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Junior King's School

Co-ed
Church of England
Nursery - Year 8 (Ages 3-13)
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Junior King’s School is a co-educational day and boarding preparatory school for pupils aged 3 to 13, situated on the Milner Court estate in Sturry, Kent. Set within 80 acres along the River Stour, the campus features a 16th-century manor house and a historic tithe barn. The school serves as the junior department of The King’s School, Canterbury, offering a curriculum that balances academic study with music, sport, and performing arts. Facilities include a dedicated music school, a sports hall, and a heated outdoor swimming pool.

Selectivity:
Academic
Junior King's School maintains an academically selective admissions policy. Prospective students are required to participate in an assessment or taster day as part of the application procedure. For children entering at the Nursery or Reception levels, these evaluations are play-based and informal. Students applying for older year groups, such as Year 3 or Year 7, undergo more formal assessments, typically involving tests in English and Mathematics. Final decisions on enrolment are based on the results of these assessments alongside a confidential reference from the candidate's existing school. It is important to note that moving from the Junior School to the Senior School is not guaranteed and requires meeting further assessment criteria.
Boarding:
Ad-Hoc 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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Details

Founded:1879
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 55%/45% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 24.1% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 365 pupils
SmallLarge
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
Common Entrance to Senior
LAMDA
ABRSM
Trinity College London
Scholarships:
Music
Academic
Performing arts
Dance
Choral
Drama
Bursaries offered: Yes
The school provides means-tested financial assistance for families, mainly from Year 7 onwards. These awards are based on financial need and can cover up to the full cost of boarding fees.
Sports Facilities:
Tennis Court
Rounders
Swimming Pool (Outdoor)
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Hockey Pitch
Cricket Grounds
Netball Courts
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Sports Hall
Football Pitch
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
3D Printer
Forest School
Theatre
Health Centre
Recital Hall
Dance Studio
Music Studio
Library
Laser Cutter
Chapel

Contact Information

Address

Milner Court, Sturry, Canterbury, Kent, CT2 0AY

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General Enquiries

+44 (0) 1227 714000

Admissions

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Company Details

Corporate Type:Royal Charter Corporation
Charitable Status:Charitable
Registered Charity No.:307942
Owner/Stakeholder:The King's School, Canterbury (owner)