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Tonbridge is one of the leading boys’ boarding and day schools in the UK and is highly respected, both here and internationally, for providing a world-class education. It occupies an extensive site of 150 acres in Kent – just a 40-minute train journey from London Charing Cross. There are some 800 boys in seven Boarding Houses and five Day Houses. One of the key strengths of Tonbridge is that it blends tradition and innovation successfully, with high-achieving boys wearing their gifts lightly.
Tonbridge encourages its students to make connections – connections between academic subjects, between different sports and activities, between people, between cultures: with the aim of producing fine minds and good hearts. The School’s ethos is summed up in just two words: ‘Only Connect’.
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School Stats

Average
Current School
Boarding Tuition
£49944
Day Tuition
£37470
Enrollment
806

Matriculation

(2023)
Ranking University/College Students
#1 Princeton University 1 +
#2 Columbia University 1 +
#6 University of Chicago 1 +
#9 Duke University 1 +
#27 University of Southern California 1 +
Brunel University London 1
Cardiff University 1
Durham University 20
Falmouth University 1

Academics

Extracurricular Activities and Clubs

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Arcana (Maths)
Art
Astronomy
Athena
Bee Keeping
Bridge The Gap
Arcana (Maths)
Art
Astronomy
Athena
Bee Keeping
Bridge The Gap
Chess
Classical Film
Climbing
Creative Writing
Debating (Junior & Senior)
Digital Creativity
Drama
English
Exploring Christianity
Frusta Frustra (Sixth Form)
Green Committee
History
Isos (Social Science)
Lower School Politics
Mahjong
Medical
Mentoring
Modern Languages (Sixth Form)
Principia
Robotics
Rocketry
Sub Aqua
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Contact Info

https://www.tonbridge-school.co.uk/
High Street, Tonbridge, Kent, TN9 1JP, England
+44 1732 304262
admissions@tonbridge-school.org

Basic Info

All-boys
Boarding Age: 13-18
Day Age: 13-18
Urban
IB: No
Year Founded: 1553
Campus Size: 150 acres
Boarding Rate: 57%

Application Info

Interview: Skype
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Tell me a bit about Tonbridge School.
Tonbridge School is All-boys private boarding/day school located in UK. It was founded 1553 , and currently has about 806 students.

For more official information, please visit https://www.tonbridge-school.co.uk/.
Does Tonbridge School have rigorous academic requirements?
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Where do Tonbridge School students typically go for their colleges?
In 2023, some students attended Princeton University, Columbia University, University of Chicago, Duke University and University of Southern California.
What is the application requirement for Tonbridge School?
Similar to most private schools in the US, Tonbridge School’s typical admission requirements include school transcript, recommendation letter, application essay, and interview (often optional, but highly recommended).
What is the latest tuition for Tonbridge School’s All-boys student?
The total fee for Tonbridge School in 2024 is £49,944 which typically includes tuition, boarding fee, student management fee and a few other fees associated with managing international students.

For more information, please contact school’s admission team at admissions@tonbridge-school.org .
Where is Tonbridge School located?
Tonbridge School is located in the UK.
How popular is Tonbridge School on FindingSchool network?
Based on FindingSchool monthly traffic data as well as onsite search record, Tonbridge School is within top 4000 for all schools on FindingSchool.

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Also it is highly recommended to visit Tonbridge School’s official site: https://www.tonbridge-school.co.uk/ or call them at +44 1732 304262.
Please share a few nearby schools that are close to Tonbridge School?
Yes, here are few: Brighton College, Benenden School and Sevenoaks School.

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