Dates
Term |
Start Date |
End Date |
Autumn Term 2020 |
Monday 7 September |
Friday 18 December |
Half term holiday |
Saturday 24 October |
Monday 2 November |
Christmas holiday |
Saturday 19 December |
Tuesday 5 January 2021 |
Spring Term 2021 |
Wednesday 6 January |
Friday 26 March |
Half term holiday |
Saturday 13 February |
Monday 22 February |
Easter holiday |
Saturday 27 March |
Sunday 11 April |
Summer Term 1 2021 |
Monday 12 April |
Friday 18 June* |
Summer Term 2 2021 |
Monday 5 July |
Friday 13 August** |
* Except for students still sitting exams
** Summer term 2 students only
- New students should arrive in their accommodation 48 hours prior to the start of their first term.
- CATS Canterbury closes during the Christmas holiday, but remains open throughout other holiday periods. Fees may apply if you wish to stay during these times
- During half-term, fees for activities apply for all students on Pre-programme and GCSE courses.
Tuition Fees
|
International |
UK and EU |
Programme |
Per Year |
Per Term |
Per Year |
Per Term |
A level (3 subjects), GCSE, GCSE Preparation, Pre-programme, International Baccalaureate Diploma, University Foundation Programme |
£27,450 |
£9,150 |
£22,995 |
£7,665 |
Additional A level subject |
£4,785 |
£1,595 |
£4,785 |
£1,595 |
High School Term |
- |
£9,990 |
- |
£8,150 |
- All courses are subject to a £300 non-refundable registration fee and a refundable deposit of £2,200 (refundable at the end of your course subject to terms and conditions), except for the following: High School Term students (1 and 2 terms) who pay a reduced deposit of £700.
Accommodation Fees
Catered |
Per Year |
Per Term |
Under 16 Years |
16-17 Years |
18+ Years |
Premium single, en-suite |
£18,900 |
£6,300 |
X |
✔ |
✔ |
Single, en-suite |
£15,750 |
£5,250 |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
Single, shared bathroom |
£11,985 |
£3,995 |
X |
X |
✔ |
Shared, en-suite |
✔ |
✔ |
X |
Self-catered |
Per Year |
Per Term |
Under 16 Years |
16-17 Years |
18+ Years |
Single, en-suite |
£12,510 |
£4,170 |
x |
x |
✔ |
- Catered accommodation fees include breakfast, lunch and an evening meal on weekdays and brunch and supper at the weekend during term time.
Summer Programmes 2020
Courses |
Arrival Date |
Departure Date |
Package Price* |
Careers in Medicine |
Sunday 28 June |
Sunday 12 July |
£2,700 |
Sunday 12 July |
Sunday 26 July |
£2,700 |
UK Education Taster |
Sunday 28 June |
Sunday 19 July |
£3,750 |
Sunday 19 July |
Sunday 2 August |
£2,700 |
* Price includes accommodation, three meals per day and airport transfers.
Airport Transfers
Heathrow |
Gatwick |
Stansted |
Ashford Eurostar or Dover |
Ebbsfleet International |
£190 |
£165 |
£165 |
£95 |
£115 |
- Students under 16 require an unaccompanied minor service and will incur an additional £75 fee.
Additional Costs
The majority of student costs are included in CATS fees but below are items that will be charged additionally, depending on programme of study and student requirements.
Compulsory costs will be invoiced during the relevant term. Optional costs are generally payable in advance of the activity taking place. Parental permission will be sought for optional costs over £100.
Cost type |
Relevant items |
Cost indication |
Compulsory costs |
UCAS application |
£65 |
IELTS Exam fees* |
£200 (students may be required to take this more than once) |
UFP exam fees▴ |
£120 per subject |
GCSE exam fees*▴ |
£40-£80 per subject |
Other academic exam fees*▴ |
£60-£120 per subject (depending on programme) |
Field Trip for Biology and Geography (A Levels), and Environmental Systems and Societies (IB) |
£250-£350 |
* Exam fees are set by the exam boards and are subject to change.
▴ Our cost includes the postage of certificates (UK or overseas). |
Optional costs |
One to One lessons / Additional Learning Support sessions |
£75 per hour |
Day or weekend trips (e.g. to London or Paris or optional class field trips) |
Around £30 (day) - £400 (weekend) depending on destination and length of trip |
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award; Bronze, Silver or Gold options |
Gold - £750 / Silver: £250 / Bronze: £125 |
Half term / holiday trips (e.g. Florence, Madrid or Berlin Christmas market ) |
Around £600-£1000+ depending on destination and length of trip |
Graduation Ball |
£25-£50 |
Accommodation over Easter holidays (catered) (Special low price for Easter 2021) |
£150 per week |
Activity programmes in holidays (half terms or Easter)** |
£200 per week |
UFP exam full remark |
£300 (refunded if the mark changes) |
UFP exam clerical error check |
£75 (refunded if the mark changes) |
Additional Maths GCSE (classes and exam cost) |
£500 |
**compulsory for under 16 year olds staying during the holidays.
NB accommodation is free during half term holidays. |
Consequential costs |
Replacement ID cards or room keys |
£5 (ID card) and £35 (room key) |
Tampering with smoke alarm |
£100 |
Any damages to college/boarding property |
As necessary |
Other Costs You May Incur
These costs will vary and will generally not be charged by the College. Some of the costs will not be relevant and will depend on the course and the specific subjects you take. Some items can be bought second hand or borrowed so prices are only examples.
Relevant items |
Cost indication |
Books |
Approximately £200 per year |
Scientific calculator |
Approximately £75 |
Laptop |
£150+ |
Travel costs |
As required. It is possible to walk to most places in Canterbury |
Visa costs (including Immigration Health Surcharge £470 per year)*** |
£1000+ for Student Route |
*** International students will be required to pay visa application fees, and associated fees as required - such as the Immigration Healthcare Surcharge, Tuberculosis tests, fees to renew or extend a visa etc. These fees are set and charged by the UK government and are subject to change.
