School profile
Sevenoaks School
Sevenoaks, Kent, United Kingdom · Co-educational · Ages 11–18
1,244
Students
350
Boarders
14%
International students
About the school
Sevenoaks School is a co-educational day and boarding school for 1,244 pupils aged 11–18 in Sevenoaks, Kent, 350 of them boarders.
It ranked 15th among UK independent schools and 17th overall in the Sunday Times Parent Power 2026; in 2025, 85.4% of IB (A-level equivalent) grades were A*/A and 88.7% of GCSE grades 9–7.
Key facts for parents
Academics
2025: IB (A-level equivalent) 45% A*, 85.4% A*/A, 97.4% A*/B; GCSE 88.7% 9–7 (Sunday Times Parent Power 2026). It was the first HMC school to teach only the IB Diploma in the Sixth Form; the 2025 average was 39.4 points (GSG 2026).
Where leavers go
Between 30 and 50 students accept Oxford or Cambridge places every year, and a growing number go to US universities (GSG 2026).
Recognition
Sunday Times Parent Power 2026 (2025 results): 15th of UK independent schools and 17th in the combined state and independent table (IB (A-level equivalent) 85.4% A*/A, GCSE 88.7% 9–7; A-level-equivalent rank 6, GCSE rank 47).
For international families
Entry is at 11+ (80 places), 13+ (100 places) and 16+, with tests in Maths, English and verbal reasoning. About 175 pupils come from more than 30 countries, around 14% of the school (GSG 2026). Boarding is full or weekly, and international pupils pay a £500 + VAT visa administration fee.
Good to know
Fees include lunch every school day (including Saturdays) and textbooks. Bursaries and a fees-in-advance scheme are available. London is about 30 minutes by train.
Rankings
Sunday Times Parent Power
#15
UK independent schools (2026)
Sunday Times Parent Power
#17
State and independent, combined (2026)
Exam results
GCSE
9–7 (A*–A)
88.7%
Sources
Thinking about Sevenoaks School?
We help families with school choice, entrance preparation, applications and interviews.
Figures compiled by Scholar Gateway from school information. Please check with us before you rely on them.