St Faith's Prep School Canterbury
Canterbury, Kent, South East · CT3 2HH
A small, family-feel prep school in Canterbury, St Faith's takes children from age two right through to eleven, with around 235 pupils on roll. At its most recent ISI inspection the school earned an "excellent" rating, the inspectorate's top grade, and met all compliance requirements. The compact size lends itself to a close-knit community where staff can know each child well. Led by headteacher Helen Coombs, it serves families looking for a settled, independent education across the early years and primary stage.
235
Pupils
excellent
ISI
£15,750
Day fees / yr
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- Gender
- Mixed
- Type
- independent (fee-paying) school
- Age range
- 2-11
- Pupils
- 235
- Location
- Canterbury, Kent, South East
- Website
- https://www.stfaithsprep.com/
- Telephone
- 01304 813 409
Headteacher
Headteacher Helen Coombs
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Teaching & academics
St Faith's holds the highest ISI judgement of "excellent", a strong endorsement of the quality of education across its 2-11 age range. Around one in ten pupils receives some form of SEN support, suggesting the school is geared to accommodate a range of learning needs within its small classes. The single-site, all-through prep structure allows for continuity as children progress towards the 11+ stage.
Learning support & SEN
- SEN support
- 10.46%
- EHC plans
- 2.09%
Ethos & heritage
- Boarding
- No
Mobile phone policy
Not permitted
Money matters
- Day fees (per year)
- £12,450 - £15,750
- Bursaries up to
- 50% of fees
Means-tested bursaries (10-50%) available for existing pupils whose circumstances have changed
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 18 November 2025
The last word
A small Canterbury prep with top marks from the inspectors and a personal touch, suited to families who value continuity from the nursery years through to eleven.
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St Faith's Prep School Canterbury 11+: frequently asked questions
Where is St Faith's Prep School Canterbury located?
St Faith's Prep School Canterbury is located at 5 The Street, Ash, Canterbury, Canterbury, CT3 2HH.
What type of school is St Faith's Prep School Canterbury?
St Faith's Prep School Canterbury is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.
How many pupils attend St Faith's Prep School Canterbury?
St Faith's Prep School Canterbury has approximately 235 pupils on roll.
What is St Faith's Prep School Canterbury's inspection rating?
St Faith's Prep School Canterbury is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 18 November 2025.
Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.