School Information
School Information
Kent College is an outstanding day and boarding school that celebrates both its 137 years of history and tradition, and its forward-looking, innovative approach to education. It has a reputation as a friendly school, and is most definitely a place where teachers really get to know the pupils, with the time and space to give individual attention, both academically and pastorally. Music, drama and sport all play central roles in the life of the school, and many pupils also enjoy the opportunities provided by the school’s Farm and Riding Centre. Part of the Methodist Schools group, Kent College is deeply rooted in the Methodist tradition that welcomes all pupils of every faith and none. ‘Do all the good you can do’ is a guiding principle, and one that allows pupils to develop into confident young adults, aware of their responsibilities and their place in the world.
Location
The school’s location, on the outskirts of the historic city of Canterbury, provides a safe, healthy and beautiful environment for pupils to grow up. The school sits in 80 acres (32 hectares) of land with extensive sports fields, as well as the Farm and Riding Centre. Yet the centre of Canterbury, with its wide selection of shops, restaurants, theatres, cinemas and world-heritage site, within which sits Canterbury Cathedral, is only a 5-minute journey by car. A high-speed train service links Canterbury to London, and the school is within 100 minutes of Gatwick, Heathrow, Stansted and City of London airports.
Boarding
Kent College has a long history of welcoming boarding pupils from abroad, as well as from British families resident in the UK or working overseas. Kent College Canterbury Boarders make up around one third of pupils, and there are over 40 countries represented in the boarding community. The five friendly and comfortable Senior boarding houses truly become a ‘home away from home’. The school also offers weekly and occasional boarding.
Academic Success
The bespoke approach to the curriculum differentiates the college’s approach and ensures highly personalised teaching resulting in excellent results. The school regularly ranks in the top 10 small cohort schools for the International Baccalaureate with an average score of 37 for the last 7 years. 77% of students achieve A* – B at A-level and 98% of students regularly go to their first university of choice.
Beyond the classroom
The performing arts are a particular strength at Kent College, with an impressive line-up of vocal and instrumental ensembles, and many opportunities to perform for all ages and abilities. Our Great Hall is a state-of-the-art 600-seat auditorium for the performing arts. In sport, the aim is to provide something for every pupil, from recreational sport and promoting fitness to top-level coaching for our elite players. Kent College teams make formidable competitors in any sport. Hockey and cricket are a particular strength with regular representation by our pupils in county, regional and national squads. The School’s scholarship programme offers talented individuals individual support in art, design, drama, music and sport. There is also a wide-ranging list of activities and clubs, on offer for all pupils, including a full Duke of Edinburgh programme, horse riding and Farm Club at the School Farm.
“Helping pupils to build a strong work ethic, and to develop the confidence to excel in their
chosen fields.” – Kent College
Scholarships and Bursaries
Student Profile
Student: Louis Kind Age: 18 Nationality: German Achievements: Charities Prefect, Founder of USI and House Prefect. This is my 3rd year at Kent college Canterbury and since I have joined the school, it really has become my second home. The boarding community here at Kent college is one of my favourite things about the School. Not once in 3 years have I felt left out or homesick, as House staff and friends from all over the world are always happy to help and support you. Within our school we have 42 different nationalities living and studying together. This can be particularly useful if you are interested in improving your understanding of a 2nd or 3rd language! Furthermore, I was able to visit numerous friends in different countries around the world, get to know there families and cultures. The school offers over 40 types of extracurricular activities, that vary from virtually any sport to charities committees and language clubs. Over the past three years I have tried 6 different sports and was given the chance to play against other schools in most of them, while still keeping up with my studies. This year I was honoured to be elected to the student executive to be the head of the Charities committee. The school executive is always open to new ideas from students and encourages them to pursue their potential. In the boarding community we have trips like going to Thorpe Park and going to the cinema. They are really enjoyable as they help the more shy students to integrate better into the school community. Studying abroad has been an incredible experience, that has prepared me well for moving on to university life. I have learned here to be responsible and independent, and how to communicate with different types of people. Kent College has provided me with a range of opportunities to improve myself and I have greatly enjoyed my stay here.
