The King's School Canterbury
25 The Precincts, Canterbury, CT1 2ES
Age range
Ages 13 to 19
Gender
Mixed
Pupils
958
Headteacher
Ms Jude Lowson
Type
Independent
Ofsted
Inspected by ISI
Faith
Church of England
Local authority
Kent
Fees
See fee information: https://www.kings-school.co.uk/admissions/fees/
Sixth form
Yes
Boarding
Yes
About The King's School Canterbury
The King's School Canterbury is an independent secondary school in Canterbury, Kent, serving pupils aged 13 to 19. It admits both boys and girls. It is a Church of England school. 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://www.kings-school.co.uk/admissions/fees/
Fees vary by year group. Confirm current fees, sibling discounts and any extras directly with the school.
The King's 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 The King's School Canterbury?
The King's School Canterbury is an independent secondary school. It admits both boys and girls.
What age range does The King's School Canterbury cover?
The King's School Canterbury serves pupils aged 13 to 19.
What SEND support does The King's School Canterbury offer?
The King's School Canterbury is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.
Who inspects The King's School Canterbury?
The Independent Schools Inspectorate inspects The King's School Canterbury rather than Ofsted. Use the inspection link to view the latest report.
Where is The King's School Canterbury?
The King's School Canterbury is at 25 The Precincts, Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2ES.
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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