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Discover Boarding that Feels Like Home

Looking for an Irish boarding school with UK-level excellence and no VAT?

The King’s Hospital School is a co-educational community combining strong academics, sport, and pastoral care — only 25 minutes from Dublin Airport.

Founded in 1669, we are one of Ireland’s oldest and most respected boarding schools. With full and weekly boarding options, our students benefit from a structured, supportive, and active environment; balancing academic ambition with time for sport, music, downtime, and friendship, all while encouraging curiosity and growth at every stage.

  • Over 350 years of tradition
  • Excellent Leaving Cert results and college progression
  • Modern boarding houses with live-in staff
  • Sport, arts, music, and enrichment programs
  • Just 25 minutes from Dublin Airport with easy links by road, bus and rail.

Affordable Fees for UK Families

Ireland’s subsidised education system allows us to offer a world-class education and premium facilities at less than half the cost of UK independent boarding schools.

€27,760

€60, 000

2025/26 Seven-Day annual Boarding Fee (UK or EU Passport) at KH

2025/26 Avg Seven-Day Annual Boarding Fee for UK Boarding Schools (incl. VAT)

2025/26 Seven-Day Annual Boarding Fee for Irish Passport Holders: €21,345 

Why Choose KH Boarding?

Balance, Not Burnout
A structured daily schedule with supervised prep, co-curricular activities, and downtime—nurturing independent, confident learners.

Academic Excellence
Small class sizes, dedicated teaching staff, and proven results ensure each child reaches their full potential.

Pastoral Care You Can Trust
Our House Parents, Matrons, and Tutors work closely with each student, building a safe and supportive “home away from home.”

Weekend Life & Campus Community
From coastal walks and Saturday cinema nights to indoor rock climbing and winter ice skating, boarding life at KH is full of energy and connection.

“Transitioning from the UK A-Level system to the Irish Leaving Certificate program has been such a positive experience. In the UK, focusing on just three subjects meant long, intense double periods that made the school day feel endless. Here, studying up to eight subjects makes the timetable so much more diverse and engaging. I especially love the half day on Wednesdays—it’s the perfect opportunity to play sports, participate in extracurricular activities, and spend quality downtime with other students.

Boarding life has been a pleasant surprise. The food is great, the structure is balanced with plenty of choices, and sharing a room has helped me build strong friendships. The level of pastoral care here is amazing—all the staff are genuinely invested in our well-being, which makes you feel so supported. Study groups with other students have also made preparing for exams enjoyable, and I feel I’ll be much better prepared for university thanks to the breadth of the curriculum and the skills I’m developing.

Growing up in the UK, I only connected with my Irish roots during holidays, but living here has brought me closer to my heritage. Surprisingly, my trips back to London are quick and convenient—Dublin Airport is just 20 minutes away, and flights are under an hour. It’s easier than some of my classmates traveling to Irish towns! The King’s Hospital School has truly given me a well-rounded, fulfilling experience that I wouldn’t trade for anything.”

ERIN

UK Student

Visit Us

Upcoming Boarding Open Mornings:

  • Wednesday, October 15  | 10am–2pm (Form 1 2026 only)

  • Tuesday, November 18 | 10am–12pm 

  • Tuesday, January 27 | 10am–12pm

  • Thursday, March 26 | 10am–12pm

✨ Tour our boarding houses
✨ Meet staff, students, and current boarders
✨ Experience life on our beautiful 80-acre campus

Prefer a Private Tour?
Book a weekday visit tailored to your family’s schedule.

Applications for 2026/2027 Boarding Places Now Open