Taunton, Somerset · TA2 8AA
King's College Prep is a coeducational boarding and day preparatory school in Taunton serving pupils from age 3 to 13. The school combines traditional preparatory education with modern facilities and a strong pastoral emphasis suited to families seeking both academic rigour and boarding flexibility. Its location in Somerset provides a rural, spacious setting with access to outdoor activities and established networks of feeder relationships to senior independent schools.
Who thrives here
Pupils who benefit from a structured boarding environment, families relocating or requiring flexibility, and those aiming for competitive senior school entry. Children who thrive in traditional pastoral settings with clear expectations and house-based community systems.
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Pyrland, Kingston Road
Taunton, Somerset
TA2 8AA
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Day fees at King's College Prep are approximately £15,600 per year (2024/25). Boarding fees are higher.
King's College Prep 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.
King's College Prep offers boarding as well as day places.
ISI rated King's College Prep “Excellent” (2022).
Frequently praised
✓Strong pastoral care and boarding provision; experienced house staff and duty teams
✓Effective preparation for senior school entrance exams and selective school interviews
✓Rural setting and outdoor space; safe, contained environment for younger boarders
Common concerns
!No recent Ofsted or ISI inspection limits external validation of standards
!Limited publicly available information on academic outcomes or leadership vision