English Test Submit Application

Dover College

Co-educational British boarding school in the heart of Kent

Why this school

What makes Dover College distinctive

01

Round Square member school, giving pupils access to international exchanges and service projects worldwide.

02

Campus sits within the grounds of a 12th-century Benedictine priory in Dover, Kent.

03

One campus runs from Nursery (age 2) through sixth form, with around 400 pupils enrolled.

Accredited by
  • ISI

About Dover College

Dover College is a co-educational independent day and boarding school in Dover, Kent, accepting pupils from age 2 through to the sixth form. The school was established in 1871 on the grounds of a 12th-century Benedictine priory, one of the more architecturally distinctive settings in British private education. Around 400 pupils are on roll across nursery, prep, and senior stages, all sharing a single campus. Dover College holds Round Square membership, a network connecting member schools through international exchanges and service projects. ISI (Independent Schools Inspectorate) inspectors visited in February 2024. Admissions are open to day and full boarding pupils alike, and proximity to the Channel Tunnel makes the school straightforwardly accessible for European and international families.

Academic Life

Dover College follows the national curriculum framework through to GCSE, with A-levels in the sixth form. The school’s ‘Personal Best’ ethos translates in practice into small class sizes and teaching that adjusts pace and approach to the individual rather than the cohort. That structure suits pupils who benefit from closer teacher contact than is typical at larger independent schools. The prep stages (Reception through Prep 6) feed directly into the senior school, so families who join early follow an unbroken academic pathway from age 4 to 18.

Sixth Form

Sixth form pupils at Dover College sit A-levels. The transition from GCSE happens within the same campus and pastoral structure, so pupils are not required to apply elsewhere or adapt to a new environment at 16. For boarding families who value continuity across the secondary years, that consistency is a practical advantage.

Boarding & Pastoral Life

Dover College offers full and weekly boarding for senior pupils. Full boarding fees for Years 9–13 run to £52,836 per year (2025/26); weekly boarding for the same year groups is £47,208 per year. Full boarding for Years 7–8 is £46,950 per year. Day places are available across all senior years. The priory campus means boarding houses sit within a contained, historic site rather than being dispersed across town. With around 400 pupils across all stages, houseparents and tutors work with smaller groups than at many larger boarding schools. EAL (English as an Additional Language) support is available at £1,881 per year, relevant for the school’s international cohort.

Beyond the Classroom

Round Square membership brings structured involvement in international service, adventure, and leadership projects with member schools worldwide. The school also runs co-curricular activity across sport, performing arts, and creative subjects. The priory grounds provide outdoor space on-site. Because the school is relatively compact, pupils tend to participate across multiple activities rather than competing for places in large year-group pools.

Campus & Setting

The school occupies the grounds of a 12th-century Benedictine priory in Dover town, Kent. Historic buildings share the campus with modern teaching and boarding facilities, all on one self-contained site covering nursery, prep, and senior departments. Dover’s position on the Kent coast, close to the Channel Tunnel terminal and the ferry port, gives the school an unusually direct connection to continental Europe. That matters practically for boarding families travelling from France, Belgium, or further afield.

Getting There

Gatwick Airport is approximately one hour from Dover by road or rail. The Channel Tunnel terminal at Folkestone is under 15 minutes away, and the Dover ferry port connects directly to Calais. London St Pancras is reachable in under two hours via Dover Priory station, with Eurostar connections onward to Paris and Brussels.

Fees

Annual tuition

£52,836 per year · full boarding · Senior · Years 9-13

Other tier breakdowns shown below.

Stage Year groups Type Audience Fee / year
Pre-Prep Reception Day £13,200
Pre-Prep Prep 1 & 2 Day £14,124
Pre-Prep Prep 3 & 4 Day £15,669
Pre-Prep Prep 5 & 6 Day £17,601
Senior Years 7-8 Day £20,925
Senior Years 9-13 Day £25,182
Senior Years 7-8 Weekly boarding £36,663
Senior Years 9-13 Weekly boarding £47,208
Senior Years 7-8 Full boarding £46,950
Senior Years 9-13 Full boarding £52,836

Additional fees

Deposit

£550

Registration

£120

EAL / year

£1,881

Available Programmes

  • GCSE
  • A-Level

Getting there

Gatwick Airport (~1 hr by road or rail); Channel Tunnel terminal ~15 min; Dover ferry port on the doorstep.

