Prep School
We are delighted you are considering Kent College Prep School for your son or daughter. The school is currently co-educational up to Year 3 with boys able join up to Year 6 from September 2025.
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
Monday 12th May and Tuesday 20th May, 9.00am-10.00am
Families interested in learning more about our Reception class are invited to join us to meet Mrs Cole, Head of Early Years and Reception teacher and see lessons in action. These will be Phonics on Monday 12th May and PE on Tuesday 20th May, both from 9.00-10.00am. Places are limited and we encourage families to book one session only.
Stay & Play
Tuesdays, 13th May, 10th June, 1st July
For families interested in joining Forest Explorers Nursery, the Stay and Play sessions are a fantastic opportunity to take part in a Forest Fun lesson in the beautiful woodlands that surround our school. The sessions will run 9.00am - 10.00am and suitable footwear and clothing are required.
Super Sport Saturday
Saturday 14th June 2025, 8.45am to 11.00am
Join us for a fantastic morning of sport including hockey, gymnastics, cricket, football and trampolining. Explore our sports provision and the amazing facilities our KC Prep boys and girls have access to. Suitable from rising 3 - 11 years.
Book HereParent and Toddler Group
Fridays, 10.00am-11.00am, Term Time
Families with pre-school children are welcome to join our free Parent and Toddler Group. These sessions feature fun play, creative crafts, and enjoyable singing or a story 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.