King's College School, Wimbledon
Founded 1829 as part of King's College London — academic boys' day school on Wimbledon Common (girls in Sixth Form), consistently in the UK top 10.
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Our take
Independent boys' all-through school in Wimbledon for ages 7–18 with co-ed Sixth Form. Highly selective day school, A-level + IB Diploma, top 10 nationally.
AI-generated guidanceApplication timeline
4 of 6 admissions stages have confirmed dates. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | 1 Jan 2026 | 18 Sept 2026 | 31 Jan 2027 | Tbc |
Open events
Talks & tasters
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, 12 Sept 2026 | Whole School Open Morning | Open Morning |
| Tue, 13 Oct 2026 | Musicians' Afternoon | Taster Day |
| Tue, 13 Oct 2026 | Taster Day | Taster Day |
Fees
Bursaries & Scholarships
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
Latest exam results
88% A*/A and , with average grade A+ and 41 Oxbridge offers
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 235 | 205 | 220 | 212 | 196 |
| Oxbridge | 37 | 39 | 41 | 39 | 25 |
| Russell Group | 178 | 171 | 180 | 173 | 158 |
| US Ivy | 9 | 4 | 5 | 13 | 5 |
| Medicine | 13 | 6 | 22 | 14 | 12 |
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
Registration deadline confirmed
King's College School, Wimbledon closes registrations on 18 Sept 2026. Add the deadline to your plan and start booking visits before applications.
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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 — 25 Feb 2025
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
Term dates 2025-26
Questions parents ask
Common questions about King's College School, Wimbledon, answered from this school’s structured profile data. Always confirm specifics with admissions before applying.
What kind of child is King's College School, Wimbledon best for?+
Independent boys' all-through school in Wimbledon for ages 7–18 with co-ed Sixth Form. Highly selective day school, A-level + IB Diploma, top 10 nationally.
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 section on this 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?+
7 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 (0)20 8255 5300. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
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Frequently asked questions
- How much are the fees at King's College School, Wimbledon?
- Day fees at King's College School, Wimbledon range from £29,022 to £34,212 per year.
- When is the next open day at King's College School, Wimbledon?
- The next open day at King's College School, Wimbledon is on 12 September 2026.
- What ages does King's College School, Wimbledon take?
- King's College School, Wimbledon takes pupils from age 7 to 18.
- Is King's College School, Wimbledon a day or boarding school?
- King's College School, Wimbledon is a day school.
- Is King's College School, Wimbledon co-educational or single-sex?
- King's College School, Wimbledon is a boys' school.
- Where is King's College School, Wimbledon?
- King's College School, Wimbledon is in Merton, SW19 4TT.
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