Prep School
We are delighted you are considering Kent College Prep School for your son or daughter.
We invite families to visit us throughout the year; come along to Prep School events or book a personal tour with the Head or Head of Early Years
Families with pre-school children are very welcome to join the Parent and Toddler Group that runs Friday mornings, 10.00am-11.00am during the term.
We hope you and your child will spend time getting to know us in advance of applying for a place and joining us.
Ready for Reception
Friday 30th January, 8.40am – 10.00am
If you’re starting to think about your child's next steps, this session offers a gentle introduction to life in Reception. You’ll be able to see the classrooms, chat with our staff, and begin to get an idea of what your child will experience and learn in the step up to 'big school'.
Book HereIt’s Showtime – Prep School Open Morning
It’s Showtime – Prep School Open Morning
Saturday 7th February 2026, 8.45am-11am
Looking for a Nursery or Prep school place? Join our Open Morning where your child can take part in music workshops led by our Director of Performing Arts, Ms Helen Bruce. It’s a wonderful opportunity to meet our specialist teachers and find out more about the performing arts provision available to pupils. The event is for children aged 2-11 years.
Unlocking Potential, Inspiring Performance
Thursday 26th February, Prep event 4.30pm to 5.45pm. Senior event 6.00pm to 8.00pm.
Experience why sport excels at Kent College, where we unlock potential and inspire performance. Meet our dedicated staff, explore our outstanding facilities, and hear from our inspiring guest speaker.
Please let us know on the form if you would like to attend the Prep School event from 4.30pm to 5.45pm to learn about our prep school sports provision and learn about our pathways, or if you would like to come to the Senior School event from 6.00pm to 8.00pm to learn about our senior school sports provision and scholarships.
Book HereStay and Play
Fridays in Term Time, 10.00am to 11.00am
Families with pre-school children are welcome to join our free Stay and Play session. These sessions feature fun play, creative crafts, and enjoyable singing or a story time. It’s a fantastic chance to explore the Nursery setting, meet the staff and other families, and watch your child have a lovely time! The sessions are suitable for parents with children from new-born to 3 years.
Book HereSchool Tours
Term Time
We warmly invite families to visit our Prep School for an individual tour with Head, Mrs Hall or Head of Early Years, Mrs Cole. These are by appointment only during term time.
Book HereAPPLICATION PROCESS
If you would like apply for a place for your child, we ask for an application form together with a £120 registration fee (if applicant's parents live in the UK/EU) or £180 (if applicant's parents live outside the EU). The registration fee now includes VAT and is non refundable.
Once we have received your application and registration fee we will arrange a taster day for your child. Assessment for Prep entry up to Year 3 is based on observation within a class setting. For entry to Year 4 and above children will sit an online computer based assessment. Pupils entering Year 3 mid-year will also sit an assessment.
We will write with an offer of a place, and to accept a £300 deposit and signed contract is required. The deposit now includes VAT.