ABOUT US HEAD’S WELCOME
At King’s, we are committed to ensuring that every young person has the opportunity to unlock their potential, regardless of background or circumstance.
Welcome to King’s College Taunton
Welcome to King’s College, where we don’t just educate – we inspire. Building on a legacy of academic excellence and personal growth, we are dedicated to unlocking the full potential of every individual pupil.
Located on two stunning sites in the beautiful county of Somerset, our rich history dates back to 1880. Every pupil here is seen, valued, and nurtured within a close-knit, supportive community where confidence, happiness, and respect thrive. With a family-oriented culture, a Christian ethos, and a deep-rooted commitment to our local community, we provide the ideal environment for children to flourish – whether starting at Pelican Nursery or finishing in the Sixth Form.
Our reputation for academic excellence is built on small class sizes, expert teaching, and a relentless focus on developing the whole pupil. We challenge our pupils to be intellectually curious, work collaboratively, and embrace the risks that lead to success. We are committed to shaping young people who are not only academically accomplished but also ready to make their mark on the world.
I invite you to explore this website and discover the spirit of our wonderful school. But nothing compares to a personal visit – we look forward to welcoming you in person soon.
Michael Sloan
Executive Headmaster
Michael Sloan will be leaving King’s College at the end of the academic year. His successor, Benjamin Evans, currently Deputy Head (Academic) at Wellington College, will be the next Headmaster.
A message from Benjamin Evans
I am thrilled to be joining the King’s community as Head, leading the College to its sesquicentenary year in 2030 and beyond.
2026 marks my 29th year in schools. I have taught in some of the UK’s best schools (Oundle, Haberdashers Aske’s, Shrewsbury, Wellington College) as well as gaining valuable perspective through six years overseas in Australia.
King’s is a special place, and though I have spent only a short time at the College, it is clear there is a unique ethos to steward and protect. The King’s DNA is one of kindness and quiet achievement – not flashy but determined to punch above its weight.
I will bring a sense of purpose, pace, and pride. I am optimistic about the future. There has never been a more stimulating time to be educated, and by harnessing all that is best in modern education (including AI) we will create a nurturing yet challenging space for our pupils.
The full boarding ethos, whether pupils are full boarders or not, is evident at King’s. It is via the ideal blend of the analogue with the digital life that defines boarding schools as the perfect place to build lasting and meaningful relationships across the age range.
Benjamin Evans
“This is a happy, nurturing school with a wide range of opportunities there for the taking, whatever your child’s interests and abilities.”
ACHIEVING OUTSTANDING EXAM RESULTS IN SOMERSET
At King’s College Taunton, we’re incredibly proud of the academic achievements of our pupils. Our GCSE results over the past five years reflect a consistently high standard, with an average of 96.4% of grades at 9-4 and 52.4% at grades 9-7. This showcases the balance we strike between accessibility and top performance, enabling pupils of varying abilities to excel.
