King's College Prep School
School summary
A small Church of England prep school in Taunton, Somerset, King's College Prep takes children from the early years right through to age 13, with both day and boarding places. Around 277 pupils are on roll, and a pupil-to-teacher ratio of about 12 reflects the close attention possible in a school of this size. The Independent Schools Inspectorate rated the school excellent overall, with the same top mark for pupils' personal development, and found all compliance standards met. Under Head Heidi Berry, it offers a settled, structured environment, with mobile phones kept out of the school day.
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Inspection reports
- ISI rating
- excellent
- ISI personal development
- excellent
- Last inspected
- 11 November 2025
Teaching & academics
The ISI's excellent rating points to consistently strong provision across the curriculum. Notably, more than a quarter of pupils receive some form of SEN support, suggesting a school comfortable adapting to a broad range of learning needs. Academic scholarships are offered, recognising and stretching able pupils as they prepare for senior school.
Head · Heidi Berry
Beyond the classroom
Scholarships span music, art, drama and performing arts, sport and design technology, signalling genuine breadth beyond the classroom. The excellent rating for personal development reinforces a focus on the whole child. Boarding adds a further dimension to school life, with boarders able to keep mobile phones in the boarding house at set times to stay in touch with family and friends.
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- C of E
- Boarding
- Yes
- SEN support
- 27.17%
- EHC plans
- 0%
Mobile phone policy
Children are not to have mobile phones in school. Boarders benefit from having their mobile phones in the boarding house at certain times to facilitate communication with friends and families.
Fees & bursaries
- Day fees (per year)
- £11,535 - £24,645
- Boarding fees (per year)
- £27,615 - £35,685
Generous arrangements available for Forces families
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A small, well-rounded prep school with boarding and a strong inspection record. Generous bursary arrangements for Forces families make it worth a look for service households in the South West.
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