Thomas's Kensington opened the doors of its new purpose-built school at 1 St Albans Grove.
Prep school
Thomas's Kensington
Thomas’s Kensington is a selective co-educational day school for students aged 4 to 11.
Day fees
£32,910 – £34,989
Entry
Observation + OtherSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Amy Boyer
Head
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
329
180 girls, 147 boys
Location
Kensington, Kensington and Chelsea
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
4 to 11
School type
Mainstream
Founded
1981
Entry points
3+, 4+
Nearest station
High Street Kensington
School day
8.15am to 4pm
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About Thomas's Kensington
Thomas’s Kensington is a selective co-educational day school for students aged 4 to 11. The main entry point is at Reception (4+), with occasional places available in Years 1 to 6. The school offers a happy and stimulating environment where children develop essential skills and a growth mindset.
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Our take
Independent co-ed prep school in Kensington and Chelsea for ages 4–11. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families looking for a prep school covering ages 4–11.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
No 3+ dates published yet.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£32,910 – £34,989per year · Day · 2026-27 · est. (3 x term)
Extras: registration, deposit, uniform, lunches, trips, music lessons, exam fees.
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
Multi-sportsDanceSports CompetitionsSwimmingParkourFootball
drama
Irish Dancing Club
academic club
Inventors ClubCodingQuiz Club
other
CrochetOutdoor Learning ProgrammeGardeningTextilesBikeability
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Five acres of leafy gardens (Richmond Hill campus)
arts
Art Studio (Thomas's Academy)Music Room (Thomas's Academy)
boarding
Historic College building with 58-bed boarding accommodation (singles, doubles, quads)
wellbeing
School garden (Thomas's Academy)
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA LevelThomas'S QualificationsEPQ
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Check fit for my childCalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 16 Dec 2026Half-term 19 Oct 2026–30 Oct 2026
Spring7 Jan 2027 → 19 Mar 2027Half-term 15 Feb 2027–19 Feb 2027
Summer13 Apr 2027 → 8 Jul 2027Half-term 31 May 2027–4 Jun 2027
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Thomas's Kensington best for?+
Thomas's Kensington suits: Families looking for a prep school covering ages 4–11; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at Thomas's Kensington?+
Day fees at Thomas's Kensington are £10,970 to £11,663 a term in 2026-27 (£32,910 to £34,989 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Thomas's Kensington?+
No dates are listed yet. Save Thomas's Kensington and we'll email you when booking opens.
How does admissions work?+
Thomas's Kensington is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Thomas's Kensington support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for Thomas's Kensington. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does Thomas's Kensington take?+
Thomas's Kensington takes pupils from age 4 to 11.
Is Thomas's Kensington a day or boarding school?+
Thomas's Kensington is a day school.
Is Thomas's Kensington co-educational or single-sex?+
Thomas's Kensington is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is Thomas's Kensington?+
Thomas's Kensington is in Kensington and Chelsea, W8 5PN.
How do I contact admissions at Thomas's Kensington?+
Contact Thomas's Kensington by email at kensington@thomas-s.co.uk or phone on 02073616500.
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