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Private Schools in Canterbury

Canterbury has 11 private schools in and around the area, including pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form. Families can compare school types and strong boarding provision alongside day schools.

Explore our UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points and key dates.

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Junior King's School

Canterbury, Kent, CT2 0AY

Co-Ed 2 - 14 351 Day & Boarding

Fees from £3,864 per term

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St Edmund's School, Canterbury

Canterbury, Kent, CT2 8HU

Co-Ed 2 - 19 618 Day & Boarding

Fees from £4,529 per term

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The King's School, Canterbury

Canterbury, Kent, CT1 2ES

Co-Ed 13 - 19 958 Day & Boarding

Fees from £5,190 per term

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The Worthgate School

Canterbury, Kent, CT1 3LQ

Co-Ed 13 - 22 310 Day & Boarding

Fees from £6,606 per term

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St Faith's Prep School, Kent

Canterbury, Kent, CT3 2HH

Co-Ed 2 - 11 239 Day

Fees from £4,150 per term

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Beech Grove School

Dover, Kent, CT15 4FB

Co-Ed 4 - 19 81 Day & Boarding

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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Canterbury

How many private schools are there in Canterbury?

There are 11 independent schools in and around Canterbury, offering a mix of pre-prep, prep, senior and sixth form.

Are there boarding schools in Canterbury?

Yes, many schools in and around Canterbury offer boarding, with options including full, weekly and flexi boarding.

Families can compare options in our guide to boarding vs day schools:
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools

What age can children start private school in Canterbury?

Most independent schools accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.

Key entry points follow a structured timeline - see the UK private school admissions timeline for when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline

How do I apply to private schools in Canterbury?

Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.

Families can explore the UK private school admissions timeline to understand key dates, entry points and when to apply.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline