King's College Taunton

South Road, Taunton, TA1 3LA

Independent school for ages 13–19 in Taunton. Mixed intake, Church of England.

King's College Taunton is a Church of England independent boarding school in Taunton, Somerset.

It serves boys and girls aged 13 to 19, has a sixth form, and 394 pupils attend. The ISI inspection in November 2025 found standards met, including safeguarding standards.

The school says its history dates back to 1880 and describes a family community that promotes a lifelong love of learning, with pastoral care and pupils being known, valued and supported.

Ages 13–19 · Secondary age

394 pupils · On roll

Independent school · Mixed

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