King’s Bruton is proud to welcome pupils from across the globe, and we warmly encourage applications from international families and educational agents. Our overseas pupils enrich every aspect of school life, bringing fresh perspectives, diverse cultures and a wonderful global energy to our community.

For international students, joining King’s offers so much more than an excellent education. It provides the exciting opportunity to immerse themselves fully in the culture, traditions and academic life of the United Kingdom. Living and learning in a British boarding school allows pupils to develop their independence, strengthen their language skills, and experience the very best of the UK’s educational approach—all within a supportive and nurturing environment.

We have never distinguished between UK, European or international pupils when it comes to fees; all nationalities are treated equally, reflecting our commitment to fairness and inclusivity. Boarding is at the heart of life at King’s Bruton, and our boarding and day pupils are fully integrated within all our Houses. This creates a genuine family atmosphere where friendships flourish and every pupil feels a deep sense of belonging.

Visas

All international pupils, including those coming from Europe, who come to study in the UK will now need to apply for a either a Child Student or Student visa.  

Learn more about student visa route

How to Apply

We are always delighted to receive applications from overseas pupils, whether through an educational agency or directly from families. Our aim is to ensure every child is assessed fairly and thoughtfully, so we can understand their strengths, their potential, and how best to support them at King’s.

To do this, we take a holistic approach and may use a combination of the following assessments:

  • School Reports
    We review reports from all current and previous schools to gain a full picture of the pupil’s academic progress, attitude to learning and wider contributions.
  • Cambridge English Placement Test (CEPT)
    This online assessment helps us understand a pupil’s current level of English so we can provide appropriate support where needed.
  • GL CAT4 Cognitive Abilities Test
    This test allows us to gauge a pupil’s reasoning abilities across different areas and identify how they learn best.
  • Interview (in person or online)
    Every applicant is invited to meet with us—either face‑to‑face or remotely—so we can get to know them as individuals, hear about their interests, and answer any questions they may have.

Depending on a pupil’s educational background and the information we receive from their previous schools, we may request one or several of these assessments.

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