You may also like

Similar Schools

Frequently Asked Questions

Free consultation

Submit your request and our manager will contact you shortly

    Preferred contact method:
    By submitting this form, you agree to our Terms of Service and Privacy Policy.
    20 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU
    +44 7520 603085
    info@edvision-group.com
    whatsapp

    Terms of Service (Public Offer)

    Academic Acceleration Group LTD (Company No. 16714351)

    Academic Acceleration Group LTD (Company No. 16714351), trading as EDVISION Group, hereinafter the “Service Provider”, publishes this document (the “Public Offer”), which is an official offer to any individual or legal entity (the “Customer”) to enter into a services agreement on the terms set out below.
    1. Terms and Definitions

    1.1. Services are consulting and related services provided by the Service Provider to support admission and study at educational institutions, including private schools and camps in the United Kingdom, as well as assistance with document preparation and submission, organisation of accommodation, meals, guardianship and other related arrangements. Services may be provided remotely via the Internet, by phone and/or in person at the Service Provider’s location.
    1.2. Customer means any individual or legal entity that accepts this Public Offer (Agreement).
    1.3. Parties means the Service Provider and the Customer collectively.
    1.4. Party means either the Service Provider or the Customer separately.
    1.5. Student means the Customer or another individual (e.g., the Customer’s child) in whose interests the Agreement is concluded and to whom educational services of educational institutions are intended.
    1.6. Service Provider’s website: https://edvision-group.com.
    1.7. Educational institution means an organisation providing educational services (including a private school, college, language centre or camp) with its own admission requirements and policies.
    1.8. Public Offer means this offer to enter into a services agreement published on the Service Provider’s website and/or in other forms that reference these terms.
    1.9. Appendix to the Agreement is an integral part of the Agreement and may contain the scope of Services, pricing, delivery procedure and other terms. Appendices may be published on the website or sent to the Customer by email.

    2. Subject of the Agreement

    2.1. The Service Provider undertakes to provide the Services, and the Customer undertakes to accept and pay for them.
    2.2. The scope of Services, delivery procedure and other terms may be specified in Appendices and/or separate written offers sent by the Service Provider.
    2.3. Communications sent by the Service Provider to the Customer may include terms for Services different from those stated in Appendices.
    2.4. The Parties will use the Customer’s email and phone number specified in the offer for communication.

    3. Fees and Payment

    3.1. The price of Services is determined by the Service Provider in the price list, invoice or an individual agreement.
    3.2. Payment may be made by:

    • wire transfer or bank transfer to the Service Provider’s account;
    • credit or debit card (Visa, Mastercard) via a secure payment link provided by the Service Provider;
    • Revolut or PayPal transfer to the account specified by the Service Provider.

    3.3. Payment may be made in GBP, USD or EUR. If paid in a currency other than GBP, the amount may be recalculated at the Service Provider’s internal exchange rate valid on the payment date, subject to prior agreement with the Customer.
    3.4. The Customer’s payment obligation is deemed fulfilled when funds are credited to the Service Provider’s account or online payment is confirmed.
    3.5. Services are deemed provided in full once the Customer receives documents confirming performance of the agreed obligations (e.g., enrolment letter, programme booking, report).

    4. Rights and Obligations of the Parties

    4.1. The Service Provider shall:
    4.1.1. Provide the Services in accordance with this Agreement and the agreed scope.
    4.1.2. Keep confidential information and personal data provided by the Customer confidential, except where required by applicable law or necessary to perform the Agreement (e.g., sharing with educational institutions).
    4.1.3. Ensure the technical and organisational capability to provide the Services.
    4.1.4. Timely inform the Customer about required actions (document submission, visa procedures, deadlines).
    4.2. The Service Provider may:
    4.2.1. Determine and/or replace specialists involved in providing the Services.
    4.2.2. Require timely payment; in case of non-payment/partial payment, suspend Services until the outstanding amount is settled.
    4.2.3. Request documents and information necessary for providing the Services.
    4.2.4. Suspend Services or refuse performance in case of breach by the Customer or the Student.
    4.2.5. Record communications (correspondence, audio/video of consultations) and keep such records to confirm the fact and quality of Services.
    4.2.6. Exclude a Student from participation in a programme in case of breach of conduct, law or institution rules, notifying the Customer.
    4.3. The Customer shall:
    4.3.1. Pay the Service Provider’s fees in a timely manner.
    4.3.2. Provide accurate information, documents and data necessary for the Services.
    4.3.3. Not disclose confidential information received from the Service Provider in connection with this Agreement.
    4.3.4. Ensure the Student complies with the Agreement, Appendices and educational institution rules.
    4.3.5. Ensure the Student’s consent (if applicable) for processing personal data by the Service Provider and educational institutions.
    4.3.6. Ensure compliance with applicable law and respectful conduct, avoiding discriminatory or unlawful statements/actions.
    4.4. The Customer may:
    4.4.1. Demand proper performance of obligations under this Agreement.
    4.4.2. Receive the Services in the scope and on the terms set out in this Agreement and Appendices.

    5. Liability

    5.1. The Parties are liable for non-performance or improper performance in accordance with this Agreement and applicable law.
    5.2. The Service Provider is not responsible for disruptions caused by the Customer’s side (including lack of technical capability to receive Services).
    5.3. If a technical issue occurs on the Customer’s side, time spent resolving it may be included in the service delivery period.
    5.4. If a technical issue occurs on the Service Provider’s side, such time is not included and may be compensated by rescheduling the relevant part of Services.
    5.5. The Service Provider is not liable for failures caused by unlawful actions of third parties, poor storage of Customer data, platform/email/messenger failures due to viruses or attacks, lack of Customer internet connection, or maintenance work.
    5.6. The Service Provider is not liable for consequences of inaccurate or outdated information provided by the Customer.
    5.7. The Service Provider does not and cannot guarantee admission decisions made by educational institutions or other authorities. The Service Provider provides consulting support that may materially increase the likelihood of a positive outcome based on long-term practice, but outcomes depend on multiple external factors.
    5.8. The Customer guarantees the accuracy of data provided about themselves and/or the Student and undertakes to check correctness before accepting this Offer.
    5.9. The Customer represents that acceptance (including payment) is made by the Customer personally and/or an authorised person in the Customer’s interests.

