St Lawrence College

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Welcome to
St Lawrence College

Founded in 1879, St Lawrence College provides a first-class education for boys and girls from 3 to 18 years old. Located on the Kent coast, within easy walking distance of the sea, we are a private school set in a safe, spacious campus housing boarding and day pupils from local, UK and international families.

Today, the college has approximately 625 pupils – 150 in the Pre-Prep and Prep School and 450 in the Senior School, of which 185 are boarders (boarding from 7 years of age). It ensures pupils attain their personal best academically, whilst preparing them for life in a rapidly changing global society.

Modern facilities combined with traditional values based on St Lawrence’s Christian roots draw out the talents of each learner. Strong pastoral care, high-quality teaching, and a great emphasis on extra-curricular activity make this a special community to live and learn.

“High Performance Learning World Class School”

St Lawrence College was one of the first 14 schools globally to achieve this coveted accolade — deservedly so. Here, every pupil follows a curriculum that spurs them to identify and use advanced thinking skills in a systematic way, as well as the key values, attitudes and attributes for successful learning, such as resilience and open-mindedness. By the time they leave St Lawrence College, they stand out with their knowledge, skills and qualities that will serve them well in university, the workplace and life.

Great support

At St Lawrence College, a pupil has many people they can approach to discuss any problems or worries they may have, from the Housemaster or Housemistress to the personal tutor assigned to each pupil. Their guidance is backed by insight derived from a pastoral tool called Affective Social Tracking, twice-yearly assessments that reveal how pupils self-regulate, think and see the world around them. Mental health is emphasised here, with events, displays and talks to promote awareness of these important matters.

Little wonder why the college was named the Most Nurturing Co-Educational Independent School in Kent by Lux Life 2023. It was also shortlisted in the Independent Schools of the Year 2023 Student Wellbeing category.

Opportunities beyond the classroom

In addition to a full extra-curricular activities programme on Wednesday and Friday afternoons, St Lawrence College students often go on field trips and expeditions throughout the year as well. From Art Department visits to London galleries to a Year 7 French trip to Calais, these activities enhance values of service and citizenship, good leadership, self-knowledge, independence and consideration for those around us.

Adapting to changing landscapes and students' interests, the selection of activities may evolve, but one facet of the college remains constant — The Chaplain plays a pivotal role in ensuring students of all faiths dedicate time to exploring their respective beliefs. This inclusive approach not only nurtures individual spiritual growth but also fosters a profound comprehension of the beliefs held by others, promoting an atmosphere of empathy, respect, and harmony.

These values do well on fields and courts, hence why St Lawrence College has a strong reputation for sporting success in both boys’ and girls’ sport and a thriving Sports Excellence Programme. Coached by internationally acclaimed sports professionals, and with state-of-the art facilities, rugby and hockey are big here. Alongside summer tennis, the college is recognised as one of the top 100 cricket schools in the UK.

Live and learn in the World’s Leading Boarding School

St Lawrence College has been listed in Fortune's Top 250 World's Leading Boarding schools and boarding is one of our greatest strengths. Since the campus is large and surrounded by greenery, boarders between the ages of seven and 18 are able to enjoy an exploratory upbringing in a safe and secure environment. Boarding houses are large as well, ensuring each child has more than enough space to call their own, personalising their designated areas to exude a sense of home.