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King's School Rochester
King's School Rochester
King's School Rochester
King's School Rochester
King's School Rochester Rochester, Kent Visit
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King's School Rochester
Rochester
288 pupils, ages 13-18
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King's School Rochester

The oldest cathedral choir school in the world is no small boast, but King’s School Rochester is so much more than its awe-inspiring history, which stretches back to AD604, and its stunning campus with its views of Rochester’s castle and cathedral. This is a holistic, forward-looking place that nurtures not just musical excellence, academics and sport, but also kindness and a sense of community. It’s tantalisingly close to London on the high-speed train (just 30 minutes). We’re not surprised there are lots of ‘lifers’ here – children who join at three ...
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boy in a blue tshirt sitting on a sofa with a dog
Rochester Cathedral
boy and girl acting on stage in red and purple costumes
girls in blue polos rowing on a river
pupils in white lab coats and safety glasses in science class
pupils in white shirts and black ties singing on stage holding books
pupils in blue and black tops on running machines
senior King's Rochester pupils walking in town with coffees
girl in blue overalls sculpting a head

School Updates

  • An Offer from Guildhall School of Music and Drama for Bobby

    We are very proud of A-level Music pupil, Bobby L (U6), who has been offered a place to study on the BMus programme for Electronic and Produced Music at the prestigious Guildhall School of Music and Drama from autumn 2025.
    An Offer from Guildhall School of Music and Drama for Bobby
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  • World Book Day

    “The only thing you absolutely have to know is the location of the library.” Albert Einstein
    World Book Day
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  • Festival of Netball 2025

    King's hosted our annual Festival of Netball last week!
    Festival of Netball 2025
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  • House Pancake Tossing

    On Shrove Tuesday, an excited group of Prep School pupils gathered in the playground, eager to take part in the annual House Pancake Tossing competition.
    House Pancake Tossing
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  • King’s Welcomes Dr Simon Hyde, General Secretary of HMC

    Last week, King’s was privileged to welcome Dr Simon Hyde, General Secretary of HMC (The Heads’ Conference), for a visit to meet staff and pupils and gain an insight into life at King’s.
    King’s Welcomes Dr Simon Hyde, General Secretary of HMC
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  • Passport to Paris

    Last Thursday Lower Fifth pupils took the Eurostar to Paris for the day, as part of their cultural enrichment and study of French GCSE.
    Passport to Paris
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  • AI Quality Mark Award

    We are delighted that King’s School Rochester has been awarded the Good Future Foundation’s AI Quality Mark at Bronze Level, making us the first independent school in South East England to achieve this prestigious recognition.
    AI Quality Mark Award
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  • A Trip to the Somme Battlefields

    Members of the cast of “Oh What a Lovely War” travelled to the Somme battlefields during the half-term break.
    A Trip to the Somme Battlefields
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  • A Diplomatic Triumph

    Over the half term break, a delegation from King’s attended the Alleyn's International Model United Nations Conference (AIMUN).
    A Diplomatic Triumph
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  • Classics: From Chaos to Civilisation

    Pupils studying classics visited the British Museum which provided a fascinating insight into the theme of civilisation over barbarism, particularly through the metopes of the Parthenon and the Bassae Frieze.
    Classics: From Chaos to Civilisation
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  • Award Winning Novelist Leads Creative Writing Workshop

    On Thursday, Mrs Epsom’s Remove group had the opportunity to take part in a creative writing workshop led by the award-winning novelist for historical fiction, Philippa Gregory, on behalf of The British Library.
    Award Winning Novelist Leads Creative Writing Workshop
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  • Ring a Ding Ding

    Ring a Ding Ding
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  • Ruaraidh Strikes a Chord at NCO Weekend

    Year 6 pupil Ruaraidh M (6H) had a musical adventure over the half term break! He spent an incredibly enriching weekend with the National Children's Orchestras (NCO) at Goldsmiths, University of London, and had a wonderful time.
    Ruaraidh Strikes a Chord at NCO Weekend
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  • Royal Air Squadron Trophy Success

