Kensington Park School
A vibrant day and boarding school in the heart of London offering an exceptional education for boys and girls aged 11 to 18.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry.
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 11–18, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
About the head
“Ad Altiora Tendo”
Our scholarship programme is designed to nurture and reward outstanding academic performance and ability in all areas of school life.
Distinctive features
Scholarships at every entry point
Wide range of scholarships
academic, music, sport, art, drama
Scholarship holders become ambassadors
Annual scholarship reviews
Strong emphasis on arts and sports engagement
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
service
other
Facilities
sports
arts
boarding
wellbeing
Latest exam results
In 2025, students achieved and , and nearly half of GCSE entries were graded 9/8/7 with notable high achievements in Maths and English
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2022 | |
|---|---|---|
| Cohort | — | 38 |
| Russell Group | — | 5 |
| US Ivy | 1 | 1 |
Recent coverage
As of May 2026, there have been no notable news reports regarding Kensington Park School's exam results, leadership changes, building projects, or inspection outcomes between 2024 and 2026.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 Sept 2025 | 15 Nov 2025 | 6 Mar 2026 | Closed |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
House system
Pupils are organised into houses for pastoral and competitive life.
Wellbeing
You can contact our Admissions department at <admissions@kps.co.uk> or +44 (0)20 7616 4400. [Contact us](mailto:admissions@kps.co.uk?cc=marketing@kps.co.uk\&subject=Re%3A%20Last-minute%20places%20available) [Skip to content](#content-wrap) [avatar icon Parent Portal](https://kpssenior.fireflycloud.net/login/login.aspx?prelogin=https%3a%2f%2fkpssenior.fireflycloud.net%2fstaff) [Book a visit](https://www.kps.co.uk/admissions/open-days-and-visits) [Parent Portal](https://kpssenior.fireflycloud.net/login/login.aspx?prelogin=https%3a%2f%2fkpssenior.fireflycloud.net%2fstaff) [Book a visit](https://www.kps.co.uk/admissions/open-days-and-visits) [About Us](https://www.kps.co.uk/about-us/) KPS.
Inspection
Isi — 1 Jan 2023
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about Kensington Park School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is Kensington Park School best for?+
Independent co-ed senior school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 11–18, day or boarding. Selective entry.
How does admissions work?+
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Are fees published?+
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Does the school support SEND?+
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
Are there open days?+
9 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@kps.co.uk or phone on +44 (0)20 7616 4400. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
What similar schools should I compare?+
We've ranked 6 schools by semantic similarity to Kensington Park School — see the "Schools like Kensington Park School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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