Address
Open on Google Maps- Address Whitstable Road
- Borough Canterbury
- Zip/Postal Code CT2 9DT
- Phone: +44 (0)1227 813906
- Fax: +44 (0)1227 813906
- Email: admissions@kentcollege.co.uk
- Website: https://kentcollege.com
News
Kent College, Canterbury judged ‘Excellent’ in all aspects
At the recent inspection conducted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate both the KC Junior school at Harbledown and the Senior school in Canterbury were judged as excellent in all aspects, the highest grade possible. At the recent inspection conducted by the Independent Schools Inspectorate both the KC Junior school at Harbledown and the Senior school
Outstanding exam results are a credit to the students’ tenacity at Kent College
Outstanding exam results are a credit to the students’ tenacity at KC Pupils at Kent College, Canterbury have been celebrating some excellent results in their A Levels and Cambridge Technicals today. Earlier in the summer the IB students received some equally impressive grades. Head of Kent College, Mark Turnbull said, ‘We all know that this
Pop Star Mimi Webb returns to Kent College, Canterbury for Speech Day
Former Kent College, Canterbury student Mimi Webb is returning to the school on Friday 8th July to take part in the annual Speech Day. Mimi has often credited her music teachers at Kent College with discovering her talent and encouraging her to consider pursuing a career in music. ‘’It was my piano teacher at secondary
Confidence soars with top IB scores again at Kent College, Canterbury
The results for the IB Diploma have arrived with KC students achieving a 100% pass rate and 40% of the cohort achieving over 40 points, while 5 also gained bilingual diplomas. Head of School, Justus, and Laura were delighted to be awarded the maximum 45 points joining the top 1% of candidates in the world,
Kent College, Canterbury Olympian wins Bronze medal at Tokyo
Grace Balsdon, a member of the Women’s GB Hockey team and former Kent College, Canterbury pupil celebrates winning a Bronze Medal at the Tokyo Olympics. Grace joined Kent College, Canterbury in the Junior School and stayed all the way through to the Sixth Form. She was successful in achieving 3 A levels: Physical Education, Chemistry
Kent College students achieve top IB scores
Kent College students are celebrating their fantastic International Baccalaureate results. The average score was 35 points, which is similar to the number of points awarded for straight As at A-level by UCAS. This score is likely to place Kent College amongst the top IB schools in the UK again. Kent College offers both the IB
Kent College hosts exclusive interview with sporting heroes
Kent College’s Open Day for 2019 was one to remember this year, with a trio of England’s greatest sporting heroes attending for a morning of coaching followed by an exclusive interview for all to attend. After a morning of coaching preparing the students for the upcoming 19/20 season, prospective and current students, parents (and some
Kent College opens Great Hall
Kent College, Canterbury has officially opened its brand new Great Hall – the latest addition to the senior school campus. The 600 seat state-of-the-art building will provide a space for reflection and worship as well as cutting-edge facilities for concerts and the performing arts. It has been nearly two years in construction and it was
Kent College students celebrate another ‘Great Haul’ of GCSE results
As students arrived to celebrate their GCSE results today, they saw how close the new Great Hall at Kent College is to completion with an official opening due on September 12th. Kent College is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The courses and the grading have changed for all subjects,
Kent College students jump for joy!
