Kent College Canterbury
Canterbury, Kent
We believe every student deserves to be known as an individual. For over 140 years, we have combined a proud heritage with a progressive outlook, creating a warm, ambitious and globally minded community where every student is encouraged to thrive.
Our Methodist heritage welcomes students of all faiths and none, with our guiding principle, ‘do all the good you can’, inspiring our community. Our values of respect, acting justly, ambition, humility, openness, kindness, resilience and curiosity underpin every aspect of school life and help shape confident, compassionate young people who are ready to make a positive contribution to the world.
As a proudly non-selective school, we believe success should be measured by the progress every student makes. Our students consistently achieve outstanding GCSE, A Level and International Baccalaureate results, with an average IB score of around 37 points, regularly placing KC among the UK's leading IB schools.
| Secondary Gender | Co-ed |
| Sixth Form Gender | Co-ed |
| Boarding/Day | Boarding and Day |
| Age Range | 11 – 18 |
| Entrance Exam | No |
Choosing the right school is one of the most important decisions a family will make. It is about far more than academic success; it is about finding a place where children will be known, happy, encouraged and inspired to become the very best version of themselves. We are delighted that you are considering Kent College Canterbury.
For more than 140 years, Kent College has been a place where students flourish. Today, we are a vibrant, forward-thinking school where academic excellence sits alongside exceptional pastoral care, a global outlook and a community in which every student is valued as an individual.
Our philosophy is simple: Globally minded. Individually known. Every student has their own strengths, interests and ambitions, and our role is to help them discover and fulfil their potential. From the classroom to the stage, to the sports fields and beyond, students are encouraged to embrace opportunities, develop confidence and achieve more than they ever thought possible.
With students from across the UK and more than 40 countries, Kent College is a welcoming and inclusive community where lifelong friendships are formed and different cultures are celebrated. Our Methodist heritage welcomes students of all faiths and none, with our guiding principle, ‘do all the good you can’ inspiring our community to lead with kindness, integrity and purpose. Combined with outstanding pastoral care, we ensure every student leaves us not only with excellent qualifications, but with the character, resilience and ambition to thrive in an ever-changing world.
Mark Turnbull
Head
Exam Performance
In 2026, Kent College Canterbury is celebrating exceptional International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB) results, with students achieving an outstanding average score of 38.2 points; placing KC among the UK's leading IB schools for the ninth consecutive year.
This year's cohort achieved an impressive average IB score of 38.2 points, exceeding the UK average of 35 points and the global average of 30.6 points. With a maximum possible score of 45 points, these results reflect the exceptional academic achievements of Kent College students and KC's commitment to delivering a truly world-class education.
An impressive 40% of Kent College students achieved 40 points or more – equivalent to achieving at least four A* grades at A Level.
GCSE
A*/A (9-7) Results
A-Level
A*/A Results
IB
Average Diploma Score (out of 45)
Annual Fees
All fees shown are annual and are inclusive of VAT.
Boarding at Kent College Canterbury
At Kent College, boarding is so much more than a place to stay; it is a place to belong.
For generations, we have welcomed students from across the world alongside British families living in the UK and overseas, creating a warm, inclusive community where every student is known, valued and supported.
Around a third of our Senior School students are boarders, with more than 40 nationalities represented across our boarding houses. This rich diversity shapes everyday life, encouraging students to embrace different cultures, broaden their perspectives and develop the confidence to thrive in an increasingly connected world.
Our welcoming boarding houses quickly become a home away from home, where students build lifelong friendships, grow in confidence and develop the independence to flourish. They celebrate one another's successes, support each other through challenges and become part of a close-knit community that feels like a family.
At Kent College, our boarders leave with outstanding qualifications, lifelong friendships and the confidence to make a positive difference in the world.
Affiliated Schools
Latest events and open days
Senior School Open Morning
Scholarship Information Evening
Sixth Form Open Evening
Location
Whitstable Road
Whitstable Road Blean
Canterbury
CT2 9DT
Nearest Airports
- London Stansted54.1 miles (87.0km)
- London Gatwick54.7 miles (88.0km)
- London Heathrow66.5 miles (107.0km)
Brian Hays
Head of International Admissions
Kent College Canterbury
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