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Boys' Private Schools in Kent
Parents exploring boys’ education in Kent will encounter a number of highly regarded independent prep and senior schools. The county has long maintained a reputation for structured academic pathways and strong extracurricular programmes. School Scout supports families in comparing established boys’ schools, from day provision to full boarding settings.
Explore all private schools in Kent, or compare schools across South East.
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The New Beacon School
Sevenoaks, Kent, TN13 2PB
Fees from
£5,596 / term
Range £5,596 - £16,165 (inc. VAT)
Boys
2–14
293
Day & Boarding
Tonbridge School
Partner school
Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1JP
Fees from
£15,526 / term
Range £15,526 - £0 (inc. VAT)
Boys
13–18
803
Day & Boarding
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Frequently asked questions about private schools in Kent
How many private schools are there in Kent?
There are 71 independent schools across Kent, including a mix of prep, senior and sixth form.
Are there boarding schools in Kent?
Yes, independent schools across Kent offer boarding options, including full, weekly and flexi boarding.
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
Families can compare boarding vs day schools to understand the differences.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/boarding-vs-day-schools
What age can children start private school in Kent?
Most independent schools across Kent accept pupils from age 3 or 4, with key entry points at 7+, 11+, 13+ and 16+.
See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
See the UK private school admissions timeline to understand when to apply at each stage.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How do I apply to private schools in Kent?
Applications typically begin 1-2 years in advance and involve registration, assessments and interviews.
Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
Families can follow the UK private school admissions timeline to understand entry points, key dates and the overall process.
https://schoolscout.uk/posts/uk-private-school-admissions-timeline
How many boys' schools are there in Kent?
There are 2 independent boys' schools across Kent, offering single-sex education.
Are there many single-sex schools in Kent?
Across Kent, families can find both single-sex and co-educational schools, with co-ed options typically more widely available.