The King's School, Chester
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Application timeline
2 of 8 admissions stages have confirmed dates. Save this school to be notified when dates are published.
| Year | Opens | Closes | Reply by | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027-28 | TBC | TBC | TBC | Open |
Open events
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
Talks & tasters
| Date | Event | Type |
|---|---|---|
| Sat, 19 Sept 2026 | Sixth Form Open Day | Sixth Form Open |
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Bursaries & Scholarships
About the head
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Latest exam results
Where leavers go
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 110 | 100 | 115 | 105 | — |
| Oxbridge | 5 | 1 | 3 | 7 | — |
| Russell Group | 10 | 8 | 11 | 9 | — |
| US Ivy | 0 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Medicine | 5 | 6 | 11 | 5 | — |
Recent coverage
In 2026, The King's School, Chester has celebrated numerous achievements including hosting the MCC and organizing a Junior Army Camp for the Combined Cadet Force. The school also marked Outdoor Classroom Day and held a successful Willow Lodge Sports Day. Notable events featured visits from award-winning authors and career talks by alumni such as Charlotte Seddon (OKS 2011) and Dr. Natalie Kenny, highlighting the school's strong community spirit and commitment to diverse educational opportunities.
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Open day available
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Isi — 1 Sept 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
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How does admissions work?+
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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?+
SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has identified needs, contact admissions early to discuss capacity.
Are there open days?+
5 upcoming open days or tours — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
How do I contact admissions?+
email at admissions@kingschester.co.uk or phone on 01244689500. 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 The King's School, Chester?
- Day fees at The King's School, Chester range from £13,362 to £19,764 per year.
- When is the next open day at The King's School, Chester?
- The next open day at The King's School, Chester is on 26 September 2026.
- What ages does The King's School, Chester take?
- The King's School, Chester takes pupils from age 7 to 18.
- Is The King's School, Chester a day or boarding school?
- The King's School, Chester is a day school.
- Is The King's School, Chester co-educational or single-sex?
- The King's School, Chester is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
- Where is The King's School, Chester?
- The King's School, Chester is in Chester, CH4 7QL.
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