Kensington Park School

The school opened its doors to students in 2017. The teachers working here are very highly qualified and have extensive experience working in the best educational institutions in the UK: St. Paul's, Winchester college.

The school is located in the picturesque Kensington Gardens Park in the very centre of London, in the prestigious Kensington, far from the tourist crowds, next door to the Prince William family and the Natural History Museum. Nearby is one of the most famous universities in the UK and the world - Imperial college London. Pupils will be able to use the magnificent sports centre of this university.

Kensington Park is a great place to study, where children are superbly prepared for university entrance.

DIRECTOR (stand 2023)

Stephen Mellor, Education - University of Reading, Master of Arts Degree, Educational Administration and Institutional Management.

KEY FACTORS

• Great location in the very centre of London, close to attractions, shops, cafes.
• Professional teachers, many with more than 25 years of experience, help students achieve impressive exam results.
• Graduates enter the most prestigious universities, including Oxford, Cambridge and Ivy League universities.
• Small classes - maximum 10 people. The maximum attention of teachers to everyone.

EQUIPMENT

Kensington Park School is a partner of some major sports and cultural organizations of the capital, which are within walking distance of the school. Children can use all the equipment of these organizations. For example, the sports centre Imperial College. Students are offered: the latest equipped gym, a water complex with a 25-meter swimming pool, a sauna, a steam room and a spa area, a 9-meter climbing wall, rowing and cycling equipment; excellent fencing and horse-riding trainers work here, among whom are the winners of the Olympic Games.

The school has a purpose-built theatre room with excellent lighting and sound. In addition, the school rents rooms in some nearby theatres for its rehearsals.

PROGRAM

GCSE

A two-year program for obtaining a certificate of general secondary education. Required to study 6 subjects, 3 or 4 subjects are studied by choice.

A-level

A two-year university preparatory program. Pupils choose 3, sometimes 4 subjects for in-depth study.

ACCOMMODATION AND FOOD

Students live in a magnificent residence - Princess Beatrice House - one of the best in the UK! In terms of decoration and furnishings, it looks like a high-level London hotel. Children live in single, double and triple rooms. Each room has a shower, a bed, a desk, a wardrobe, a chest of drawers for storage, a refrigerator, a microwave and a kettle. The rooms have internet, which is limited at night. The residence has a common room where students can chat and watch TV, and here you can prepare hot drinks and snacks.

Three meals a day, breakfast and dinner - in the residence, lunch - in the school cafeteria.

SPORT

Sport is an important part of school life. Kensington Park School offers a huge number of sports: from popular football and tennis to highly specialized fencing and rowing. Upon arrival at school, students will receive background information for sports activities and will be able to determine what is most interesting for them. In addition to the proposed sports, the school, thanks to its partnership with various sports organizations in London, can organize classes for students and other sports.

Basketball

For students who just want to throw the ball in the ring, the school organizes visits to the basketball hall at the Imperial College Sports Centre. For children who want to professionally practice basketball, the school conducts training with professional coaches from the national league club Westside Basketball.

Rock climbing

The sports centre at Imperial College has a 9-meter climbing wall; this sport will be of interest to both beginners and professionals.

Horseback riding

Classes are held at Hyde Park, located next to the school. This is one of the most beautiful riding spots in the world! The school offers classes for children of different levels of training.

Fencing

Classes are held in the main building of the World Scout Organization, which is located in the next door to the school building. Famous athletes and Olympic champions train here.

Rowing

Classes are held at Fulham Reach Boat Club, a 20-minute walk from the school. This is one of the newest Thames rowing clubs. Beginners will receive a detailed introductory course and will be able to start practicing this fascinating sport, while more experienced athletes will take part in competitions.

Swimming

Classes are held in the sports centre Imperial College London - one of the best sports complexes in London.

Tennis

Near the school, inside the Hyde Park, there are 6 tennis courts, the school reserves them for students. This is a great opportunity to play tennis with amazing views of Westminster and the London Eye.

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES

Students have many opportunities to develop their interests and talents in various fields. The school has various interest clubs:

• Board games club
• Chess
• Computer programming
• Debate Club
• Theatre club
• Filmmaking / Animation
• Improvisation
• Club of young investors
• Mandarin (Chinese) for beginners
• Mathematical Olympiads
• Medical / Biomedical Club
• Music Club
• Program for the prize of the Duke of Edinburgh
• Club personal development
• Photo club
• Reading Club
• Robotics
• Student Council
• Theatre and music technology

Pupils can play in the school theatre. For larger productions, the school leases the Chelsea Theatre building. Pupils not only play on stage, but also study the process of creating productions, design and theatre technology.

The study of art and design develops students' imagination, intuition, creative and intellectual abilities. An important part of art education is visiting museums and galleries. Children learn classical techniques, such as drawing and painting, as well as modern technologies and materials.

The school encourages students to actively engage in music and write their own music. The school is located next to the Royal College of Music and the Royal Albert Hall - what could be better for learning different music genres? Pupils regularly attend concerts, music seminars, and lectures.

COST, 2023-2024

£10,166 - £10,533 per term (depending on age).
There are 3 semesters in the academic year.

Included in cost

• Teaching

Extra paid

• Accommodation and meals - £6,776 - £10,700 (depending on room type)
• Registration fee - £150
• Deposit - £3,000
• Boarding deposit - £1,500
• Insurance - £525 per year
• Flights
• Transfers to / from the airport
• Visa
• Services of the company "Paradise"
• Guardianship (required by British law)

SERVICES OF THE EDUCATIONAL COMPANY INCLUDE

• Selection of 5-6 schools that best meet the individual characteristics of the child, further goals, talents, with the desired environment. Help in the correct interpretation of school ratings, an explanation of why the school occupies one place or another. Help in obtaining reliable information about schools that are not included in the ratings, with an explanation of the reasons for non-participation in it.
• Admission to 1-3 schools, selected from the proposed. Which includes the preparation of the necessary documents, school reports, characteristics, recommendations. Selection and submission of tests to prepare the student for exam testing, assistance in preparing essays. Preparation for an interview with the teacher / principal, registration for the exam. The necessary list of recommendations when attending school for passing entrance examinations. Correspondence with the school (far from all schools enter into correspondence with foreign parents, they are cautious, trust only a trusted agent).
• Assistance in paying registration fees, deposits, bills. Clarification of school rules, including disciplinary and legal aspects.
• Filling out the required medical forms.
• Selection of guardians required by UK law.

Student supervision during the first month of training is provided as a gift: assistance in resolving issues related to resettlement, billing, informing parents about the child’s health status, assistance with understanding of academic programs, organization of ext. classes for the child in a particular subject, help in choosing the program most suitable for the child, transfer to another class, etc.