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Founded in 597AD, The King’s School is reputedly the oldest school in the world. It is also one of the country’s leading coeducational boarding schools located in the idyllic surroundings of the Precincts of Canterbury Cathedral, just one hour from Central London. The School has a strongly academic curriculum that is continually adapting to encompass the ever-changing demands of modern education. We place emphasis on scholarly excellence and our pupils’ progress to further education at leading universities in the UK and abroad. Through regular monitoring of academic progress, the School’s aim is to enable every individual to make the most of their abilities and to fulfil their potential. Art, Drama, Music and Sport play a major part in School life, alongside the Combined Cadet Force and the Duke of Edinburgh Award scheme. Other activities enjoyed by the pupils range from chocolate making and chess to Social Services and The Linacre Society, our society for future medical students. King’s Week, the School’s own festival of arts which takes place at the end of each summer term, involves hundreds of pupils in a showcase of creativity. Music is a central part of life at the School with a range of disciplines flourishing, from a large Symphony Orchestra, to a 40-voice SATB choir of Cathedral Standard. There are some 60 Music Scholars in the school at any one time.

Kent College Pembury is a leading independent day and boarding school in a beautiful 75 acre parkland estate in Pembury, Tunbridge Wells. Every pupil is treated as an individual and valued for their own unique strengths, talents and ambitions. Pupils are encouraged to work hard and balance their academic studies with a full extra-curricular programme so they achieve their personal best in all areas of school life. We strongly believe that ability is not fixed and that pupils have the potential to grow and develop throughout their school life and beyond. It is the supportive and kind atmosphere of Kent College that gives our pupils the courage and confidence to make mistakes and persevere; for no matter what your ability, effort is what ignites ability and turns it into accomplishment. We pride ourselves on understanding each individual, and tailoring learning to individual needs: we offer a truly bespoke education. Our beautiful grounds inspire pupils and staff alike, providing an environment to stretch and develop both physically and personally. Our Christian foundation focuses all we do to foster a spirit of kindness and community where we embrace those of all faiths and none. An education at Kent College starts as we learn about the person your child is now and ends when they leaves us as the young person they aspire to be, ready for the future, Students fully embrace life at Kent College, with opportunities to travel and engage with the global community. They emerge with the confidence and skills to make a difference to the world around them. Above all, Kent College is a vibrant and welcoming community, where individuals are valued for who they are and the sound of laughter reverberates throughout the School with an adventure to be had every day. If you would like to find out more about Kent College Pembury, and to arrange a visit, please click here or contact us on +44 (0) 1892 822006.

Colfe's is an independent HMC day school for boys and girls aged 3-18. Founded in 1652 by the Reverend Abraham Colfe and governed since then by the Worshipful Company of Leathersellers