Why King's has a Dean

King's College London is unusual amongst British educational institutions, in that its Dean is an ordained person, responsible for overseeing the spiritual development and welfare of all students and staff as well as fostering vocations amongst the worshipping community.

The Ordinances of King’s College London, (E.3), state: “The Dean shall be responsible for ensuring that the College builds upon the Anglican tradition associated with its foundation and, in recognition of the multi-ethnic and international nature of its community, encourages and supports all its members of all beliefs and backgrounds (as required by the Charter, Article 3(1)).” This requires that the Dean is responsible for overseeing the spiritual development and pastoral welfare of all students and staff, regardless of belief or background.

This involves the following functions for the Dean:

overall responsibility for the College Chaplaincy team and for the religious and spiritual life of the College;
the academic directorship of the Associateship of King’s College London (AKC);
the promotion of harmony amongst the student and staff bodies of all beliefs and faiths;
liaising with external religious and faith organisations and groups.

In performing these duties, the Dean is responsible to the President & Principal.

If you have any question relating to faith or religious provision please contact the Dean's Office.