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Kent College Prep School

Independent school · Tunbridge Wells, TN2 4AX
  • Primary/prep
  • Co-ed
  • Ages 3-11
  • From £13,947 pa
  • 107 pupils
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A school that gives pupils time and space to develop to their best ability within a tight knit community. Bubbling with compassion.

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Overview & data

Notes
Co-ed to age 7, will be fully co-educational by 2027
Pupil numbers
107 ·
Religion
Methodist
Fees
£13,947 - £21,705 pa
Local authority
Kent County Council
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Headteacher

Head

Mrs Salli Hall

Since January 2021, Salli Hall, previously deputy head for three years, having first joined the school in 2008. After her geography degree from University of Wales, she worked for the London Futures and Options Exchange for 10 years before switching

Entrance

From 3+ into nursery, with reception and year 6 the other main entry points. ‘Gently selective,’ says school, which looks for average or above ability. Entrance via taster days for early years, then from year 3 there are NVR and VR tests. Nursery to

Open days
October, March, May

Exit

Around 65 per cent move up to the senior school (no exam), the rest mainly heading off to local grammars and a few to non-selective secondaries; The Weald Grammar School, Tunbridge Wells Girl’s Grammar, Tonbridge Girls’ Grammar and Benett Memorial

Latest results

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Teaching & learning

15
Average class sizes

Boarders

Currently no boarding.

Mobile phone policy

A clear mobile phone policy is a really important part of modern schooling. This school has provided us with their policy.

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

Switched off at the start of the school day and handed in to form tutors for students up to an including year 10. Students in year 11 and in the sixth form have designated areas that they can use their phones in.

Updated Oct 2025

Pupils

107
Number of pupils

Money matters

No bursaries.

Fee information
£13,947 - £21,705 pa

Our view

Parents talk of the ‘calm’ and ‘friendly’ staff making their decision a ‘done deal’ on their first visit. ‘Tell me everything about your child,’ new parents are asked, and they clearly feel listened to. Nobody is disappointed - when the pandemic

The last word

A school that gives pupils time and space to develop to their best ability within a tight knit community. Bubbling with compassion.

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What the school says

Kent College Prep School is a very special place where children are at the heart of everything we do. We believe that happy children learn best, that great pastoral care underpins everything and that success is gained from the learning journey as much as the destination. Offering opportunities to pupils who are inspired and willing to give their best, achieves great results. Our blend of individual attention and high aspirations in a nurturing community ensures our pupils achieve success without stress, and leave us as confident and well-rounded pupils who are ready and prepared for whatever their future holds.

Contact the school

Address

Old Church Road
Pembury
Tunbridge Wells
Kent
TN2 4AX
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Telephone: 01892 820204

Email: admissions@kentcollege.kent.sch.uk

Website: https://www.kent-college.co.uk/

Local authority: Kent County Council

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School data & information Kent College Prep School Old Church Road, Pembury, Tunbridge Wells, Kent, TN2 4AX
107 Pupil numbers
15 Average class sizes

Mobile phone policy

Provided by the school and not part of our review

Switched off at the start of the school day and handed in to form tutors for students up to an including year 10. Students in year 11 and in the sixth form have designated areas that they can use their phones in.

Updated Oct 2025

This is an independent school and therefore does not have Key Stage 2 SATs results. While some independent schools choose to sit SATs, they are not required to do so and the UK government does not collect or publish their results. Find out more.

Entry and exit data

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Recent leavers' destinations

SEN overview

Kent College Prep School is a mainstream school. The school may provide support for students with special educational needs as detailed below. If you require more information on conditions the school can support, we encourage you to contact the school directly.

SEN statement

Provided by the school and not part of our review

At Kent College Prep School, we work closely with class teachers to identify pupils who may benefit from additional support, either in the classroom or in a 1:1 setting. Our Head of SEND can offer educational abilities and achievements assessments in-house, and advises class teachers on strategies and interventions where necessary. We have specialist teachers for dyslexia, dyscalculia and dyspraxia support, together with specialist EAL staff. Our dedicated staff work closely with pupils who find social communication difficult, nurturing their self-confidence and guiding them towards success.

Updated Jun 2024

SEN conditons supported

Schools report the conditions they might be able to support. Please note, this may not be a complete list. Find out more.

Conditions (Might cover/be referred to as) Provision
ASD - Autistic Spectrum Disorder Aspergers, Autism, High functioning autism, Neurodivergent, Neurodiversity, Pathological Demand Avoidance (PDA), Social skills Yes
HI - Hearing Impairment
MLD - Moderate Learning Difficulty Learning needs
MSI - Multi-Sensory Impairment Sensory processing
OTH - Other Difficulty/Disability Downs Syndrome, Epilepsy, Genetic, Tics, Tourettes Yes
PD - Physical Disability
PMLD - Profound and Multiple Learning Difficulty Complex needs, Global delay, Global developmental delay
SEMH - Social, Emotional and Mental Health Anxiety, Complex needs, Emotionally based school avoidance (EBSA), Mental Health Yes
SLCN - Speech, Language and Communication Selective mutism
SLD - Severe Learning Difficulty Complex needs
SpLD - Specific Learning Difficulty Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Auditory processing, Developmental Co-ordination Difficulties (DCD), Dyscalculia, Dysgraphia, Dyslexia, Dyspraxia, Handwriting Yes
VI - Visual Impairment Special facilities for Visually Impaired
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