    6. Force Majeure

    The Parties are released from liability for non-performance due to force majeure circumstances confirmed by competent authorities.

    7. Governing Law and Dispute Resolution

    7.1. This Agreement is governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of England and Wales.
    7.2. Disputes arising out of or in connection with this Agreement shall first be resolved through good-faith negotiations between the Parties.
    7.3. If no agreement is reached, the Parties submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the courts of England and Wales.

    8. Term and Changes

    8.1. This version of the Public Offer is effective from the moment it is published on the Service Provider’s website and remains valid until cancelled or replaced. The Service Provider may change the terms or cancel the Offer unilaterally; changes apply from the moment the new version is published.
    8.2. For a specific Customer, the Agreement is effective from acceptance and until full performance by the Parties. Updates per clause 8.1 result in corresponding changes to the Parties’ relationship.
    8.3. If the Service Provider does not receive a substantiated written claim within 3 calendar days from the service date, the Service is deemed provided in full and with proper quality.

    9. Service Provider Details
    Legal nameAcademic Acceleration Group LTD
    Trading asEDVISION Group
    Company number16714351
    Registered address20 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU, United Kingdom
    Emailinfo@edvision-group.com
    Phone+44 7520 603085

    Privacy Policy

    About this policy

    This Privacy Policy explains how Academic Acceleration Group LTD (Company No. 16714351), trading as EDVISION Group (“we”, “us”, “our”), collects and uses your personal data when you visit edvision-group.com or use our services. We are the data controller for the personal data described below and comply with the UK General Data Protection Regulation (UK GDPR) and the Data Protection Act 2018.

    What data we collect

    We may collect the following categories of personal data:

    • Your name/surname and contact details (email, phone number);
    • Information about your educational interests (country of study, education level, etc.);
    • Information about a child/student (age, language level, academic interests);
    • Website interaction history (enquiry forms, applications, messages);
    • IP address, browser/device data and on-site behaviour (via cookies).
    How we use your data

    We use personal data only for the following purposes:

    • Providing consultation about studying abroad;
    • Selecting educational institutions and programmes that match your needs;
    • Contacting you in response to your request;
    • Sending informational and marketing emails (only with your consent);
    • Improving the website and user experience.
    Legal basis for processing

    Under the UK GDPR, we process your personal data on the following legal bases:

    • Performance of a contract — to provide the consulting services you have requested;
    • Legitimate interests — to respond to enquiries, improve our website and develop our services;
    • Consent — for marketing communications and non-essential cookies. You may withdraw consent at any time;
    • Legal obligation — where we are required to retain or disclose data to comply with applicable law.
    Sharing with third parties

    We do not sell or share your personal data with third parties without your consent, except when it is necessary:

    • to fulfil your requests (for example, sharing required information with a partner school, guardianship provider or educational institution);
    • to use trusted service providers who help us operate our business (such as IT, email, payment and analytics providers), bound by confidentiality obligations;
    • to meet legal obligations.
    International transfers

    Where we share data with educational institutions or service providers outside the United Kingdom, we ensure appropriate safeguards are in place in line with UK GDPR requirements (such as adequacy decisions or standard contractual clauses).

    Data storage and security

    We store your data in a secure environment and take reasonable measures to protect it from unauthorised access, alteration, disclosure or destruction.

    Data retention

    We retain personal data only for as long as necessary to fulfil the purposes for which it was collected, or as required by law. Enquiry data is generally retained for up to 3 years from your last contact with us; client records are retained for up to 7 years to meet contractual and statutory obligations.

    Cookies

    We use cookies to analyse website performance and improve user interaction. You can disable cookies in your browser settings.

    Your rights

    Under the UK GDPR you have the right to:

    • Request access to the personal data we hold about you;
    • Request correction or deletion of your data;
    • Restrict or object to the processing of your data;
    • Request data portability;
    • Withdraw your consent to data processing at any time.

    To exercise your rights, please contact us using the details below.

    Complaints

    If you believe we have not handled your personal data properly, you have the right to lodge a complaint with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) at ico.org.uk or by calling 0303 123 1113.

    Contact

    If you have any questions about how your data is processed, or wish to exercise any of your rights, please contact:

    • Academic Acceleration Group LTD (trading as EDVISION Group)
    • 20 Wenlock Road, London, England, N1 7GU, United Kingdom
    • Email: info@edvision-group.com
    • Phone: +44 7520 603085
    Changes to this policy

    We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. The current version is always available on our website. Material changes will be communicated through the website.

    Thank you!

    Your application has been submitted successfully.
    We will contact you shortly