St Edmunds School Canterbury
St Thomas Hill, Canterbury, CT2 8HU
Age range
Ages 2 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
618
Headteacher
Mr Edward O'Connor
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Inspected by ISI
Faith
Church of England
Local authority
Kent
Fees
£5,200-£18,840 per term
Sixth form
Yes
Boarding
Yes
About St Edmunds School Canterbury
St Edmunds School Canterbury is an independent secondary school in Canterbury, Kent, serving pupils aged 2 to 19. It admits both boys and girls. It is a Church of England school. The school has a nursery. 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
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Wraparound & nursery
Nursery
Yes
Breakfast club
Please check with the school
After-school club
Please check with the school
Fees
£5,200-£18,840 per term
Fees vary by year group. Confirm current fees, sibling discounts and any extras directly with the school.
St Edmunds School 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 St Edmunds School Canterbury?
St Edmunds School Canterbury is an independent secondary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does St Edmunds School Canterbury cover?
St Edmunds School Canterbury serves pupils aged 2 to 19.
What SEND support does St Edmunds School Canterbury offer?
St Edmunds School Canterbury is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
Who inspects St Edmunds School Canterbury?
The Independent Schools Inspectorate inspects St Edmunds School Canterbury rather than Ofsted. Use the inspection link to view the latest report.
Where is St Edmunds School Canterbury?
St Edmunds School Canterbury is at St Thomas Hill, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8HU.
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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