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Sevenoaks School

Co-ed
Non-Denominational
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Sevenoaks School is a co-educational day and boarding school for pupils aged 11 to 18, situated in Sevenoaks, Kent. Established in 1432, it is one of England's oldest secular school foundations. The school occupies a 100-acre campus on the edge of the town, bordering Knole Park, featuring green, spacious grounds and a blend of historic and modern architecture. The school claims to focus on a progressive, academic, and global outlook, with its Sixth Form students pursuing the International Baccalaureate Diploma. Its ethos encourages critical thinking and a love of learning.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Full Boarding

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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

+21.4%

Sevenoaks School's fees are 21.4% higher than the national average.

Vs. County Average

+21.9%

Sevenoaks School's fees are 21.9% 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

Demonym:Sennockian
Founded:1432
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 50%/50% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 36.2% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 1,243 pupils
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Registered Charity No.:1101358
Registered Company No.:04908949
Owner/Stakeholder: Sevenoaks Family of Schools (owner)
Qualifications/Certifications Offered:
International Baccalaureate Diploma
GCSE
IGCSE
Scholarships:
Music
Bursaries offered: Yes
Means-tested financial assistance is available for day students from Years 7, 9 or 12, ranging from 5% to 100% of tuition fees. Applicants must live within a 45-minute commute. Assistance may also cover additional school costs. Eligibility is assessed through means-testing, with combined household incomes up to £130k (and sometimes up to £190k) considered for support, and up to £68k for a full bursary.
Sports Facilities:
Astroturf Pitch
Athletics Track
Badminton Court
Basketball Court
Climbing Wall
Cricket Grounds
Cross Country Course
Fencing
Football Pitch
Golf Course
Gym (Strength & Conditioning)
Hockey Pitch
Netball Courts
Playing Fields
Rugby Pitch
Sailing facilities
Shooting Range
Sports Hall
Squash Court
Swimming Pool (Indoor)
Tennis Court
Volleyball Court
Archery
Futsal
Other Facilities:
Drama Studio
Theatre
Recording Studio
Music Studio
Library
Cinema
Wellbeing Suite
Exhibition Space

Contact Information

Address

Sevenoaks School, High Street, Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 1HU

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General Enquiries

+44 (0)1732 455133