Academic Families works with more than 450 schools throughout the UK, and we have become experts at matching children to the right boarding school for them in order to ensure each student thrives.
We're delighted to present one of our partner schools:
The King's School Canterbury in Kent, England.
School address:
25 The Precincts
Canterbury
Kent
CT1 2ES
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Nearby towns:
Whitstable, Faversham, Herne Bay, Ashford
Nearest airport:
London Gatwick or London Heathrow
The King’s School Canterbury is located in the historic cathedral city of Canterbury, Kent. It is reputedly the oldest continuously operating school in the world, founded in 597 AD. The School values academic excellence, holistic education, and a strong sense of community, underpinned by its Church of England heritage.
The King’s School Canterbury is internationally recognised for its rich heritage as one of the oldest schools in the world, its academic excellence, and its dynamic co-curricular programme. Among its many strengths, music stands out as a defining feature of the school’s identity.
The school boasts outstanding music facilities, including dedicated rehearsal and performance spaces, state-of-the-art practice rooms, and access to the world-famous Canterbury Cathedral—where pupils regularly perform. The school's long-standing choral tradition is particularly distinguished, with choirs that contribute to the spiritual and cultural life of both the school and wider community.
Music is deeply woven into everyday life at King’s. Students across all year groups are encouraged to explore and develop their musical talents, whether through individual tuition, ensemble playing, or large-scale concerts and services. Many pupils receive music scholarships and regularly gain distinctions in national and international competitions. A significant number go on to study at leading conservatoires and music colleges, continuing a tradition of musical excellence that is both historic and forward-looking.
The School's arts programmes are described as "stupendously good" by Tatler, showcased magnificently during the annual King’s Week arts festival. The elite Crypt Choir has performed at prestigious venues, including Wigmore Hall and the Vatican. With a strong choral tradition and numerous music scholars, King's provides a nurturing environment for musical talent.
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Our team provides exactly the kind of support for your child that we would want if we were sending our children overseas, and in fact, all of our staff have direct, personal experience with boarding schools.
We visit schools regularly and know them inside and out – the atmosphere they offer, the academic and social environment your child will be in - so we know where your child will fit in best.
Choosing the best education for your child leads many families to consider British schools and universities. However, it is not an easy decision to make.
Our team works hard to understand the needs and strengths of your child, match them to the UK boarding school best suited to their needs, and support them throughout their time in the UK.
Academic Families has personal and professional experience with boarding schools. Many of our staff attended boarding schools themselves when they were young or have worked in them. We have all lived overseas and most of us are mothers, so we understand how important it is to find the very best education for every child no matter where that might be in the world.
From our headquarters in Edinburgh to our local staff across the UK, our team regularly visits hundreds of British schools. Our excellent knowledge of the UK education system, accreditation by the Boarding School Association (BSA) and certification from the British Council means we understand UK boarding education from the inside and out, and know how to ensure the best education for each child.
In addition, our guardianship service has been Gold accredited by AEGIS (the Association for the Education and Guardianship of International Students) since 2016 and also by the BSA, so you know, with Academic Families, you're guaranteed to have the best local support anywhere in the UK.
Moreover, our team are trained MHFA Mental Health First Aiders so we are qualified to support our students with any wellbeing and mental health concerns.
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