MixedIndependentBoarding

King's College Prep School

Taunton, Somerset, South West · TA2 8AA

A small Church of England prep school in Taunton, Somerset, King's College Prep takes children from the early years right through to age 13, with both day and boarding places. Around 277 pupils are on roll, and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 12 reflects the close attention possible in a school of this size. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent overall, with the same top mark for pupils' personal development, and found all compliance standards met. Under Head Heidi Berry, it offers a settled, structured environment, with mobile phones kept out of the school day.

277

Pupils

excellent

ISI

£24,645

Day fees / yr

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Overview & data

Gender: Mixed
Type: independent (fee-paying) school
Age range: 2-13
Pupils: 277
Pupil:teacher ratio: 12
Location: Taunton, Somerset, South West
Website: https://www.kings-taunton.co.uk/school-life/life-at-kings/
Telephone: 01823 285920

Headteacher

Head Heidi Berry

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Teaching & academics

The ISI's excellent rating points to consistently strong provision across the curriculum. Notably, more than a quarter of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school comfortable adapting to a broad range of learning needs. Academic scholarships are offered, recognising and stretching able pupils as they prepare for senior school.

Learning support & SEN

SEN support: 27.17%
EHC plans: 0%

Arts & extracurricular

Scholarships

AcademicMusicArtDrama/Performing ArtsSportDesign Technology

Beyond the classroom

Scholarships span music, art, drama and performing arts, sport and design technology, signalling genuine breadth beyond the classroom. The excellent rating for personal development reinforces a focus on the whole child. Boarding adds a further dimension to school life, with boarders able to keep mobile phones in the boarding house at set times to stay in touch with family and friends.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character: C of E
Boarding: Yes

Mobile phone policy

Children are not to have mobile phones in school. Boarders benefit from having their mobile phones in the boarding house at certain times to facilitate communication with friends and families.

Money matters

Day fees (per year): £11,535 - £24,645
Boarding fees (per year): £27,615 - £35,685

Generous arrangements available for Forces families

Inspection reports

ISI rating: excellent
ISI personal development: excellent
Last inspected: 11 November 2025

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The last word

A small, well-rounded prep school with boarding and a strong inspection record. Generous bursary arrangements for Forces families make it worth a look for service households in the South West.

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