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Canterbury, Kent

Kent College International Studies Centre

Whitstable Road, Canterbury, CT2 9DT

Inspection

Inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)

Pupils

13

Ages

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

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At a glance

Age range

11 to 18

Gender

Mixed

Pupils

13

Headteacher

Mr Mark Turnbull

Type

Independent

Inspection

Inspected by ISI

Faith

Methodist

Local authority

Kent

Sixth form

Yes

Boarding

Yes

Overview

About Kent College International Studies Centre

Kent College International Studies Centre is a mixed independent school based in Canterbury for children aged 11 to 18. It has roughly 13 pupils on roll. That puts it among the smaller independent schools in Canterbury on our figures. The school has a Methodist character. As an independent school it is fee-paying and sits outside the local authority admissions system. Published fees are £5,675-£18,515 per term. The school has its own sixth form for post-16 study. Boarding places are offered alongside day places. The headteacher is Mr Mark Turnbull.

Inspection at a glance

As an independent school, Kent College International Studies Centre is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) rather than Ofsted, so it does not carry an Ofsted overall grade. The full inspection report is linked from this page so you can read the inspectors' own words.

Getting a place at Kent College International Studies Centre

Kent College International Studies Centre sets its own admissions. Families apply to the school directly rather than through a council application round, and places usually follow a visit, registration and the school's own assessment. Always check the current admissions policy on the school's own website before you apply, because criteria can change year to year.

SEND at a glance

Kent College International Studies Centre is a mainstream school, supporting pupils with SEND alongside their classmates through the graduated approach of assess, plan, do, review. The school's SEN information report is the authoritative source and is linked in the SEND section below.

Kent College International Studies Centre contact details and location

Kent College International Studies Centre is at Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 9DT. The school office can be reached on 01227 763231. A map, directions and the school's own website link are on this page.

Inspection

Inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI)

View the full inspection report
Getting in

Kent College International Studies Centre admissions and catchment area

Independent - own admissions process

This is an independent school

Kent College International Studies Centre runs its own admissions process. You apply directly to the school, usually with a registration fee, an assessment or taster day, and often an interview. As a Methodist school, faith-based criteria may apply in oversubscription - a supplementary information form is usually required. Boarding places have a separate application and interview process - start early. Bursaries and scholarships may be available - ask early.

Applications go direct to the school - you do not apply through your local council.

How to apply

  1. 1. Book a visit or open day

    Most independent schools want you to visit before you apply - open days and private tours are both usually offered.

  2. 2. Register with the school

    Complete the school's registration form and pay the registration fee. Some schools have a waiting list a year or more ahead.

  3. 3. Assessment / taster day

    Depending on age, this can be an informal assessment, a taster day in class, or a formal entrance test with an interview.

  4. 4. Offer and deposit

    The school makes an offer directly. A deposit secures the place; check the terms and notice period carefully.

  5. 5. Bursaries & scholarships

    Ask about means-tested bursaries and scholarships. Deadlines are often earlier than main entry.

Didn't get a place? Ask about waiting lists

Independent schools manage their own admissions. If you are not offered a place at Kent College International Studies Centre, ask about the waiting list and whether a late application is possible.

How the school is doing

Kent College International Studies Centre results and attendance

N/A

KS2 results

N/A

N/A

A-Level results

Not published

N/A

Attendance

N/A

N/A

Free school meals

N/A

Additional needs

SEND support at Kent College International Studies Centre

SEND setting

Mainstream school

For full details, visit the school's SEND information page.

Before and after school

Wraparound care and nursery at Kent College International Studies Centre

Nursery

No

Breakfast club

Please check with the school

After-school club

Please check with the school

Academic year 2026/27

Kent College International Studies Centre term dates: Kent standard term dates for 2026/27

These are Kent County Council's standard term dates. Your school may use different dates and INSET days, so check the school's website before making plans.

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

View Kent County Council term dates
Answers for parents

Kent College International Studies Centre: frequently asked questions

How do I apply for a place at Kent College International Studies Centre?

Kent College International Studies Centre is independent, so you apply to the school directly rather than through a council round. Contact the admissions office to arrange a visit and register.

What is Kent College International Studies Centre's Ofsted rating?

Kent College International Studies Centre is inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate rather than Ofsted, so it has no Ofsted overall grade. You can open the full report from the inspection section of this page.

What SEND support does Kent College International Studies Centre offer?

Kent College International Studies Centre is recorded as a mainstream school. The school's SEN information report has the current detail and is linked in the SEND section of this page.

What are Kent College International Studies Centre's term dates and INSET days?

Kent College International Studies Centre follows the standard Kent pattern for 2026/27, set out term by term on this page. INSET days are set by the school itself, so confirm them on the school's own calendar.

How much are fees at Kent College International Studies Centre?

Published fee information for Kent College International Studies Centre: £5,675-£18,515 per term.

Where is Kent College International Studies Centre and how do I contact the school?

Kent College International Studies Centre is at Whitstable Road, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 9DT. The office number is 01227 763231. A map and directions are on this page.

How big is Kent College International Studies Centre and what ages does it take?

Kent College International Studies Centre has around 13 pupils on roll and covers ages 11 to 18. It is a mixed school taking boys and girls.

About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed Summer 2026.

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