Dates
Term |
Start Date |
End Date |
Autumn Term 2021 |
Monday 6 September |
Friday 17 December |
Half term holiday |
Saturday 23 October |
Monday 1 November |
Christmas holiday |
Saturday 18 December |
Sunday 9 January |
Spring Term 2022 |
Wednesday 10 January |
Friday 1 April |
Half term holiday |
Saturday 12 February |
Monday 21 February |
Easter holiday |
Saturday 2 April |
Monday 18 April |
Summer Term 2022 |
Tuesday 19 April |
Friday 17 June |
- New students should arrive in their accommodation 48 hours prior to the start of their first term.
- CATS Canterbury closes during the Christmas holiday, but remains open throughout other holiday periods. Fees may apply if you wish to stay during these times
- During half-term, fees for activities apply for all students on Pre-programme and GCSE courses.
Tuition Fees
|
International |
UK and EU |
Programme |
Per Year |
Per Term |
Per Year |
Per Term |
A level (3 subjects), GCSE, GCSE Preparation, Pre-programme, International Baccalaureate Diploma, University Foundation Programme |
£27,990 |
£9,330 |
£23,490 |
£7,830 |
Additional A level subject |
£4,890 |
£1,630 |
£4,890 |
£1,630 |
Academic English Programme |
£20,670 |
£6,890 |
£17,370 |
£5,790 |
High School Term |
- |
£10,190 |
- |
£8,320 |
- All courses are subject to a £300 non-refundable registration fee and a refundable deposit of £2,200 (refundable at the end of your course subject to terms and conditions), except for the following: High School Term students (1 and 2 terms) who pay a reduced deposit of £700.
Accommodation Fees
Catered |
Per Year |
Per Term |
Under 16 Years |
16-17 Years |
18+ Years |
Premium single, en-suite |
£19,140 |
£6,380 |
X |
✔ |
✔ |
Single, en-suite |
£15,990 |
£5,330 |
✔ |
✔ |
✔ |
Shared, en-suite |
£12,495 |
£4,165 |
✔ |
✔ |
X |
Self-catered |
Per Year |
Per Term |
Under 16 Years |
16-17 Years |
18+ Years |
Single, en-suite |
£13,230 |
£4,410 |
x |
x |
✔ |
- Catered accommodation fees include breakfast, lunch and an evening meal on weekdays and brunch and supper at the weekend during term time.
Airport Transfers
Heathrow |
Gatwick |
Stansted |
Ashford Eurostar or Dover |
Ebbsfleet International |
£190 |
£165 |
£165 |
£95 |
£115 |
- Students under 16 require an unaccompanied minor service and will incur an additional £75 fee.
Additional Costs
The majority of student costs are included in CATS fees but below are items that will be charged additionally, depending on programme of study and student requirements.
Compulsory costs will be invoiced during the relevant term. Optional costs are generally payable in advance of the activity taking place. Parental permission will be sought for optional costs over £100.
Cost type |
Relevant items |
Cost indication |
Compulsory costs |
UCAS application |
£65 |
IELTS Exam fees* |
£200 (students may be required to take this more than once) |
UFP exam fees▴ |
£120 per subject |
GCSE exam fees*▴ |
£40-£80 per subject |
Other academic exam fees*▴ |
£60-£120 per subject (depending on programme) |
Field Trip for Biology and Geography (A Levels), and Environmental Systems and Societies (IB) |
£250-£350 |
* Exam fees are set by the exam boards and are subject to change.
▴ Our cost includes the postage of certificates (UK or overseas). |
Optional costs |
One to One lessons / Additional Learning Support sessions |
£75 per hour |
Day or weekend trips (e.g. to London or Paris or optional class field trips) |
Around £30 (day) - £400 (weekend) depending on destination and length of trip |
The Duke of Edinburgh's Award; Bronze, Silver or Gold options |
Gold - £750 / Silver: £250 / Bronze: £125 |
Half term / holiday trips (e.g. Florence, Madrid or Berlin Christmas market ) |
Around £600-£1000+ depending on destination and length of trip |
Graduation Ball |
£25-£50 |
Accommodation over Easter holidays – (Catered Under 18s): |
£550 per week |
Accommodation over Easter holidays – (Catered Over 18s): |
£450 per week |
Activity programmes in holidays (half terms or Easter)** |
£200 per week |
UFP exam full remark |
£300 (refunded if the mark changes) |
UFP exam clerical error check |
£75 (refunded if the mark changes) |
Additional Maths GCSE (classes and exam cost) |
£500 |
**compulsory for under 16 year olds staying during the holidays.
NB accommodation is free during half term holidays. |
Consequential costs |
Replacement ID cards or room keys |
£5 (ID card) and £35 (room key) |
Tampering with smoke alarm |
£100 |
Any damages to college/boarding property |
As necessary |
Other Costs You May Incur
These costs will vary and will generally not be charged by the College. Some of the costs will not be relevant and will depend on the course and the specific subjects you take. Some items can be bought second hand or borrowed so prices are only examples.
Relevant items |
Cost indication |
Books |
Approximately £200 per year |
Scientific calculator |
Approximately £75 |
Laptop |
£150+ |
Travel costs |
As required. It is possible to walk to most places in Canterbury |
Visa costs (including Immigration Health Surcharge £470 per year)*** |
£1000+ for Student Route |
*** International students will be required to pay visa application fees, and associated fees as required - such as the Immigration Healthcare Surcharge, Tuberculosis tests, fees to renew or extend a visa etc. These fees are set and charged by the UK government and are subject to change.