Where Character, Confidence and Potential Thrive
We are a wonderfully ambitious co-educational independent school offering both day and boarding school places for pupils aged 2-18, in the heart of Somerset.
ONE SCHOOL, TWO WONDEFUL SITES
King’s College Taunton is a popular independent day and boarding school, renowned for providing an outstanding education for 2 to 18 year olds: from Pelican Nursery through Prep, Senior School and Sixth Form.
Set across two sites, it is surrounded by idyllic Somerset countryside.
A nurturing environment with personalised support enables each child to thrive: small class sizes, exceptional learning and pastoral care, and new facilities have all underpinned the school’s leading reputation for academic and sporting excellence.
King’s pupils remain grounded, respectful and open-minded. This reflects the school’s family-oriented culture.
By encouraging curiosity, teamwork, excellence, endeavour and risk-taking, King’s commands a strong academic – as well as sporting – reputation, consistently achieving some of the best exam results in Somerset.
King’s Highlights
At King’s, we’re incredibly proud of the academic achievements of our pupils. Achieving outstanding exam results in Somerset.
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At King’s College, boarding is built around inclusivity and community.
Our ideal school size allows us to truly know every pupil as an individual.
A strong boarding ethos is part of King’s DNA and a flexi boarding offer is popular at our Prep School whilst the Senior School offers a full boarding package.
Boarders across both sites enjoy a high standard of house accommodation including homely common rooms and modern kitchens in which to practise burgeoning culinary skills. Sixth Formers are usually in single or dual occupancy rooms, with all meals taken communally in the dining hall, where the food is excellent and plentiful.
The gorgeous grounds and many facilities, including the library, are open to boarders in the evenings and over weekends. The school also boasts a state-of-the-art medical centre, manned 24-hours-a-day by qualified medical staff.
King’s Boarding Stories
“This school is flying, brimming with enthusiasm and passion for learning, smashing it on the sports field and bounding with extracurricular opportunities.”
KING’S FAQS
Our goal is to make your admissions journey as smooth and straightforward as possible and we are here to guide you every step of the way as you consider joining our community. If you are interested in joining King’s College the first step is to contact us to arrange a visit, you can do so by emailing our friendly and helpful admissions team via the form here: Enquiry Form.
We offer a range of flexible boarding options at our Prep School including weekly and full boarding. At the Senior School all day pupils are entitled to one stay per week which is included in the school fees and we offer full boarding. At the Senior School each boarding house is thoughtfully equipped with study spaces, social areas, and amenities like pool tables, table tennis, gaming consoles, and quiet zones, ensuring a balanced environment for both study and relaxation. Weekends and evenings at King’s are dynamic and engaging, offering activities that nurture leadership, teamwork, and fun, reflecting life beyond the classroom. More details on boarding can be found here: Boarding at Prep and Senior School- King’s College Taunton.
At King’s College Prep, we believe that all young children thrive when they feel safe, supported, and valued.
That’s why pastoral care is at the heart of everything we do, ensuring that your child feels a sense of belonging, encouragement, and guidance throughout their time with us. Read more about our pastoral care at the Prep: Our Exceptional Pastoral Care – King’s College Taunton – Prep
At King’s College whether day pupils or boarders, every student is supported by a system designed to nurture their wellbeing and personal development. We understand that the partnership between staff, pupils, and parents is vital, and we are committed to open, effective communications to ensure each child’s needs are met. Read more about our pastoral care at the College: Pastoral Care – King’s College Taunton
We are happy to answer your questions – please get in touch.
VISIT PREP SCHOOL
For ages 4-13
Beautiful open space and wild woodland are in abundance here on our wonderful site – there really is a serious amount of it!
Set in a stunning location in the foothills of the Quantocks, surrounded by glorious countryside, our pupils enjoy the (appropriately supervised!) freedom to roam around this lush rural landscape.
That’s why we make outdoor education a key priority for pupils’ development through their time at Prep, starting with the fantastic Forest School provision in Pre-Prep.
VISIT SENIOR SCHOOL
For ages 13-18
Our boarding and day school is renowned for providing an outstanding education for 13-18 year olds.
So your child will thrive here at King’s College during their entire school journey, from Year 9 to Year 13.
Within our family-friendly environment, we nurture well-rounded and grounded individuals with a true sense of purpose – through exceptional teaching, superb facilities and small class sizes. Not to mention personalised support and genuine pastoral care.
That’s why we achieve outstanding exam results.
