It is a remarkable school with a rich and diverse heritage; people have been educated here for over 1400 years under the watchful gaze of Rochester Cathedral and Castle.
While a sense of place will have an impact on the development of the children learning here, it is the skills, experiences and opportunities provided to them, both within and outside the classroom, that will enable them to thrive in a fast-changing world.
At King’s, we believe in preparing children for the 21st Century by educating the whole child. Our priority, though, 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. This is embodied in the Aims and Ethos of the School which help to support the strong bonds between pupils, parents and staff and which are a fundamental feature of life at King’s. This is a school where all are cared for as individuals and where links between home and school are a real strength.
Our academic results are excellent at all levels but we believe that building a love of learning and developing independent thinking skills are just as important as achieving the best grades. To achieve this, we keep our class sizes small so that teachers know their pupils as individuals and can help each of them shine.
We offer, and encourage pupils to take part in, a huge range of co-curricular opportunities to ignite and nurture their interests, providing experiences which will develop confidence in them for life. Sport, Music, Drama, Outdoor Pursuits, CCF and a range of clubs and societies are integral to the school’s commitment to providing a broad educational experience.
Easily accessible from Kent and the South East and half an hour by train from central London, King’s has a beautiful location in the heart of historic Rochester. We offer co-education from 3 to 18 and our structure of Pre-Prep, Prep and Senior Schools enables us to offer a tailor-made experience for each age group while giving access to the excellent facilities of the whole school.
King’s Rochester is a very special place. From the crack of cricket ball on willow on the Paddock to the splash of rowers’ oars on the River Medway. From that first breathtaking moment under the spotlight in the Drama Studio to the polished performances captivating audiences on stage in School Hall. From those first hesitant notes in the rehearsal room to the triumphant sound of the orchestra and choirs filling Rochester Cathedral. King’s is a truly remarkable school - and we know that every individual studying, living and working in it will be proud to tell you their story.
Founded in 604 AD, we embrace our long history and ancient traditions which provide a solid base for our clear vision for education in the 21st century. Buildings, mentioned in the pages of Dickens, open their doors to reveal interactive classrooms, innovative study spaces and comfortable living and socializing spaces where freedom of thought and independent thinking are nurtured, where skills for life are acquired and where traditional values of good behavior, respect for others and lifelong friendships are developed.
Our academic results are excellent at all levels but we believe that building a love of learning and developing independent thinking skills are just as important as achieving the best grades. Our class sizes are kept small so that teachers know their pupils as individuals. Each pupil is valued for who they are, staff know where their interests and talents lie and each young person in our care is challenged, stretched and supported to shine.
Pupils are encouraged to discover and explore new ideas, both inside and outside the classroom. Our extensive co-curricular programme offers great opportunities in Sport, Music, Drama (including LAMDA), Art, Science, Design and Technology and outdoor pursuits with the Combined Cadet Force and the Duke of Edinburgh Award.
Kings' Rochester Preparatory School
Address: St Nicholas House, King Edward Road, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1UB
Email: prep@kings-rochester.co.uk
Tel: +441634888577
Kings' Rochester Pre-Preparatory School & Nursery
Address: Chadlington House, Lockington Grove, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1RH
Email: preprep@kings-rochester.co.uk
Tel: +441634888566
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At King’s Rochester, my child has flourished academically and personally, thanks to the incredible dedication of the staff and the engaging curriculum that truly inspires progress.
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