Kent College students and staff are celebrating another successful year for A level results, with over 70% passed at grades A*-B, and almost half of all grades at A* – A. 12 students achieved 3 or more A-A* grades Particular congratulations for high levels of academic achievement go to the following top performers at A-level:
Confidence soars with top IB scores again at Kent College
Kent College was delighted to be joined by Sir Michael Morpurgo as the guest of honour for its Speech Day, on the same day as students celebrated their International Baccalaureate results. The Executive Head Master, Dr David Lamper, reported on rising rolls, national successes in Engineering, Sport and Music and reflected on the high levels
Wise choice for the new Headmaster at Kent College, Canterbury
Kent College are pleased to announce that Mr Phil Wise had been appointed Senior School Headmaster at Kent College following the retirement of Mr Julian Waltho, who has been the Senior Headmaster for the last 3 years and who has taught at the school for over 14 years. Mr Wise will take up the position
Kent College hosts charity farm open morning
Kent College opened it’s Farm gates to the public for the inaugural Farm Open Morning on Saturday 11th of May. Pupils at the College are incredibly lucky to have access to the school’s full working farm, set in 50 acres of grazing land bordering the ancient Blean woods. The Farm hosted over 300 visitors from
Kent College’s sports stars shine
A large number of Kent College students have had an incredible year of sporting achievements. Year 11 pupil Hugh Scott was selected as one of just 4 boys in Kent to represent the London and East squad in the ECB U17 England Development Programme Super-4s Competition. Taking place over five days at the National Cricket
Kent College develops Global Schools partnership
Kent College, Canterbury has developed a Global Schools partnership with schools and communities in southern Tanzania over the past 8 years. Three teachers at the school recently visited Masambarawe in Southern Tanzania as part of their remarkable Global School Partnership with schools and communities in southern Tanzania. A partnership has developed with Klerruu Secondary School
8 is Great and 9 is Fine at Kent College
Kent College is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The courses and the grading have changed, the nature of assessments has changed with much less emphasis on coursework – but the personalised approach at the school has ensured that students achieve a high level of success. The overall pass rate
A-level success at Kent College
Kent College students and staff are celebrating another successful year for A level results, with over 67% passed at grades A*-B, and almost half of all grades at A* – A. Particular congratulations for high levels of academic achievement go to the following top performers at A level: Samuel Cornelius Merrell, Jamie Dawe, James Gray,
Kent College team wins chemistry challenge
A team from Kent College recently took part in the Salters’ Institute Festival of Chemistry at the University of Kent. During the festival, two challenges were completed, with one set by the Salters’ Institute and the other by the university. Both tasks involved practical work and tested the team’s problem solving abilities, teamwork, organisation and
Students Thrilled with New Riding Arena at Kent College
Down on the Farm at Kent College, guests gathered with our NSEA Riding team and School Pony Club, led by their Instructor Lisa MIller, for the opening of the new Riding Arena. Dr Lamper, the Executive Headmaster cut the ribbon on a sunny September morning and the students lost no time in enjoying riding and
Kent College Announce Construction of New Great Hall
Kent College Canterbury is delighted to announce the construction of the Great Hall, which will begin in spring 2018, providing cutting edge facilities for worship, concerts and the performing arts. Following local consultation, planning permission has recently been granted for the state-of-the-art 600 seat auditorium providing space for the whole school to worship, underlining the importance of
Kent College does it again despite changes.
Kent College is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The courses have changed, the grading has changed for some subjects, the nature of assessments has changed with much less emphasis on coursework – but the personalised approach at Kent College has ensured that student success is the same as ever.
Kent College results just get better and better!
A Level Examination results for Summer 2017 Nothing could dampen the spirits at Kent College on results day! Kent College students and staff are celebrating another record year for A level results, with over 79% passed at grades A*-B, a 100% pass rate and almost half of all grades at A* – A. Particular congratulations
Best Ever IB Results at Kent College
On a gloriously sunny Speech Day, the Executive Head Master, Dr David Lamper was again able to report rising numbers and national level successes in Engineering, Sport and Music. A video was shown to mark an impressive first year for Kent College Dubai, and designs for a new ‘Great Hall’ capital project were on display.
Young Entrepreneur
Students were in for a treat last week when David de Min arrived looking as if he had walked off a film set. This former student of Kent College is Canterbury based and on the day of his visit to his old school completed the soft release of his amazing app. Using 3D touch technology
GCSE Examination Results for Summer 2016. Success is cool at Kent College!
Even on the hottest day of the year it is still cool to be successful at Kent College Kent College is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The overall pass rate was 100% and almost all students achieved 5 grades at A*-C. 69% of all grades achieved were A* –
Kent College Canterbury Excellence is a habit!
