CATS Canterbury
Stafford House, 68 New Dover Road, Canterbury, CT1 3LQ
Age range
Ages 13 to 22
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
310
Headteacher
Dr Ian Gross
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Satisfactory
Local authority
Kent
Fees
See fee information: https://worthgateschool.com/academic-fees/
Sixth form
Yes
Boarding
Yes
About CATS Canterbury
CATS Canterbury is an independent secondary school in Canterbury, Kent, serving pupils aged 13 to 22. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a sixth form. The school offers boarding.
Learning and school life
The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.
SEND and information for families
This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.
School admissions
Admissions assessment
School's own assessment/admissions process
School results & attendance
KS2 results
N/A
A-Level results
Average grade · 2024/25
Attendance
N/A
Free school meals
N/A
SEND
SEND setting
Mainstream school
SEND provision
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Specialisms
Please check with the school
The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.
Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
No
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Fees
See fee information: https://worthgateschool.com/academic-fees/
Fees vary by year group. Confirm current fees, sibling discounts and any extras directly with the school.
CATS Canterbury term dates
Autumn 1 · 2026
1 Sep-23 Oct
Autumn 2 · 2026
2 Nov-18 Dec
Spring 1 · 2027
4 Jan-12 Feb
Spring 2 · 2027
22 Feb-25 Mar
Summer 1 · 2027
12 Apr-28 May
Summer 2 · 2027
7 Jun-21 Jul
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Coming soonFrequently asked
What type of school is CATS Canterbury?
CATS Canterbury is an independent secondary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does CATS Canterbury cover?
CATS Canterbury serves pupils aged 13 to 22.
What SEND support does CATS Canterbury offer?
CATS Canterbury is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
What is CATS Canterbury's Ofsted rating?
Ofsted rated CATS Canterbury Satisfactory after its inspection on 14 May 2008.
Where is CATS Canterbury?
CATS Canterbury is at Stafford House, 68 New Dover Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3LQ.
About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.
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