    Last Saturday, a dedicated team of 12 cadets from our RAF section proudly represented the School in the regional Royal Air Squadron Trophy competition.
    Royal Air Squadron Trophy Success
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  • New Common Room for Year 8

    We are thrilled to share some exciting news for Year 8: the upstairs of the Prep School library has been transformed into a dedicated space for the Year 8 pupils to gather during break and lunch times.
    New Common Room for Year 8
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  • A Performance by the Prague Symphony Orchestra

    Our Upper Sixth music pupils have spent many happy weeks analysing one of the core set works for their course, Antonín Dvořák’s Symphony No. 9 (From the New World).
    A Performance by the Prague Symphony Orchestra
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  • King's School Rochester Appoints New Principal

    The Governors of King’s School Rochester are delighted to announce the appointment of Mr Simon Fisher as the next Principal of the School
    King's School Rochester Appoints New Principal
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  • Lanre Makes a Splash at Kent Championships

    Our pupils continue to impress in the pool, and this week, it's Lanre D’s (L5) turn to shine
    Lanre Makes a Splash at Kent Championships
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  • Silas Awarded Prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarship

    We are incredibly proud of Silas M (L6), who has been awarded an Arkwright Engineering Scholarship, issued by the Smallpiece Trust.
    Silas Awarded Prestigious Arkwright Engineering Scholarship
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  • Arjun Smashes It Again

    Victory for Badminton champ
    Arjun Smashes It Again
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  • Tixie Triumphs in French Netball

    Congratulations to Velvet Cap winner Tixie P (U5) who has been selected for the Netball France National Junior Squad.
    Tixie Triumphs in French Netball
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  • English Schools Orchestra Scholarship for Charlie

    Congratulations to Velvet Cap winner Charlie B (L5) who was awarded this honour 'for representing my country by playing the violin in the National Children's Orchestras of Great Britain, Main Orchestra'.
    English Schools Orchestra Scholarship for Charlie
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  • A Velvet Cap for Saxophonist Alex

    King's Rochester pupil Alex was awarded a Velvet Cap for being a member of the National Youth Concert Band (NYCB).
    A Velvet Cap for Saxophonist Alex
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  • Oxbridge Offers

    We are delighted to share that two of our Upper Sixth pupils have received Oxbridge offers this week - a testament to their hard work and dedication.
    Oxbridge Offers
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  • 'Home Sweet Comb'

    'Home Sweet Comb'
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  • Flying the Flag for Eco Schools!

    Flying the Flag for Eco Schools!
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  • King's School Rochester marks another year of excellent GCSEs

    Following last year’s record-breaking success, the school has continued to uphold its strong academic standards, with a quarter of all GCSE grades awarded at the top levels of 8 and 9.
    King's School Rochester marks another year of excellent GCSEs
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  • From Academia to Apprenticeships: King’s School Rochester’s A-Level Results Open Doors

    Plenty of faces were smiling at King’s School Rochester as the Class of 2024 opened their A-Level results and looked forward to embarking on the next chapter of their lives.
    From Academia to Apprenticeships: King’s School Rochester’s A-Level Results Open Doors
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  • WATCH: King's School Rochester Senior & Sixth Form

    WATCH: King's School Rochester Senior & Sixth Form
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  • See King's Rochester in our Senior Boarding Schools Guide

    See King's Rochester in our Senior Boarding Schools Guide
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  • See King's Rochester in our All-through Schools Guide

    See King's Rochester in our All-through Schools Guide
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King's School Rochester is
linked with:

King's School Rochester Nursery
King's School Rochester Nursery Rochester
King's School Rochester Pre-Prep & Preparatory School
King's School Rochester Pre-Prep & Preparatory School Rochester

Essentials

Address
Satis House, Boley Hill, Rochester, Kent ME1 1TE

Contact
seniorschool@kings-rochester.co.uk
01634 888555

Website
kings-rochester.co.uk

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