Sevenoaks School
Founded in 1432, Sevenoaks School is one of England's oldest schools and remains distinctive for its commitment to the International Baccalaureate, which it offers in place of A-levels in the sixth form. This large, co-educational establishment in Kent educates around 1,244 pupils, with a substantial sixth form of roughly 470, and takes both day pupils and boarders. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent for both education and personal development at its most recent inspection. With entry at age 11 and a globally minded curriculum, it suits academically ambitious families comfortable in an outward-looking environment.
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Latest results
GCSE grade 9-7
90%
National average 23%
Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 9 September 2025
Teaching & academics
Results are strong: 90% of GCSE grades fall in the 9-7 range, far above the national average of 23%. The subject mix reflects unusual breadth, with classical languages such as Latin and Classical Greek, Russian, and well-supported creative options including Drama and Fine Art all popular at GCSE. Sixth-formers progress to the International Baccalaureate, a programme that rewards pupils who enjoy studying across disciplines.
Languages
GCSE subjects
Headmaster · Jesse Elzinga
Sixth form
- Sixth-form pupils
- 470
Qualifications offered
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships in music, sport, drama and art point to genuine strength beyond the classroom, alongside academic awards. The breadth of creative subjects taken by pupils suggests an active artistic and theatrical culture.
School life & ethos
- Founded
- 1432
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 23.79%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £35,925 - £36,558
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £58,770 - £59,250
- Bursaries up to
- 100% of fees
At least five full bursaries at 11+, some partial bursaries, temporary support for existing pupils in difficult times
Schools nearby
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Walthamstow Hall Junior
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Radnor House Sevenoaks
South East
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An ancient school with a thoroughly international outlook, where the IB and strong GCSE results sit alongside meaningful bursary provision. Fees are considerable, but at least five full 11+ bursaries open the doors more widely.
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Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.