About Us
King’s is one of England’s great independent schools, with a history stretching back for more than five centuries and a reputation for delivering outstanding education. We welcome boys and girls aged 3 - 18 into our dynamic, stimulating and happy co-educational learning environment.
Admissions
King's is a selective school and the admissions for all age groups are handled by our Admissions Department, who would be only too happy to answer your questions. At King's, we do all we can to guide you through the process to make it as straightforward as possible.
Academic
At King's we deliver a broad and innovative curriculum, within a supportive and stimulating learning environment that fosters an atmosphere of intellectual challenge. One of our core aims is ‘to develop lively and enquiring minds’ with an inclusive approach to challenge and enrichment.
School Life
Whether in the Infants or Sixth Form, pupils will discover passions and develop talents they never knew they had. We are committed to bringing out the best in every pupil, not making them conform to a single mould. King’s is a happy place to grow and learn - we cultivate individuality and celebrate success, of all forms.
Co-Curricular
We are renowned for our excellence in music, drama, sport and other extra-curricular activities as well as being one of the largest Duke of Edinburgh Award Centres in the Country. Co-curricular opportunities start in the Infants right through to the Sixth Form.
News & Events
We are proud of our students and their achievements. Our news posts give an insight into the range of activities our students are involved in both in and outside the classroom. Our many open events enable families to come and see for themselves the amazing facilities and opportunities we have on offer at King's.
Facilities Hire
We offer a wide range of impressive facilities making King's the perfect place for a variety of purposes including sport events, corporate hospitality functions, exhibitions, concerts, training facilities, practice sessions and shows.
Contact Us
t +44 (0)1625 260000
mail@kingsmac.co.uk
The King's School in Macclesfield
Alderley Road
Prestbury
Cheshire
SK10 4SP
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2025/2026

We have a comprehensive events programme, many events are annual and others take place every two years. These include events such as Gala Dinners, Drinks in the City, Former Pupil Sports' Days, the Alan McInnes Bursary Golf Day every June and a recent leavers frisbee event every July. This is in addition to regular alumni lunches.

Forthcoming dates for academic year 2025/2026 are as follows:
Drinks in the City London - Thursday 25 September 2025
Remembrance Service - Tuesday 11 November 2025
Gala Dinner 2025 - Saturday 15 November 2025
Alumni Christmas Lunch - Tuesday 9 December 2025
Founders Day 2026 - Friday 27 March 2026
Alan McInnes Bursary Golf Day - Thursday 11 June 2026
Frisbee Reunion - Wednesday 1 July 2026

For many years we have welcomed former pupils to address pupils and staff at our annual Founders' Day service, you can click the links below to hear about their exceptional journey's.
2022 - Vice Admiral Jerry Kyd (Class of 1985)
2023 - Sir Stephen Holgate CBE (Class of 1964)
2024 - Emily Middleton (Class of 2008)
2025 - Hannah Gibson OBE (Class of 2002)