King’s is a remarkable school with a rich and diverse heritage, where pupils have been educated for over 1,400 years under the watchful gaze of Rochester Cathedral and Rochester Castle.
At King’s, we believe in preparing children for the 21st Century through educating the whole child. Our priority is ensuring that happy children perform to their best and the School is an exceptionally happy and friendly place where moral values, self-discipline, emotional intelligence and a Christian spirit underpin our family community.
Every step of the King’s School Rochester journey, from Nursery through to Sixth Form, is designed to help pupils flourish, grow in confidence and discover new passions. We believe that building a love of learning and developing independent thinking skills are just as important as achieving the best grades, and so our teachers help each pupil to realise their own potential.
There’s one motto we live by at King’s and that’s simply
“Work Hard, Play Hard and Look After Each Other”, no matter what age you are.
LATEST NEWS
Romy in our Lower Fifth, represented King’s at the Medway Rotary Club’s annual ‘Youth Speaks’ competition. Each competitor across the two age categories was given five minutes to talk on a subject close to their heart, to an audience which included families, Rotarians and the Mayor of Medway. The competitors, all drawn from local [...]
Silas completed his fourth Cotswold Marathon at the weekend, a competitive overnight 30-mile event across the Cotswold Hills involving over 500 Scouts, Guides and Leaders. He led a team this year, having also done so previously, and once again demonstrated strong leadership, resilience and confident navigation skills under pressure. In an impressive personal performance, [...]
This week, our Year 1 to Year 8 pupils came together for a special Buddy Service in the Cathedral, a wonderful opportunity for our youngest and oldest learners to worship side by side and strengthen their connections across year levels. The service was made even more memorable as it marked the first day the [...]
Our Drama and Music pupils went "way down Hadestown" for an unforgettable trip to the West End. The pupils were mesmerised by the soaring vocals and the tragic retelling of the Orpheus and Eurydice myth. It was a fantastic opportunity to see how professional lighting and folk-inflected music can combine to create a truly immersive [...]
We are proud to announce that Reuben D in Lower Sixth was shortlisted as part of the 25th anniversary John Downton Awards, a prestigious competition celebrating the creative talent of young people across Kent. With 453 entries submitted from 36 schools across the county, we are delighted that Reuben’s GCSE painting was selected for [...]
King’s School Rochester (KSR) is proud to announce a new five-year partnership with Kent Cricket, marking an exciting new chapter for youth cricket development in the county. Under the agreement, King’s School Rochester will become a Kent Cricket Development Centre for Kent Youth Pathway indoor training and outdoor cricket fixtures, providing young cricketers with access [...]
King's hosted a Workshop Day for visiting primary schools - centred around our Senior Production of Les Misérables! It was truly amazing to see the pupils involved throw themselves into the afternoon - singing, acting and creating a wonderful performance for their parents later in the day. Our visitors were accompanied by some of [...]
The Whole School Eco Council met this week. Nearly 40 staff and pupil members were in attendance for a half-hour session to catch up on the goals and ambitions for each section of the School. The Prep members went first, explaining how, over the past 10 weeks, they had identified the key people needed [...]
The King's team who took on the national Townsend Warner History competition have seen fantastic success this year. With over 1,100 entries from 75 schools, we are delighted that Albert B (8B) and Alastair T (6T) both made the top 10% and have progressed to the second round. A remarkable achievement seeing Alastair is two [...]
Year 1 took part in a STEM activity linked to their Antarctica topic. Some tiny explorers and their treasure had become trapped inside a giant glacier. The task was to free them quickly and safely using tools from the rescue kit: warm water, salt, a metal spoon and a brush. The children had lots [...]
We would like to extend a huge thank you to the team of engineers from the Rochester Bridge Trust who recently visited King's to lead an engaging bridge-building workshop. Year 6 headed over to the Senior School and were excited to work in our new science labs for the session. The task was a true [...]
We are incredibly proud to celebrate the achievements of siblings Lanre and Fola, who recently competed at the 2026 Kent County Swimming Championships, held at the prestigious London Aquatics Centre in Stratford. Lanre: Balancing Books and the Board Lanre competed in six events and achieved a remarkable 100% "Top 6" finish rate. What makes these [...]
We are thrilled to announce that Chester, in our Upper Sixth, has received an offer to read History and Politics at Oxford. Having been with King’s since Year 4, this achievement is a testament to his hard work and our dedicated teaching staff. Chester credits six rounds of mock interviews, plus the discipline gained [...]
Heads of School and Senior Scholars visited the younger pupils in Year 2 and Year 3 and spent time in classrooms chatting with the children about their latest projects and even letting them try on their traditional gowns and canes. The visit left a lasting impression on the Juniors; as one Year 3 pupil [...]
Our brilliant Pre-Prep Eco Council rolled up their sleeves and got stuck into some very important green work – and what a busy (and muddy!) meeting it was! Our main mission was to replant daffodil plants for every classroom in Years 1–3, making sure everyone can enjoy beautiful flowers, a calmer space, and a greener [...]
King’s French and Politics pupils showed great resilience after major travel issues forced the planned trip to Brussels to divert to Boulogne-sur-Mer. The pupils made the most of the change in plan, exploring the historic French city, which was under English rule until 1550 and served as a major bombing target during the Second [...]
The Reception children thoroughly enjoyed puddle jumping and water play as part of their Outdoor Learning. This session provided many opportunities for physical development as well as creative and sensory exploration. The children explored changing the puddles by adding powder paint and washing-up liquid, creating colourful, bubbly effects. Using brooms, they spread the water, experimenting [...]
