Kent College Pembury
Tunbridge Wells, Kent · TN2 4AX
Kent College Pembury is a Methodist-founded, coeducational day and boarding school spanning ages 2–18 in Tunbridge Wells with an ISI 'Excellent' rating. The school emphasises kindness, community, and inclusive nurturing alongside rigorous academics and extensive facilities. It is undergoing a significant transition to full coeducation across senior school and sixth form from 2026, having been girls-only at senior level historically.
- →ISI 'Excellent' inspection rating and strong Methodist values emphasising community and kindness
- →Flexible, personalised curriculum that supports individual pathways and learning styles
- →Excellent all-through provision from age 2 with boarding option; recently co-ed prep and imminent senior co-ed transition
Who thrives here
Pupils who value pastoral support and community ethos; those seeking flexibility within academic rigour; families wanting boarding or day options; children who thrive in a nurturing, values-driven environment rather than a high-pressure hothouse.
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Contact & visit
Old Church Road, Pembury
Tunbridge Wells, Kent
TN2 4AX
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Frequently asked questions
What are the fees at Kent College Pembury?
Day fees at Kent College Pembury are approximately £21,600 per year (2025/26). Boarding fees are higher.
How do you get into Kent College Pembury?
Kent College Pembury admits pupils at 3+, 4+, 7+, 8+, 11+, 13+, 16+. Entry is assessed by 11+ Selective Examination. See the Admissions section above for open days and key dates.
What are Kent College Pembury's exam results?
At Kent College Pembury, 11.1% of A-levels were graded A*–B and 44.4% of GCSEs were grade 7/A or above. Full results are in the Results section above.
Is Kent College Pembury a boarding school?
Kent College Pembury offers boarding as well as day places.
What is Kent College Pembury's latest inspection rating?
ISI rated Kent College Pembury “Excellent” (2023).
What parents say
Frequently praised
✓Strong Methodist values and emphasis on kindness, community and inclusion
✓Flexible, personalised approach to learning that supports diverse learners and ambitions
✓Excellent pastoral care and nurturing environment; supportive rather than pressurised
✓Artistic and performance opportunities; well-resourced facilities
Common concerns
!School is not yet Ofsted-inspected (though ISI rated 'Excellent'), limiting independent verification of recent standards
!Coeducation transition from 2026 may create a period of adjustment for established senior pupils and staff
!Limited public information on specific academic outcomes, sixth-form destinations, or detailed SEND provision