King's College School

Based on an historic foundation of musical excellence, King’s College School is a dynamic and inclusive academic environment. We are a caring family-based community in which all children are respected and valued. We prepare them, as individuals, to be confident in a future with exceptional possibilities.

Located near the centre of the beautiful and vibrant city of Cambridge, King’s College School is a leading independent Prep School. Originally established in 1441 to educate the 16 boy choristers of King’s College Choir, the School now caters for more than 400 boys and girls aged 4 – 13 following the traditional Preparatory model. We have around 40 boarders, including our choristers; we offer full boarding, weekly and flexi-boarding. King’s pupils continue their education at leading independent and state senior schools, often with scholarships.

Head

Mrs Yvette Day

Working at King's

King’s College School is a vibrant and dynamic school in which to work and one where everyone’s contribution is valued. Teachers join us from a diverse range of backgrounds including academia, industry and the arts, with each bringing a unique perspective and insight to their role.

King’s is committed to creating an inclusive workplace and we are an Equal Opportunities employer.  

All our recruitment procedures place a strong emphasis on Pupil Safeguarding in line with our responsibility for our pupils’ welfare.

Our people are our greatest asset, and we place their well-being and development at the centre of what we do. A variety of staff join us at different points in their career, including those completing PGCE and Masters degrees, to those pursuing further professional qualifications.

Whether you would like to join our teaching staff, boarding staff, admin team, catering department or facilities team, you can be sure that it will be an exciting and rewarding journey.

ISI report

View King’s College School’s latest ISI report