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Duke of Kent School

Cranleigh, Surrey · GU6 7NS

AAB+ A-level

9–7 GCSE

51.5%

Day fees

£20k

Inspection

Not yet inspected

School website

Duke of Kent School is a coeducational day school in Cranleigh, Surrey, spanning nursery through sixth form with approximately 340 pupils. The school emphasises a warm, nurturing environment where pupils are stretched, challenged, and supported to discover their individual potential. Its ethos centres on developing healthy, confident, compassionate young adults with access to 'above and beyond' enrichment opportunities across academics, sport, performing arts, and pastoral care.

  • All-through provision from age 3 to 18 in a single Surrey location, minimising transition disruption
  • Explicit focus on pupil wellbeing alongside rigorous academics, with Forest School embedded in Early Years
  • Strong co-curricular offer spanning sport, music, drama, and enrichment with dedicated facilities and staff

Who thrives here

Families seeking a nurturing, all-through independent day school with broad pastoral support and a balanced academic culture that values individual development as much as achievement. Pupils who benefit from stable transitions and integrated pastoral systems tend to thrive.

Strengths at a glance

Exam results50th pctSports50th pctCo-curricular50th pctValue vs peers50th pctPastoral & wellbeingno data

Percentiles within UK independent + grammar schools we track.

At a glance

School typeAll-Through · Day
Founded1976
Number of pupils340
Age range3–18
GenderCo-educational
Day fees£19.5k/yr
AssociationsISC
Settingsuburban
LocationCranleigh station on the Guildford–Cranleigh branch line provides local rail access; school transport mentioned in website.

Contact & visit

Peaslake Road, Ewhurst

Cranleigh, Surrey

GU6 7NS

www.dukeofkentschool.org.uk
01483277313
Mrs Susan Knox, Head

Nearest stations

Cranleigh5 min
Guildford15 min

Recent investment

The Burrow facility opening (year unknown from excerpt)

Frequently asked questions

What are the fees at Duke of Kent School?

Day fees at Duke of Kent School are approximately £19,500 per year (2024/25).

How do you get into Duke of Kent School?

Duke of Kent School admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by Interview, Assessment. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.

What are Duke of Kent School's exam results?

At Duke of Kent School, 51.5% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.

Is Duke of Kent School a boarding school?

Duke of Kent School is a day school in Cranleigh and does not offer boarding.

What parents say

Frequently praised

Nurturing, warm pastoral culture valuing individual development

All-through provision reducing transitions and enabling continuity of care

Strong breadth of co-curricular offer including music, drama, and sport

Commitment to pupil wellbeing integrated with academics

Common concerns

!Not yet inspected by Ofsted, so independent external validation of quality not yet available