King's College School
King's College School, Wimbledon is a boys' day school for ages 4 to 18 offering junior and senior education with a strong academic and co-curricular programme.
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Our take
Independent boys all-through school in Merton for ages 7–19. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 7–19) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
- Families who value a C of E ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Internationally-mobile families wanting IB or American-style qualifications rather than only A-levels.
- Fees aren't published. Treat published external fee comparisons with caution and ask admissions directly before shortlisting.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The C of E ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
- Single-sex (boys). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
About the head
“Sancte et Sapienter”
With holiness and wisdom — a community of intellectual ambition, breadth and kindness rooted in scholarship.
Distinctive features
Founded 1829 by King George IV as the junior department of King's College London
Member of the Eton Group
Co-educational sixth form admitting girls alongside boys
Dual sixth-form pathway
A-level and IB Diploma
Five Victoria Cross holders among Old Boys
Adjacent to Wimbledon Common
Activities & co-curricular
sport
music
drama
academic club
other
Facilities
sports
arts
academic
wellbeing
Latest exam results
88% A*/A and , with average grade A+ and 41 Oxbridge offers
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 237 | 206 | — | 228 | 220 |
| Oxbridge | 41 | 37 | 43 | 41 | 26 |
| Russell Group | — | 145 | — | 140 | — |
| US Ivy | 17 | 6 | 1 | — | — |
| Medicine | 15 | 12 | 1 | — | — |
Recent coverage
In August 2025 King's Upper Sixth recorded 88% A*/A and 95% A*-A at A-level with 41 Oxbridge places and 15 medics across a cohort of 183 pupils, sustaining the school's place in the national top 10.
Notable alumni
Open-day dates not yet published
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Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Sat, 12 Sept 2026 | Whole School Open Morning | Open Morning |
| Tue, 13 Oct 2026 | Musicians' Afternoon | Taster Day |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
House system
Wellbeing
A house-based pastoral system is reinforced by tutors, a counselling service and a dedicated wellbeing curriculum, with explicit focus on the transition to a co-educational sixth form.
Inspection
Isi — 1 Jan 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2026-27
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Questions parents ask
Common questions about King's College School, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is King's College School best for?+
Independent boys all-through school in Merton for ages 7–19. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
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?+
2 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@kcs.org.uk or phone on +44 (20) 8255 5300. 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 King's College School — see the "Schools like King's College School" grid below. Most parents shortlist 4–6 schools before applying.
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