King's College School, Cambridge
King's College School is a coeducational independent preparatory school for children aged 4 to 13 in Cambridge, England, situated on West Road off Grange Road, west of the city centre. It was founded to educate the choristers in the King's College Choir during the 15th century. Although no longer located on College grounds, it remains an integral part of the Chapel's musical tradition and is still governed by and receives some funding from the College. The school is part of the same historic foundation as Eton College. The most recent full integrated Independent Schools Inspectorate (ISI) inspection awarded the grade "excellent" in all 9 categories.
| King's College School | |
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| Address | |
West Road , , CB3 9DN England | |
| Information | |
| Type | Private preparatory day and boarding Choral foundation school |
| Religious affiliation(s) | Church of England |
| Established | 1441 |
| Founder | Henry VI of England |
| Department for Education URN | 110911 Tables |
| Chair of Governors | The Revd Dr Stephen Cherry |
| Head | Yvette Day |
| Gender | Co-educational |
| Age | 4 to 13 |
| Number of students | 420 |
| Houses | Burrells Grange Queens West |
| Colour(s) | Purple |
| Publication | The Fleur De Lys (Annual) |
| Website | www.kcs.cambs.sch.uk |
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