Boarding
Boarding at Kent College Senior School is a central part of school life and we welcome boarders from all over the world as well as the UK. We pride ourselves on the warm, family feel of our boarding house which is a home away from home. Life at Kent College is full of opportunity, and our boarders are given the support to achieve academic success, grow in confidence and be a valued part of our community.
The boarding house is run by experienced staff including a house parent and assistant house parent who are on hand to provide encouragement, support and care. Boarders share rooms of up to three, and older boarders may have their own rooms, some with an ensuite. We have an onsite medical centre, a dedicated pastoral team to help with our boarders' wellbeing, and house tutors provide study support.
We offer flexible exeat weekend where boarders can choose to remain onsite or leave to stay with their guardian.
Boarders exhibit a sense of community and contribute to creating a positive and supportive environment.
They collaborate well and progressively manage their study time more effectively due to the structured and supportive environment provided.
Boarding Offer
Boarding Offer
We offer students from Year 7 three types of boarding:
Full Boarding - Boarders stay at school for the full term with flexible exeats where they can remain at school for quiet study.
Weekly Boarding - Boarders arrive at school on a Sunday night or Monday morning and remain until Friday for the duration of each term.
Flexi-Boarding - Students can stay from one to three nights a week on a regular or ad hoc basis.
Activities
Boarders participate in a busy and varied weekday and weekend programme of activities. During the week, they can take part in a wide range of school clubs in all areas of the school curriculum that include Creative and Performing Arts, STEM, Cultural and Leadership Programmes, Wellbeing, Sport and Study Support clubs.
In the evenings, after prep and supper our younger boarders have planned activities including a cinema night, pamper evening, and tech free time.
Boarders have plenty of opportunities to explore the local area, learn about British culture and develop new skills. There are cultural excursions to London, museums and the theatre. Kent College is close to many historic and National Trust sites. Leisure trips include ice skating, countryside walks to local farm shops, visits to local the cinema or theme parks. There are plenty of onsite activities including workshops, sport and fitness. Boarders organise events such as an International Evening, Charity Ball and community Christmas lunch.
