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Bethany School

Co-ed

We learn not for school but for life

Church of England
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Bethany School is a co-educational independent day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, set within 60 acres of the Weald of Kent near Goudhurst. Founded in 1866 by Reverend Joseph James Kendon, the school maintains a Christian ethos and focuses on the development of individual character. Facilities include a 25-metre indoor swimming pool, a climbing wall, and a high ropes course. The school provides a broad curriculum of GCSEs, A-levels, and BTECs, supported by a specialist learning support department and a programme of over 50 extracurricular activities.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Flexi Boarding
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding

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Last updated on 10 March 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

-2.9%

Bethany School's fees are 2.9% lower than the national average.

Vs. County Average

-2.5%

Bethany School's fees are 2.5% lower than the county average.

Based on 27 schools in Kent and 209 nationally.

Note: based on core termly fees including mandatory lunch and learning materials charges but excluding any discounts or other additional charges for extra-curriculars, registration, etc. Please check the schools' official websites for full fees and charges.

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Details

Founded:1866
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 67%/33% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 17.2% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 360 pupils
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Associations:
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
GCSE
A Level
AS Level
BTEC
Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)
Duke of Edinburgh’s Award
LAMDA
Scholarships:
Technology
Music
Academic
Art
Dance
Drama
Sport
Bursaries offered: Yes
Bethany School provides means-tested bursaries based on financial necessity. These awards are reviewed every year and are granted at the discretion of the school's governing body.
Sports Facilities:
Squash Court
Tennis Court
Table Tennis
Rounders
Cross Country Course
Basketball Court
Volleyball Court
Badminton Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Fencing
Archery
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Climbing Wall
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Zip Wire
High Ropes Course
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Student Kitchen
Drama Studio
3D Printer
Dark Room
Photography Studio
Theatre
Pupil Café
Health Centre
Textiles Studio
Recital Hall
Ceramics Studio
Dance Studio
Library
Bee-keeping
Podcast Studio
Laser Cutter
School Shop
SEND Centre
Chapel
Recording Studio

Contact Information

Address

Bethany School, Jarvis Lane, Curtisden Green, Goudhurst, Kent, TN17 1LB

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General Enquiries

01580 211273

Admissions

Company Details

Corporate Type:Company Limited by Guarantee (with Charitable Status)
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:307937
Registered Company No.:00624273