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Sevenoaks School

Tuition fees: 61 584£
Age: 12-18
City: Kent
Accommodation: Boarding
Type of school: Private Co-educational Day and Boarding School
Number of Students: 1200
Year Established: 1432
Available Courses: IGCSE & GCSE (Years 11–13), IB, EAL, STEM Week, Combined Cadet Force, Duke of Edinburgh
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Description

Founded in 1432 by William Sevenoke, Sevenoaks School is one of England’s oldest and most forward-looking co-educational boarding and day schools. Situated on a beautiful 100-acre campus at the edge of Sevenoaks, Kent, the school stands adjacent to the ancient deer park of Knole, blending Gothic charm with cutting-edge infrastructure. Its historic buildings, including the Palladian Old School (1732), sit alongside award-winning modern facilities like The Space performing arts centre and the RIBA-acclaimed Science & Technology Centre.

Academically, Sevenoaks was a pioneer: in 1978 it was the first HMC school to switch entirely from A-Levels to the International Baccalaureate Diploma, and today it consistently ranks among the top 5 IB schools in the UK and top 15 globally. In 2024, its 221 IB students achieved an average score of 39.6—ten points above the world average—61 % scored 40+, and 85 scored 42+. GCSE students also excel: 87.1 % of grades were 9–7, with 45.6 % achieving a level 9, and 90 pupils earning ten or more top grades.

Pastoral care at Sevenoaks is exceptional. With roughly 40 % boarders distributed across eight to ten boarding houses—such as Aisher, New House, the International Centre, and more—students benefit from structured, supported living environments overseen by dedicated house staff. Students follow Saturday academic and sports schedules, promoting balance and integration between day and boarding students.

The school offers a rich co-curricular life. Over 75 nationalities come together to participate in more than 80 clubs and activities—from elite rowing, rugby, Winchester-style fives, and Combined Cadet Force programmes, to STEM Week, Duke of Edinburgh awards, music ensembles and drama productionsIn 2024 students logged over 37,800 hours of service, and STEM Week events exemplify the school’s commitment to curiosity-driven learning .

Sevenoaks believes in holistic development, underpinned by four strategic pillars driven by its Foundation: equity & diversity, sustainable campus stewardship, pioneering education, and student flourishing. The Foundation has invested over £75 million into campus enhancements and bursaries, linked to ambitious goals to support one in three scholars by 2032.

Key Facts

  • Enrollment: ~1,200 pupils; ~450 boarders (40%)
  • Campus: 100 acres with 30+ buildings, 14 sports pitches, 6 ponds, The Space, Science Centre, Sennocke Centre
  • Academic Achievements:
    – IB (2024): avg 39.6 (61% ≥40, 85 ≥42)
    – GCSE (2024): 87.1% grades 9–7, 45.6% grade 9, 90 pupils with ten or more top grades
  • Co-curricular breadth: 80+ clubs, sports, STEM, CCF, DofE, performing arts, community outreach
  • Strategic priorities: Diversity & bursaries; sustainability; innovation; student well-being
  • Foundation investment: £75 million since 2004
  • Notable Alumni: Daniel Day‑Lewis (actor), Sir Jonathan Bate (academic), Olivia Cole (journalist), Tanis (composer), among others

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