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EMILY COCKING

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AURELIA

DAVID

AUSTIN

RADHA

ANGELA

JAI

POPPY

KAREN

LILY GRIMER

AMELIE COLES

SAM POCOCK

KENDIS

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FRANCESCO

LINDEN LOCKHART

ALEX SIMS

HEAD OF SIXTH FORM

WELCOME TO KENT COLLEGE

OPEN TO THRIVE

MADE BY OUR VALUES

We believe in Education that is focussed upon the needs of each individual, developing enquiring and knowledgable people who understand how to lead happy and fulfilling lives, as compassionate members of a global community, with the skills to play active roles in an inclusive and sustainable future.

At Kent College we encourage students to develop the following values and to take these with them as they grow into young adults and enter the wider world.

RESPECT

OPENNESS

ACTING JUSTLY

KINDNESS

AMBITION

RESILIENCE

HUMILITY

CURIOSITY

INTERNATIONAL BACCALAUREATE

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RESPECT

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VALUE ONESELF, OTHERS, AND THE WORLD AROUND US

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OPENNESS

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EMBRACE EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

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ACTING JUSTLY

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WORK FOR GOOD THROUGH SERVICE TO OTHERS

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KINDNESS

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BE CONSIDERATE AND COMPASSIONATE TOWARDS OTHERS

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AMBITION

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ENGAGE POSITIVELY WITH ALL LEARNING OPPORTUITIES

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RESILIENCE

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BUILD THE COURAGE TO TAKE RISKS AND FORGIVE OTHERS

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HUMILITY

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WALK HUMBLY

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CURIOSITY

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INQUIRE ACTIVELY

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RESPECT

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VALUE ONESELF, OTHERS, AND THE WORLD AROUND US

cut-out image of a Junior School music student, at Kent College Canterbury, independent co-ed Junior School in Kent.

OPENNESS

Homepage Values

EMBRACE EQUALITY, DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION

cut-out image of a Junior School student fencing, at Kent College Canterbury, private co-ed Junior School in Kent.

ACTING JUSTLY

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WORK FOR GOOD THROUGH SERVICE TO OTHERS

cut-out image of a Junior School drama students, at Kent College Canterbury, independent co-ed Junior School in Kent.

KINDNESS

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BE CONSIDERATE AND COMPASSIONATE TOWARDS OTHERS

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AMBITION

Homepage Values

ENGAGE POSITIVELY WITH ALL LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES

cut-out image of a Junior School student playing hockey, at Kent College Canterbury, private co-ed Junior School in Kent.

RESILIENCE

Homepage Values

BUILD THE COURAGE TO TAKE RISKS AND FORGIVE OTHERS

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HUMILITY

Homepage Values

WALK HUMBLY

Kent College Canterbury school farm chicken cut-out.

CURIOSITY

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INQUIRE ACTIVELY

THE ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE YOU EXPECT

With small class sizes, a broad range of academic pathways, and tailored options for every individual, we offer the flexibility for every student to pursue their passions and achieve their potential from our Junior School through to the Sixth Form and beyond.

GCSE

A LEVEL

CAMBRIDGE TECHNICALS

Kent College Canterbury Senior School student in a science academic lesson.

POSITIVE ATTITUDES TO LEARNING

With small class sizes, we aim to allow every student to achieve their potential… and beyond.

Kent College Canterbury, student playing cricket in the private schools grounds.

OUTSTANDING CO-CURRICULAR

Support your ambitions, develop your curiosity, build your skills with the 100 clubs and activities on offer at KC.

SPORT FOR LIFE

Sport at Kent College is about more than physical performance; it is central to co-curricular life and psychological wellbeing. With a rich sporting history there is something for everyone, from novice to elite athlete, and whether they’re honing their talents or simply having fun, pupils learn teamwork, leadership and communication—key skills for life.

Sponsoring Kent Cricket and Canterbury Hockey Club
Flagship sports including boys and girls hockey and cricket
Professional coaching
Upgraded sports facilities including school gym

MUSIC, THEATRE AND THE ARTS

The artistic life of the school fizzes with creativity and reflects the broad artistic interests of our community. From music making and performance to the many creative opportunities through drama, art, design and technology, students are inspired to create, explore and flourish in everything they do.

Nominated for National Theatre Awards
600-seat award winning auditorium
7 Choirs and 10 orchestral groups
Choir tours to Europe
15 drama productions a year
Visiting actors and LAMDA lessons
Key partner for the Canterbury Festival

Kent College Canterbury drama students performing the private schools very own theatre, The Great Hall.

CREATIVE AND COLLABORATIVE

Our splendid music department offers a broad range of opportunity to pupils of all ages and abilities.

Kent College Canterbury Junior School students at the firepit, roasting marshmallows during their co-curricular.

SAFE AND SUPPORTIVE

Our mission is always be pupil-centred and to focus on enabling every child to become the best they can be.

PASTORAL AND SPIRITUAL CARE

It is fundamental to us that every child in our care feels valued, happy and secure and our friendly and inclusive school environment supports that.

We work closely with pupils and their families to get to know each individual, ensuring they can thrive at our school, and become the best that they can be.

CAMPUS AND LOCATION

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WATCH OUR CAMPUS FILM

Kent College Canterbury Junior School Campus

WATCH OUR CAMPUS FILM

Kent College Canterbury Farm and Sports Fields

FARM AND RIDING

THE ISI'S HIGHEST JUDGEMENT 2022

Pupils exhibit high levels of social awareness; their mature ability to collaborate purposefully is a key strength of the school. Pupils are open-minded and inclusive, valuing the diversity within the school community.

Pupils' positive attitudes to learning are evident from their excellent levels of engagement in lessons where they work with focus and determination both individually and collaboratively. This is encouraged by the highly positive relationships they have with their teachers.

Students walking together in the Kent College Canterbury grounds

DIVERSE AND INCLUSIVE

We welcome all pupils of every faith and none, and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our school life.

EXPLORE KENT COLLEGE

Garden Cottage Nursery

0-3 YEARS OLD

Our Garden Cottage Nursery provides a caring foundation for children where they can grow and develop their abilities in a safe, secure and friendly environment. Rated Outstanding by OFSTED, the nursery shares idyllic surroundings with our Junior School in Harbledown, only five minutes from the centre of Canterbury.

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Junior School Admissions

3-11 YEARS OLD

We believe that every child is unique and deserves the best possible start in life. Our Junior School provides a happy, safe and stimulating environment where pupils can begin their learning journey, cared for by friendly teachers, there to support them every step of the way, whether they’re learning to read or even down on the farm.

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Sixth Form

16-18 YEARS OLD

Our dedicated Sixth Form delivers the outstanding teaching and learning opportunities and co-curricular provision that takes our students on to some of the finest universities in the world. We offer a broad We offer a broad A-level curriculum and are a leading IB World School with an open- minded, supportive and inclusive culture.

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Senior School Admissions

11-16 YEARS OLD

Senior School is an exciting time when students begin to develop their interests academically and through the vast co-curricular timetable on offer. We are a high achieving but non-selective school with a broad curriculum at GCSE, A-level and International Baccalaureate and the exceptional pastoral care that allows every student to flourish.