from June 2023. The school meets all requirements of the Education (Independent School Standards) Regulations 2014 and the National Minimum Standards for Boarding Schools 2022. The action plan from the previous January 2023 inspection has been implemented fully and successfully, with no further action required.
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The Worthgate School is an award-winning college and campus preparing students aged 13-18 for university success. Located in Canterbury, the UK's safest university city, it specializes in supporting international students with comprehensive English language development and university preparation programmes alongside modern full boarding accommodation.
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Why Families Choose
- International student focus with dedicated EAL support
- Modern full boarding facilities with single room options
- Comprehensive university preparation including personal statement workshops and interview practice
- Location in the safest UK university city
- 50 minutes to London by direct train
Fees & Financials
| Grade / Year | Annual Fee |
|---|---|
| GCSE EU | GBP 28,875~$ 36,551 |
| GCSE UK | GBP 19,815~$ 25,082 |
| A Level EU | GBP 28,875~$ 36,551 |
| A Level UK | GBP 19,815~$ 25,082 |
| IB Diploma EU | GBP 28,875~$ 36,551 |
| IB Diploma UK | GBP 19,815~$ 25,082 |
| GCSE International | GBP 35,115~$ 44,449 |
| A Level International | GBP 35,115~$ 44,449 |
| IB Diploma International | GBP 35,115~$ 44,449 |
| Boarding (Full Year) | $17,145 |
Conversions to USD use exchange rates as of April 2026.
Original currency: £17-30k (Programme Fees), £13.5-20k (Accommodation Fees).
Admissions Process
- 1Applicants must have a good academic record from their previous school. Entry requirements include a minimum number of years of schooling: 8 years for GCSE, 10 years for A Levels. 2. English language proficiency is assessed via IELTS or equivalent: 3.5+ for GCSE, 4.5+ for A Levels, 5.5+ for the IB Diploma. 3. The school offers both September and January start dates. 4. International students can apply for a UK student visa as the school is approved by UK Visas and Immigration. 5. Pre-GCSE and Pre-A Level courses are available for students who need additional preparation.
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Award-winning college and campusRated excellent in all areas by inspectors