St Edmund’s School Canterbury

Independent

National rank

309=

297=

Rank last year

58%

A-level

A-level

A*-B

37%

GCSE

GCSE

A*/A/9/8/7

Need to know

Head teacher

Edward O’Connor

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

644 (2-18)

Head teacher

Edward O’Connor

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

644 (2-18)

Head teacher

Edward O’Connor

Gender of entry

Mixed

Total pupils

644 (2-18)

UK day fees per term*

£9,314 (13-18) includes lunch

UK boarding fees per term*

£15,872-£17,026 (13-18)

*Fee correct as of November 21, 2024
Our methodology
Results

A-level 2024 rank: 301=

GCSE 2024 rank: 307=

What the school inspection says

Date of report
2023
Verdict
Excellent
“The school aims to be a caring and disciplined community informed by Christian principles that encourages pupils to become ‘the best that they can be’. Pupils of all ages demonstrate high levels of knowledge, skills and understanding challenged by the breadth and balance of the curriculum and the wide variety of co-curricular activities offered to them. Pupils’ study skills are highly effective and develop throughout their time at school, encouraged by staff who incorporate effective subject-based skills into their teaching. Music and drama are at the heart of school life for many pupils. Pupils’ self-understanding is excellent … Pupils are highly inclusive and have a profound respect for others and value the rich diversity within their community.”
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About the school

  • St Edmund’s was named performing arts school of the year in 2023 by the Independent Schools of Year Awards. Judges commended the school’s high standards and strengths in drama, music, dance and choral singing. It also holds an annual arts festival.
  • The school is proud to educate the choristers of the world-renowned Canterbury Cathedral and offers financially-supported “choristerships” for both girls and boys.
  • Described as a “dynamic co-educational 2-18 day and boarding school”, it aims to foster original thinkers and the decision-makers of the future.
  • Notable previous students include actor Orlando Bloom and steel magnate Sanjeev Gupta.
  • Pupils in Years 3-8 can participate in the School Council. Elected members from each form meet regularly to discuss relevant matters and have a direct line of communication with the Head Teacher.
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