Individual approach leads to Academic Excellence at Kent College A Level Examination results for Summer 2016 Kent College students and staff are celebrating another excellent year for A level results, with over 70% passed at grades A*-B and a 100% pass rate. Particular congratulations for high levels of academic achievement go to the following top
IB Success at Kent College
President of Emirates at Kent College. As the sun shone on Speech Day, the Head Master, Dr David Lamper reported on rising numbers for both day students and boarders along with successes at national level in Music, Drama, Sports, Art and Science. Sir Tim Clark, President of Emirates Airline and former student of Kent College
Kent College Canterbury Achieves Academic Excellence
GCSE Examination Results for Summer 2015 Kent College is celebrating its best ever GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The overall pass rate was 100% with 76% of all grades achieved at A* – B grades. The Maths department were in early to celebrate their 100% success with all students attaining A* – C in
Kent College Goes On The Razzle
A rollercoaster ride of comedic chaos, executed effortlessly by the ambitious pupils at the leading independent girls’ school in Kent. On the 9th – 12th February Kent College Pembury was transported from a cold English winter, to summer in Vienna at the turn of the 19th century. With specially designed sets, the most elaborate the
Kent College Canterbury’s GCSE Results
GCSE Examination Results for Summer 2014 Kent College Canterbury is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The overall pass rate was 100% and almost all students achieved 5 grades at A*-C. 71% of all grades achieved were A* – B grades. This statistic mirrors the success of A level (77%
Kent College’s Best A Level Results Ever!
A Level Examination results for Summer 2014 Kent College students and staff are celebrating the school’s best ever year of A’ Level results. 77% of all examination entries were achieved at A* – B grades with a 100% pass rate. All students gained places at their universities of choice including Oxbridge. Particular congratulations
Kent College Welcomes Jo Harten, Netball Star!
Students and families from Kent College enjoyed the school’s sports dinner and prize giving ceremony, with an uplifting talk from England netball star Jo Harten. Jo Harten was the guest speaker at the senior school in Pembury’s annual event, which took place on Monday 7th July. The evening saw honours, awards and achievements presented to
Kent College’s Young Fashion Designers
Kent College Hosts Young Fashion Designer Competition UK South Finals A selection of the South’s most talented young fashion designers arrived at Kent College Pembury on Saturday for the annual Regional Final of the Young Fashion Designer UK Competition. A total of eighteen finalists from schools within the catchment area between Oxfordshire to Cornwall travelled
Kent College Students Encouraged to ‘Reach For the Sky’
Current students and families from Kent College are looking forward to the school’s forthcoming speech day and prize giving ceremony, with an uplifting talk from Britain’s first female fast jet pilot. Jo Salter will be the guest speaker at the senior school in Pembury’s annual event, which will take place on Saturday 12 July. The
Kent College Welcomes Pamela Cookey, England Netball Captain
Students and families from Kent College are looking forward to the school’s forthcoming sports dinner and prize giving ceremony, with an uplifting talk from England netball captain Pamela Cookey. Pamela Cookey will be the guest speaker at the senior school in Pembury’s annual event, which will take place on Monday 7th July. The evening sees
Kent College Girl Is Horrible Histories’ Biggest Fan Ever
A Kent College schoolgirl has been crowned Horrible Histories’ biggest fan in a nationwide competition. Nine-year-old Tilly Snowball, who is in Year 4 at Kent College Pembury’s Preparatory School, will be popular with her classmates after she won a day’s visit in school from Horrible Histories actor, Ben Willbond, on Thursday 26 June. The popular
Kent College’s Successful Alumnae Inspire Current Students
The annual Leadership Conference at Kent College was created to invite former pupils to talk about their career successes, and encounters, after their education at the school in Pembury. Since its conception in 2010, the day highlights several talented individuals who have gone into high achieving roles. On Thursday 26 June staff and students are
Kent College Inter-House Bin Design Competition
As part of a drive to increase recycling on the school site, the Eco group at Kent College in Pembury wanted some more stylish and interesting bins around the site to encourage everyone to participate. The Eco group approached the Heads of school houses,(Saxons, Danes and Celts) and they agreed to run an inter-house competition
Kent College: Call for Entries for the Young Fashion Designer UK Competition
Is Fashion Your Passion? Do You Dream Design? Is Your Talent In Textiles? Yes, then we want to hear from you. The annual Young Fashion Designer Competition UK was created to discover emerging fashion, design and textiles talent nationwide amongst GCSE, BTEC, IB and A level students. Since its conception in 2010, the competition has
Kent College GCSE Results Good News Travels Fast
Kent College is celebrating another year of excellent GCSE results following this summer’s examinations. The overall pass rate was 100% with more than three-quarters of all grades achieved at grades A* – B grades. Nearly half of all exams taken resulted in grades A or A* and almost all students achieved 5 grades at A*-C.
