Tonbridge School
“Deus Dat Incrementum”
(God Giveth the Increase)
Tonbridge School is an independent boarding and day school for boys aged 13-18, founded in 1553 by Sir Andrew Judde. Situated on an extensive 150-acre site in Tonbridge, Kent, the school is located approximately 40 minutes from London. The school claims to focus on developing "fine minds and good hearts" by fostering connections between ideas, interests, and people, embodied by its ethos "Only Connect." Its campus integrates historical architecture with modern facilities, supporting a wide range of academic and co-curricular activities. A strong house system is central to its pastoral care.
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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
+51.5%
Tonbridge School's fees are 51.5% higher than the national average.
Vs. County Average
+49.8%
Tonbridge School's fees are 49.8% higher than the county average.
Based on 20 schools in Kent and 156 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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