The King's School
Hampshire · SO50 7DB
The King's School is a small, independent Christian all-through school in Fair Oak, Hampshire, serving Reception through Year 11 with a stated commitment to developing 'wisdom, stature and favour' within a God-centred educational framework. Recent ISI inspection (January 2023) praised its excellent spiritual development and strong sense of Christian community, noting pupils' active translation of faith into service. The school emphasises small class sizes, individual pupil care, and a peaceful learning environment rooted in Christian values and pastoral excellence.
- →Explicit Christian ethos and spiritual development embedded across the curriculum
- →Small class sizes and day-only model enabling strong pastoral knowledge of each child
- →All-through provision (Reception–Year 11) reducing transition disruption
- →Recent positive ISI inspection validating spiritual and academic progress
Who thrives here
Families seeking a values-led, Christian education within a tight-knit community where individual attention and spiritual formation are prioritised. Suits pupils who thrive in smaller cohorts and benefit from explicit integration of faith and learning.
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Contact & visit
Lakesmere House, Allington Lane, Fair Oak
Hampshire
SO50 7DB
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at The King's School?
Day fees at The King's School are approximately £9,600 per year (2024/25).
How do you get into The King's School?
The King's School admits pupils at 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are The King's School's exam results?
At The King's School, 35.3% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is The King's School a boarding school?
The King's School is a day school in Hampshire and does not offer boarding.
What is The King's School's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated The King's School “Excellent” (2018).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Excellent spiritual development and Christian fellowship creating strong community ethos
✓Small class sizes and individual pupil knowledge enabling tailored support
✓Safe, peaceful, happy learning environment conducive to both academic and personal growth
✓Strong emphasis on character development and translating values into service
Common concerns
!Lack of Ofsted inspection history means external academic validation not yet available
!Small pupil numbers (228) may limit breadth of extracurricular or competitive sports opportunities
!Limited published data on exam results, university destinations, or specialist sixth-form provision