Benenden School

Girls

Church of England

Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)

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Benenden School, founded in 1923, is an all-girls boarding school situated in 250 acres of parkland in Kent, a rural setting. It accommodates approximately 550-560 girls aged 11-18, with a limited number of day places. The school claims to focus on a 'Complete Education', aiming to shape future generations of successful, visionary women, and fostering values such as confidence, compassion, courage, and courtesy.

Selectivity:

Non-selective

Boarding:

Full Boarding

Weekly Boarding

Values:

Courage

Courtesy

Confidence

Compassion

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Fees (Day Pupils)

Vs. National Average

+42.9%

Benenden School's fees are 42.9% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+43.4%

Benenden School's fees are 43.4% higher 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:1923

Gender Mix:Girls only

Boarder Mix:Approx. 90.4% of pupils are boarders

School Size: Approx. 560 pupils

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Registered Charity No.:307854

Registered Company No.:00196353

Associations:

Qualifications/Certifications Offered:

A Level

GCSE

Extended Project Qualification (EPQ)

BTEC

IGCSE

Scholarships:

Choral

Music

All-Rounder

Bursaries offered: Yes

Benenden School offers means-tested bursaries ranging from 10% to 100% of fees, covering school fees, uniforms, educational trips, and living expenses. These are available for entry at 11+, 12+, 13+, 14+, and 16+, and are not contingent on a scholarship award. Bursaries are primarily for UK resident day pupils, with exceptional consideration for boarding. Families with a joint net disposable income under £35,000 may receive up to 100% funding.

Sports Facilities:

Astroturf Pitch

Athletics Track

Cricket Grounds

Cross Country Course

Gym (Strength & Conditioning)

Hockey Pitch

Lacrosse

Multi Use Games Area (MUGA).

Netball Courts

Playing Fields

Rugby Pitch

Swimming Pool (Indoor)

Tennis Court

Sports Hall

Other Facilities:

Chapel

Music Studio

Recording Studio

Theatre

Pupil Café

Health Centre

Library

Exhibition Space

Contact Information

Address

Benenden School, Cranbrook Road, Cranbrook, Kent, TN17 4AA

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Website

https://www.benenden.school/

General Enquiries

01580 240592

Admissions

01580 240592