South kent school, established in 1923, is a college-preparatory school for boys in grades 9 through 12. we develop young men who can evolve and adapt, be globally competitive and prepared to meet the challenges posed by a changing natural environment. their time at south kent prepares our students for success at each point in their life. three principles define the school: simplicity of life, self-reliance, and directness of purpose.south kent school is accredited by the new england association of schools and colleges and holds memberships in the cum laude society, the national association of independent schools, the national association of episcopal schools, the secondary school admission test board, the connecticut association of independent schools, the association of boarding schools, the international coalition of boys schools and the national association for college admission counseling.