Access to Education

William Sevenoke founded Sevenoaks School in 1432 with the charitable intention of providing access to education. We remain committed to his legacy through more free and assisted places, our Partnerships work and the Kent Academies Network.

‘Social mobility is about ensuring the opportunities open to a young person are not dependent on the economic and social position they were born into. High levels of social mobility mean that people from all backgrounds are able to access the opportunities suited to their talents and aspirations. It’s crucial for creating a fairer society, fostering social cohesion and boosting economic growth.’ The Sutton Trust

Studies into equality of educational opportunity have shown that the school environment, in particular the social backgrounds of a student’s peers, has been found to be positively related to student achievement. Schools, therefore, have been considered the key to achieving equality of opportunity and promoting better outcomes for young people.

The School Governors and Foundation Trustees remain firmly committed to providing academically talented children the opportunity to learn, grow and thrive through access to a Sevenoaks education. Our aim is to increase provision of fully or partially-funded places.

You can continue the school's long history of giving a place to students who would thrive at Sevenoaks, by making a donation here.

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