Welcome to Kent College

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2 Welcome to Kent College Kent College is one of the leading British Boarding and Day Schools for both boys and girls aged 3-18 with an enviable reputation for academic, sporting and musical success at national and international levels. The School is part of the Methodist Schools Group and its Christian heritage continues to influence all its work, leading to an excellent reputation for pastoral care, a real sense of family and the ability to develop the potential of all its pupils, whether in academic achievement or in the Arts or Sport. A recent inspection rated the school from 3-18 as 'outstanding' in every aspect. Throughout Kent College we aim to offer an individualised approach to education with an emphasis on the development of the whole person. Andy Carter, the Head Master of the Infant and Junior School, and I invite you to read our prospectus and learn about the Culture of Care that pervades Kent College; to see how our students Dare to be Different and discover how they have Room to Grow and Space to Play leading them to be Proud to Achieve and Ready for Change. Dr. David Lamper, Head Master

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4 Culture of Care

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6 Culture of Care Overlooking the historic city of Canterbury, Kent College is set in idyllic surroundings and provides an unfailingly supportive community that produces considerate and generous pupils who lead by example. The College is a family where boarders and day pupils alike successfully thrive. The Methodist Christian ethos is at the core of the school and students of all faiths and none successfully unite in spirit. Four Senior boarding houses, two for girls and two for boys and a small family boarding facility in the Junior School, underpin these values. Every child is given personal attention and supervision, and new arrivals are given special help to settle in to their new home. Outstanding pastoral care ensures every individual student, boarding or day, feels secure and safe in order to thrive from the excellent tuition and support.

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8 Dare to be Different

9 A vast range of talents and interests in all pupils is identified and encouraged at Kent College. Specialist attention allows these talents to develop to their full potential. Academic, Sport, Music, Art and Drama Scholarships are awarded to pupils with exceptional talents. The school is also able to offer means tested bursaries of up to 100%, thus enabling its doors to be open to all members of the community and promote access for all. Pupils benefit from an exceptionally broad curriculum that facilitates a vast range of skills and interests to be exercised. The International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme is offered alongside A-levels enhancing individual pathways.

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12 Room to Grow

13 Room to Grow High expectation and discipline are instilled throughout the school. Pupils are encouraged to shine, and support is in place to ensure this happens. Opportunities are plentiful whether they are academic subjects and courses, music lessons, sporting interests or numerous activities. Each individual has many opportunities to complement the traditional and successful academic values of Kent College by developing latent talents in order to become the best that they can be. Two separate Senior and Junior campuses of over 90 acres backing on to 200 acres of ancient woodland, allow pupils to experience an education that is both broad and balanced.

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16 Space to Play

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18 Space to Play Kent College s extensive facilities provide the perfect platform for challenge and development. This ensures pupils are rewarded with skills which enable them to be equipped for life. A fabulous floodlit all-weather pitch is in the heart of the Senior School and an impressive Sports Centre has helped cultivate numerous international sportsmen and women. The School Farm and Equine Centre provide a unique opportunity for pupils to experience a wider approach to education. The Music Centre offers state of the art facilities for all aspects of the subject. The provision for Music Technology is now amongst the best in the country. These amenities have helped the College produce two symphony orchestras and two choirs as well as providing the opportunity for most students to learn to play at least one musical instrument. Recent investment has brought seamless wireless (Wi-Fi) Internet connection to all four boarding houses. Students and parents benefit from flexibility as the school provides termly, weekly and occasional boarding.

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20 Proud to Achieve

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22 Proud to Achieve Academic success is central to Kent College's purpose but students achieve in all areas of school life ensuring they fulfil their potential. Whether they are writing their first word, receiving their A-level results or completing a length in the swimming pool, achievement is common place for all students throughout the College. Practically all sixth formers go on to their first choice University, including Oxford and Cambridge. This academic strength reflects the small class sizes and the quality of the exceptionally well-qualified, enthusiastic and experienced teaching staff. The school s excellent academic record is reflected in continuing success at GCSE and A Level where a broad curriculum encompasses every interest. Nevertheless, the school focuses on the development of the whole individual and excellent facilities are augmented by an impressive array of extra-curricular activities. The standards in sport and music are consistently high, generating international standard athletes and award winning musicians. Major tours take place regularly in both sport and music.

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24 Ready for Change

25 Junior to Senior A seamless and natural progression from the Junior to the Senior School takes place. Although the two schools benefit from separate campuses, they are not separate entities. Both schools share the aims of Kent College and the students at the Junior School will have already enjoyed meeting many of the staff and used the excellent facilities. The Head Master of Kent College regularly leads assembly in the Junior School and meets with parents. This all contributes to a highly successful transition. We pride ourselves on taking students from as young as 3 years old and nurturing them right the way through Kent College.

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28 Senior Onwards All students leave Kent College with an array of skills, confident and ready for life's challenges. The school provides students with the perfect platform to spread their wings and continue their achievement in whatever career path they choose. Almost all students go on to their first choice university, often to the top Russell Group Colleges including Oxford, Cambridge and London. The range of qualifications, including the International Baccalaureate Diploma allows students to consider global options for Higher Education.

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30 KENT COLLEGE, CANTERBURY, KENT CT2 9DT Tel: (01227) , Fax: (01227) , KENT COLLEGE NURSERY, INFANT & JUNIOR SCHOOL, HARBLEDOWN CANTERBURY, KENT CT2 9AQ Tel: (01227) , Fax: (01227) ,