Kent College International Study Centre
Canterbury, Kent, South East · CT2 9DT
A specialist setting within the Kent College family, this small International Study Centre in Canterbury concentrates on preparing pupils for whom English is an additional language. With around 13 pupils on roll and boarding available, it offers an unusually intimate environment in which newcomers can build the language and academic foundations they need. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent at its most recent inspection, with personal development judged excellent and all compliance standards met. Led by Head Mr Mark Turnbull, it serves a distinctive purpose rather than functioning as a conventional secondary school.
13
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£22,467
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 11-17
- Pupils
- 13
- Location
- Canterbury, Kent, South East
- Website
- www.kentcollege.com
- Telephone
- 01227 763231
Entrance & admissions
- Entry age
- 11
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Headteacher
Head Mr Mark Turnbull
Latest results
Attainment 8
16.1
National average 46.9
GCSE grade 5+ (English & Maths)
0%
National average 47%
Teaching & academics
The centre teaches towards GCSE for pupils aged 11 to 17, though its headline attainment figures should be read in context: an Attainment 8 score of 16.1 against a national average of 46.9, and no pupils reaching grade 5 or above in English and Maths. These numbers reflect a cohort of international students who are typically working hard to develop English fluency before moving into mainstream study, rather than a measure of the school falling short. Small class sizes allow teaching to be closely tailored to each pupil's stage.
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 0
Qualifications offered
Ethos & heritage
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £19,533 - £22,467
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £25,200 - £41,580
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 25 November 2025
The last word
A niche, supportive stepping stone for international pupils preparing to study in the UK - best understood for what it sets out to do, not by league-table comparison.
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Kent College International Study Centre 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is Kent College International Study Centre located?
Kent College International Study Centre is located at Whitstable Road, Canterbury, CT2 9DT.
What type of school is Kent College International Study Centre?
Kent College International Study Centre is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend Kent College International Study Centre?
Kent College International Study Centre has approximately 13 pupils on roll.
What is Kent College International Study Centre's inspection rating?
Kent College International Study Centre is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 25 November 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.