One of just 14 schools worldwide to earn the prestigious “World Class High Performance Learning School” status, St Lawrence College impresses on many levels. From outstanding sports facilities and a strong talent-development programme to a deep commitment to music and the arts, this is a school that blends heritage with innovation.
The striking architecture of St Lawrence College instantly evokes the grandeur of British educational tradition. Established in 1879, the school is proud of its heritage. But look closer, and you’ll discover a thoroughly modern school, equipped with state-of-the-art facilities and a progressive educational outlook.
At its heart, St Lawrence is committed to High Performance Learning, delivering lessons that are as intellectually rigorous as they are inspiring. Boarding life is built around mutual respect and kindness—values that are lived every day by both staff and students.
The school’s attractive campus offers space, structure and stimulation for every pupil. Situated in the charming seaside town of Ramsgate, Kent, St Lawrence is only a short stroll from the sea and within easy reach of London and the Eurostar rail link.
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Quick Overview
Age of pupils: 3–18 years
Total pupils: 650
International pupils: 30%
Pupils in Sixth Form: 450
Boarding fees for Sixth Form per term: £17,178
Main sports offered in addition to traditional team sports: Rugby, Hockey, Cricket, Netball, Tennis, Badminton, Squash, Athletics
Nearest airports: London Gatwick, about 1.5 hours by car; London Heathrow, about two hours away
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Key Strengths at a Glance
World-Class High-Performance Learning School
Professional Talent Development in the Sports Excellence Programme
Modern Centre for Science and the Arts on Campus
Excellent Facilities for Art, Music, and Theatre
St Lawrence College – Photo Highlights
St Lawrence College in Detail
Sport
For many students, first-class sports facilities are a key reason for choosing a boarding school—and St Lawrence certainly delivers. The impressive sports centre houses a gym, dance studio and climbing wall, alongside a heated swimming pool, 23 tennis courts, and numerous floodlit playing fields. The school runs dedicated athletic development programmes that go far beyond standard training, incorporating technique, tactics, physical fitness and mental performance. Sports on offer include basketball, badminton, squash, rugby and hockey.
Academic Life
St Lawrence sets itself the challenge of helping every student achieve their personal best. This is achieved through small class sizes, excellent teaching resources, and a wide-ranging curriculum. Students can choose from subjects such as Latin, French, Spanish, Business Studies, Drama and Design Technology. Many pupils go on to study at top universities, thanks to the school’s comprehensive academic pathways through GCSEs and A-Levels.
The Arts
Creativity is at the heart of life at St Lawrence. The new Taylor Hall theatre, seating 500 and fitted with professional-grade sound and lighting, provides a spectacular venue for ambitious performances. Artists of every discipline can also explore their talents in the Canon Perfect Centre, which includes studios, classrooms, labs and exhibition spaces. Whether it’s music, art, photography, drama or design, the arts are thriving here.
Enrichment and Leisure
Academic success goes hand in hand with personal well-being, and St Lawrence takes co-curricular life seriously. From chess club to dance troupe, horse riding to archery, orchestra to photo editing, pupils are encouraged to pursue their passions—or try something new. Regular trips and cultural outings (London’s theatres and museums are firm favourites) also play a part in enriching the school experience.
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This is St Lawrence School
St Lawrence College Fees
Boarding fees are £17,178 per term or £51,534 per year. A one-time registration fee of £100 applies.
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In Summary
St Lawrence College offers a values-led education in a stunning coastal location. With excellent sport, creative arts and academic support, it is a well-rounded, high-achieving British boarding school.
That said, it’s certainly not the only UK boarding school offering superb academics, music and arts. To help you find the right fit for your child’s unique interests and needs, we’re happy to offer tailored advice. With years of experience and close relationships with British schools, we provide:
- Personal insights and honest appraisals
- Strong links with admissions teams
- Comprehensive support throughout the application process
- Guidance on visas and travel
Many of our German students have chosen all-round boarding schools and enjoyed every moment. We’d be happy to share their stories and give you a glimpse into life at a British boarding school.
You can find more ideas and inspiration on our UK Boarding Schools page.
What Makes Akademis Stand Out?
- We remain your trusted contact throughout your child’s stay, well beyond the placement process.
- We provide support with guardianship, visa applications and recognition of qualifications within the German school system.
- We offer fully tailored advice. Our school recommendations are unique to each child and can run to 40 pages in length.
- Families receive our 30+ page boarding school guide, packed with practical tips and insights.
- We prepare your child thoroughly for entrance exams and interviews to maximise their chances of success.
- We arrange school visits, ensuring you have the opportunity to experience each school first-hand.
Every boarding school has its own character and ethos. Having personally visited more than 100 schools, we understand these nuances. We also work with schools that do not pay commission, ensuring that our advice remains independent and always in the best interest of your child.
Our roots lie in the UK. For years, we have placed 200–300 families annually into British boarding schools. While our portfolio now includes schools beyond Britain, the UK remains at the heart of what we do.
Our tailored approach results in exceptional acceptance rates. For example, in 2022/23, all seven students we placed at the highly selective Malvern College received offers – a 100% success rate.
We arrange for prospective families to speak with our current students to hear first-hand accounts of life at a UK boarding school.
