The Worthgate School
The Worthgate School

School Snapshot

The Worthgate School in Canterbury is a leading independent day and boarding school that has been inspiring and empowering students for over 70 years. Situated in a leafy corner of one of England’s most historic cities, the school educates students aged 13+ through programmes such as the International Baccalaureate, A Levels and University Foundation Qualifications, offering strong academic pathways and excellent outcomes. Students benefit from welcoming, secure en-suite boarding accommodation with 24-hour houseparent support, a diverse international community, and more than 30 co-curricular activities designed to develop confidence, resilience and global citizenship. With modern facilities, a caring pastoral environment and close proximity to the city centre and its cultural attractions, The Worthgate School supports learners to flourish academically, socially and personally.

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Academic Excellence

Worthgate School has been inspiring and empowering students for over 70 years with an ambitious, stimulating education developing inquisitive mindsets. The 2023 ISI inspection found academic achievement is excellent, with 66% of A-Level students achieving A* or A compared to 26% nationally. The school goes beyond the classroom to inspire students to contribute positively to the world. Principal Dr. Sarah Lockyer (previously Ian Gross) maintains an open-door policy with close academic and pastoral monitoring. Teachers are experts in their subjects and tutoring international

Historic Canterbury Setting

The campus is nestled in a leafy corner of historic Canterbury, consistently voted the UK’s safest university city. Canterbury welcomes over 30,000 students to its three universities, creating a vibrant, student-friendly environment with theatres, shopping centres, and museums. The city offers a blend of city, coast, and countryside with direct London links just 50 minutes away. The campus is within walking distance of the historic city centre where students enjoy everything on their doorstep. Canterbury’s safe, beautiful setting has educated generations of young mi

Vibrant Student Life

Worthgate offers 125+ activities comprising sports, arts, academic leadership, and social activities. Cross-house competitions enable boarders to develop emotional intelligence, social skills, and empathy while having fun. The school hosts creative arts clubs, college magazine, music, choir, drama, dance, photography, and various sports. Students can choose High School Term programmes lasting one to three terms to experience British education and culture while improving English. The campus feels like a mini-university with small class sizes and mature first-name relations.

Canterbury Student Experience

Canterbury is renowned for safety and beauty, home to three universities that have educated generations. The vibrant city offers entertainment and cultural opportunities while maintaining friendly, welcoming atmosphere. Students enjoy independent shops, cafés, and authentic British culture in this UNESCO World Heritage Site. Unlike traditional boarding schools, everyone in Worthgate classes shares the same experience—international students away from home, wanting friends, and committed to improving English rapidly. The campus location provides quiet study environment.

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Strutture e servizi

Strutture scolastiche

  • Free WiFi
  • Library
  • Computer Room
  • Cafeteria
  • Student Lounge
  • Garden/Outdoor Space
  • Wheelchair Accessible

Servizi aggiuntivi

  • Accommodation Assistance
  • Visa Application Guidance
  • Social Activities Programme
  • Junior Programmes (Under 18s)
  • Homestay Coordination
  • Travel Insurance Support

Corsi disponibili

The Worthgate School (formerly CATS Canterbury) offers comprehensive university preparation programmes for international students aged 13-18 in historic Canterbury. Students can choose from GCSE, A Levels, University Foundation Programme, and the International Baccalaureate Diploma—one of the few UK institutions offering the IB. Located in a leafy corner of Canterbury, consistently voted the UK's safest university city, the campus is within walking distance of the historic city centre and just 50 minutes by train to London. The school welcomes over 30,000 students from around the world with eleven age-specific boarding houses offering over 220 single en-suite rooms with professional houseparents providing home-away-from-home care. The 2023 ISI inspection found the quality of pupils' academic and other achievement is excellent. Worthgate students benefit from ambitious and stimulating education developing inquisitive mindsets, with nurturing support building confidence to overcome challenges. The school offers exclusive CATS University Fairs with 70+ universities including Cambridge, LSE, and Imperial College, plus weekly university visits. Academic results show 66% of A-Level students achieving A* or A grades compared to 26% national average.

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    Kat Jeffries, Responsabile delle operazioni, Speak Up London

  • Collaboriamo con il team da molti anni ed è sempre stata un’esperienza positiva. Sono disponibili, professionali e sempre concentrati nell’aiutare gli studenti ad avere successo. È una partnership che apprezziamo davvero.

    Angie Lorena Escobar, Office Manager, ES London

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    Patrick Harris, Responsabile del reclutamento studenti, Burlington School

  • “Il team è sempre proattivo, affidabile e comprende veramente le esigenze sia delle scuole che degli studenti. La comunicazione è sempre chiara e fornisce costantemente un supporto di alta qualità che fa davvero la differenza.”

    Ellie Fordham, Responsabile dei servizi agli studenti, Stafford House