Kent College is an outstanding co-educational day and boarding school that celebrates both its 140-year history and tradition, and its forward-looking and innovative approach to education. Each pupil at KC takes a unique journey in our friendly and caring community where their individual talents and interests are identified and nurtured. Â
Located in the historic city of Canterbury just an hour to London by high speed train
The school is situated in the famous city of Canterbury which provides students with a safe and beautiful environment to grow up in. The 80-acre campus has extensive sports fields and woodland as well as a working farm and horse riding on site.
Academically ambitious
Our education is focused upon the needs of each individual, developing enquiring and knowledgeable young people who understand how to lead happy and fulfilling lives as compassionate members of a global community. Students are encouraged to actively enquire with all learning opportunities and our results are testament to inquiry-based learning.
The school consistently ranks in the top 10 UK small cohort International Baccalaureate schools with an average score of 37. A notable 70% of students achieve A* – B at A Level and 98% go on to their first university of choice including top UK, European and international universities.
Boarding – “Its my second family!”
Our 200 full time boarding students live in our five boarding houses on the campus supported by our experienced House Parent team who provide a nurturing and homely environment for pupils from over 40 different countries.
After supper and homework is completed, there are evening activities for boarders from football and basketball to pizza making and craft clubs while Saturday morning can see pupils joining in activities as varied as Farm Club, horse riding, archery, board games and sports fixtures.
Something for everyone
With some 80 different co-curricular activities on offer students can support their ambitions and build their skills whatever their interests. Clubs run across the performing arts, hobbies and enrichment, community and wellbeing, leadership and academic and sport. So, whether it is the Astronomy Club or Zumba dancing there really is something for everyone. Please can the prospectus link go to: https://kentcollege.com/boarding