Pupils from Year 8 enacted a poignant scene from Sue Saunders' play "In Holland Stands a House", the story of Anne Frank, as part of Rochester Cathedral's Holocaust Memorial Day Service. Together with pupils from five other local schools, members of the Medway Youth Council and Chatham Memorial Synagogue, alongside local civic dignitaries, the service, [...]
In keeping with our Traditional Tales theme, we have been learning all about Cinderella this week including: • Literacy: Mark-making and writing invitations to the Palace Ball. • Maths: Colouring glass slippers and ordering them by size. • Creative Snacks: Designing Cinderella carriages made from crackers, cucumber, and raisins! [...]
We have been exploring hieroglyphics, myths, gods and goddesses and the afterlife in Year 3, as well as a day in the life of an ordinary Egyptian in Ancient Times.
This week, BBC News in Kent (BBC South East) caught up with our very own Head Boy, John, to discuss his whirlwind journey from Chorister to boyband star. Reflecting on his rapid rise, John was quick to credit his parents for their unwavering support and encouragement. Now a key member of the group December 10, [...]
It’s been a paws-itive start to life at King’s for our wellbeing dog Bobbie, who has been busy welcoming pupils to school on both the Prep and Pre-Prep playgrounds. He has taken his new responsibilities very seriously, making sure to trot into the office to sign in and out like a true professional - a [...]
Our Year 1 pupils visited Rochester Cathedral on Monday to take part in interactive Baptism workshops, engaging in role play of a baptism and exploring key areas of the Cathedral, including the font and the altar. At the Alps on Wednesday, Year 1 had a fun time creating self-portraits using natural materials such as [...]
We had a fantastic day hosting the Happy Puzzle Company! Our Year 3 to Year 7 pupils dived headfirst into a series of mind-bending workshops designed to push their limits.It was not just about solving puzzles; it was about:Perseverance: Not giving up when things got tricky!Collaboration: Working as a team to find the "missing piece."Independence: [...]
why KING’S SCHOOL ROCHESTER
We are one school, where a happy learning environment is underpinned by a strong sense of care, kindness, moral values, self-discipline and emotional intelligence.
At King’s School Rochester, we believe in giving pupils the courage and confidence to be their best. Staff, pupils, parents and governors work together as one, to create and sustain the learning environment that makes our school so unique, ensuring its stewardship for generations to come.
We nurture the individual and celebrate diversity of talent – there truly is no typical King’s pupil. Each and every one is unique, and is treated as such. King’s School Rochester is a school for life, where pupils are prepared for life beyond education. We support this with our extra-curricular and careers activities whilst at the School, and then when a child leaves, we keep in touch and follow their journey, ensuring that they always remain a valued member of the King’s community.
Our motto is a simple one, “Work hard, play hard and look after each other” no matter what age you are.
King’s School Rochester finds itself situated in the heart of the historic town, nestled amongst cobbled medieval streets under the shadow of the Cathedral.
A stone’s throw from the beating heart of London, inhabitants of Rochester enjoy rolling countryside hills in one direction, and beautiful seaside in the other. The town is just over half an hour away by train into St Pancras International and easily accessible from Kent and the southeast. This gives our pupils the best of both worlds – a wealth of bustling culture on their doorstep, combined with the peace of living in a picturesque country town.
The busy high street, filled with independent businesses and a burgeoning arts scene, means our town is the perfect location to learn, develop and grow. Situated on the banks of the River Medway, Rochester is full of charm and intrigue.
Our location in Rochester is an integral part of School life.
Whilst we may be the second oldest school in the world, our vision is modern and resolutely forward-looking.
Steeped in history and surrounded by breath-taking heritage, King’s School Rochester has moved with the times for over 1400 years.
Our School lies in the shadow of Rochester Castle, nestled within the Cathedral precinct. Thousands of pupils have passed through the School over the centuries, leaving their mark and creating a tangible sense of history. With our one-of-a-kind setting, our pupils understand what has gone before them and consequently their role in shaping the future.
Our pupils are given the mindset, knowledge and self-belief they need to step out, flourish, and emblazon their own positive mark on the world.
Strategically placed, guarding an important crossing of the River Medway, this imposing fortress has a complex history of destruction and rebuilding.
Today it stands as a proud reminder of the history of Rochester, along with the cathedral and cobbled streets.
Through all the raids, battles and drama, King's School has stood under its impressive shadow, educating the children of Rochester.
King’s benefits from excellent transport links to London and beyond, perfect for international pupils.
Rochester Train Station is conveniently located less than a 10 minute walk from the School with London being just over a half an hour train journey away into St Pancras International.
Add to this the rolling countryside hills in one direction and the beautiful seaside in the other, our pupils have a wealth of bustling culture on their doorstep, combined with the peace of living in a picturesque country town.
It is our core belief that our pupils learn just as much outside the classroom as they do inside.
We consider participation in clubs and activities an integral part of the King’s experience.
From Reception through to Sixth Form, there is an extensive range of co-curricular pursuits from which to choose, taking place during lunchtime, after school and at the weekend.
We also offer a range of trips both in the UK and abroad to extend our young people’s horizons.
We instil in our pupils the practical knowledge and skills that will see them through the rest of their education and their future career.
At the end of their time at King’s, our pupils leave as fully rounded young adults, who go on to flourish and thrive in whichever path they take.
Our long established Old Roffensian Society allows past leavers to stay in contact with their contemporaries and participate in events and functions within the wider King’s network.
The Old Roffensians’ community provides pupils with a valuable network of contacts that will enrich and further their respective careers, in many cases giving them that crucial ‘foot-in-the-door’.
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Every step of the King’s School Rochester journey, from Nursery to Sixth Form, is designed to help pupils flourish, grow in confidence and discover new passions.
