Junior King's School
Canterbury, Kent · CT2 0AY
Pupils
363
Day fees
£22k
Inspection
Not yet inspected
Junior King's is a well-established coeducational prep school in Canterbury with a strong day and boarding programme catering for children from age 3 to 13. As the junior division of the larger King's School, it benefits from access to senior school facilities and a well-resourced educational environment. The school emphasises pastoral care, structured co-curricular activity, and preparation for entry to top independent senior schools.
- →Direct pathway to King's Senior School, a respected HMC member with strong university outcomes
- →Flexible boarding options allowing day pupils to board occasionally, and established boarding community
- →Broad entry points (ages 3, 4, 7, 8, 11, 13) with rolling admissions reducing pressure of single entry windows
- →Canterbury location with transport links and historic cathedral city setting
Who thrives here
Pupils who benefit from a structured, traditional prep school environment with clear progression pathways. Families valuing boarding flexibility and those planning to continue through to King's Senior School find strong fit.
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Contact & visit
Milner Court, Sturry
Canterbury, Kent
CT2 0AY
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Junior King's School?
Day fees at Junior King's School are approximately £21,600 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Junior King's School?
Junior King's School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+. Entry is assessed by Assessment Day, Interview. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
Is Junior King's School a boarding school?
Junior King's School offers boarding as well as day places.
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Pastoral care and safeguarding emphasis
✓Flexible boarding option and clear day/boarding integration
✓Strong preparation for 11+ and 13+ entrance exams
✓Access to senior school facilities and established King's community
Common concerns
!School not yet inspected by Ofsted, limiting independent verification of quality
!Limited transparency on day fees (not published on website)