Kent College Pembury

Co educational boarding and day from Sep 2026 in Tunbridge Wells, Kent

Set in a beautiful 75 acre rural parkland estate just outside of Royal Tunbridge Wells in Kent, the School boasts an excellent location due to its proximity to London and the Gatwick and Heathrow airports.

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Unlocking the potential of all.

Kent College Pembury is an ISI-rated ‘Excellent’ independent day and boarding school for students aged 11 to 18. Located just outside Tunbridge Wells in Kent, the Senior School offers a high-quality education in a safe, supportive, and inspiring environment set within 75 acres of beautiful countryside.


Kent College Senior School will become fully co-educational from September 2026, welcoming both boys and girls into its inclusive and empowering learning community.


Boarding at Kent College is a central part of school life, with students joining from across the UK and around the world. We pride ourselves on the warm, family feel of our boarding house, which truly is a home away from home. Life at Kent College is full of opportunity, and our boarders are supported to achieve academic success, grow in confidence, and become valued members of a close-knit community.


The school combines academic ambition with a strong co-curricular programme. Facilities include two indoor sports halls, a heated indoor swimming pool, floodlit Astro pitch, 200-seat theatre, art studios, and a modern science block. The dedicated Sixth Form centre offers an inspiring pre-university environment with expert guidance for future pathways.

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Head MIss Katrina Hanford
School Type Combined school for girls
Junior Age Range 3 - 11
Senior Age Range 11 - 18
Academic GCSE: Yes
Alevel: Yes
Int'l Baccalaureate: No
Vocational
Total Students 559
Youngest Boarder 10
Int'l Students 52