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The King’s School, Canterbury

25 The Precincts, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2ES

The King’s School, Canterbury

Type

Independent

Religious Character

Church of England

Total Number of Students

888

Percentage of Boarders Stay Over the Weekends

80%

Gender

Co-Educational

Age Range (Day + Boarders)

13-18

Total Number of Boarders

654

Percentage of International Students

30%

Reputedly world's oldest co-ed boarding school

The oldest school in the world — The King’s School Canterbury was founded in 597AD and is situated in the precincts of Canterbury Cathedral, a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Pupils learn in a unique environment where historic architecture meets modern facilities, inspiring a deep connection to tradition and a profound sense of place. Exceptional co-curricular offering — The King's School Canterbury offers a rich co-curricular program that nurtures students' talents beyond academics. With over 80 activities ranging from sports, music, and drama to art, coding, and outdoor pursuits, students thrive in a vibrant environment that fosters creativity, leadership, and teamwork, preparing them for life beyond school. Academic excellence — The King's School Canterbury is renowned for academic excellence, offering a rigorous curriculum that consistently achieves top-tier exam results. With passionate, expert teachers and small class sizes, students receive personalized attention and support, ensuring they reach their full potential. The school’s strong academic reputation opens doors to leading universities worldwide.

Message from School

“We look forward to speaking to many wonderful families from Hong Kong and explaining what it is that makes King’s so special – a school beyond compare.”

Academic Results

GCSE (2024)
932%
9-853%
9-772%
9-688%
9-497.5%
A-Level (2024)
A*23%
A*-A56%
A*-B78%
A*-C94%
A*-E Pass100%

Students go on to

Oxbridge

6%

Oxbridge & Russell Group University

71%

Programmes & Tuition Fees

Programmes Offered

2 Year GCSE/A-Level/EPQ/BTEC

Tuition Fees

Boarding Fees (2024/25)
Year 9-13£52,344
Day School Fees (2024/25)
Year 9£32,742
Year 10-11£34,524
Year 12-13£36,360

Location

School Address

25 The Precincts Canterbury Kent CT1 2ES

Nearest Airport

Heathrow / Gatwick

Drive to London

1 Hour 20 Minutes

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