Kent College Celebrates A Level Results With Champagne
Kent College students and staff are toasting their success with another year of excellent A’ Level results. Over 70% of all examination entries were achieved at A* – B grades. All students gained places at their universities of choice including Oxbridge. Jack Balsdon won a scholarship to Durham University. Particular congratulations for high levels of
Top Ten Again!
Following a gloriously sunny Speech Day, when the Head Master, Dr David Lamper was again able to report rising numbers and wonderful successes, there was a hockey match to celebrate the opening of the new astroturf pitch recently completed on time and on budget. Later in the afternoon Kent College received the outstanding IB results
‘We are Family’: Kent College Speech Day 2013
‘This is what Kent College is all about’ said a Year 10 pupil as she managed to get every pupil up and dancing to the well known Sister Sledge song at the end of year talent show, leading to the most wonderful expression of joy and community. “It was one of the best reflections of
Kent College Visit Downing Street
Students from Kent College, Canterbury and St. Peter's School Canterbury were lucky enough to visit 10, Downing Street and meet Prime Minister, David Cameron and David Walliams. The pupils have recently been creating paper plates as part of the IF Campaign which is seeking to raise the issue of global hunger before the meeting of
Kent College host Katherine Grainger CBE
On Wednesday Kent College was delighted to welcome Katherine Grainger CBE Olympic Gold Medallist and World Champion rower to their annual Sports Dinner. After an excellent three course meal for almost 100 students and staff, the major sports prizes were awarded to the most prominent sports men and women in the school. Katherine presented the
Olympic Star Inspires Youngsters
GB Olympic hockey bronze medallist , Alex Danson, visited Kent College for a day of inspirational coaching followed by a motivational talk to both parents and pupils. The youngsters from Kent College who listened to Alex have certainly been inspired and this term has seen some amazing hockey successes for the school . There have
Kent College announces ‘best ever GCSE results’
Kent College is delighted to announce its best ever GCSE year with a record breaking 58% at A* – A with 26% of grades an A*. This is seen in a year when the number of top grades nationally has decreased. These well-deserved results show that the ambition and confidence of all girls and staff
Kent College Proud of Perfect Pass Rate and Top Ten Results
A Level Examination results for Summer 2012 Kent College students and staff are celebrating excellent A’ Level results in this year’s summer examinations. The overall pass rate at A’ Level was a perfect 100% with 62% of all examination entries achieving A* – B grades. The vast majority of pupils seeking entry to university obtained
IB Delighted
Recent IB results place Kent College ithe top 10 IB schools in the country with average point of just over 37. Continuing to place Kent College firmly on the World Map.
National prize winners
Kent College, Canterbury has just been announced as winner of the London and South East region of the Church School Awards 2012. The awards, which celebrate the role and work of Church Schools are open to all schools with a Christian foundation and are backed by all major Churches and a number of large charities.
Continued Success for Kent College
– Once again the school has been listed in the top Co-educational bouarding schools due to its outstanding exam results. – Our young choristers are to compete in the regional competition for BBC Choir of the Year. – A number of Kent College students art work has been entered as part of an International competition
Kent College Girls’ Clinch National Crown in Cannock
Kent College Under 13 Girls' Mini Hockey Team were crowned National Champions on Friday 13th May at Cannock Hockey Club. Having won the east of England Regional round the team faced opposition from all areas of the country. In the group stages Kent College played Kings High School from Warwickshire in the first match. Despite
Two young Kent College hockey sides win through to the regional events
U.13 Fifteen school teams took part in the U.13 County Tournament. Kent College U.13 mini hockey team won the County tournament in style, conceding only 1 goal all day. They beat Highworth, Colfe's and Tunbridge Wells Girls' Grammar in their group matches and played Sutton Valence in the quarter finals. They went on to beat
