Founded 1829 as part of King's College London — academic boys' day school on Wimbledon Common (girls in Sixth Form), consistently in the UK top 10.
Independent boys all-through school in Merton for ages 7–19. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
With holiness and wisdom — a community of intellectual ambition, breadth and kindness rooted in scholarship.
A-level and IB Diploma
88% A*/A and , with average grade A+ and 41 Oxbridge offers
In August 2025 King's Upper Sixth recorded 88% A*/A and 95% A*-A at A-level with 41 Oxbridge places and 15 medics across a cohort of 183 pupils, sustaining the school's place in the national top 10.
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| Year | Opens | Closes | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-27 | 1 May 2024 | 15 Oct 2025 | Closed |
Private tours and additional visits available by arrangement — contact admissions to arrange.
| Fri, 12 Jun 2026 | Junior School Open Morning | Open Morning |
One inspection report on file. Worth reading before booking a visit — covers safeguarding, leadership and overall standard.
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Independent boys all-through school in Merton for ages 7–19. Selective entry, C of E ethos.
Admissions are selective — expect an entrance assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early. See the admissions timeline above for confirmed dates.
Yes — see the Fees table further down the page. Add extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition, registration fees) on top of the base figure before budgeting.
Some SEND provision is documented in our profile, but specific conditions supported aren't itemised. Contact admissions for details before applying.
1 upcoming open day or tour — see the admissions timeline. Booking is usually required.
email at admissions@kcs.org.uk or phone on 02082555300. Reference your child's age and intended entry year in the first message.
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