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.
We are proud to be a Woodard Associate School and to share in the rich ethos and values of the Woodard family. The Revd Dr Matt Bullimore, Senior Provost of Woodard, led our Senior School Harvest Eucharist – a joyful service of gratitude and community. The following day, we welcomed Chris Wright, Woodard’s Director [...]
Nursery pupils had a soup-er time celebrating Pumpkin Day! The children dressed up as pumpkins, took part in pumpkin themed sensory activities and helped to cut up a real pumpkin and make and taste their very own pumpkin soup!
From the spooky-themed whole-House songs to stunning solos and entertaining ensembles, the King’s School 2025 House Music Competition was a triumph all round. After just over two weeks of rehearsals, the four Houses each had three stellar items to present on stage, in front of an audience of their peers, their teachers, their parents, [...]
Year 3 enjoyed a gloriously sunny walk around Rochester on a 'Rock Walk' to bring our Science unit to a close. We were looking for different types of rocks, identifying some of those rocks and using clues to decide if they were natural or man-made. We also thought about why different types of rocks [...]
They practised putting a pad on a teddy to stop the bleeding, applying plasters and using ice packs for a head bump. They also learnt which number to call in an emergency. The children particularly enjoyed practising dialling 999 and asking for an ambulance!
Reception had a fantastic trip to the pumpkin patch at Spadework’s Garden Centre in Offham. The children were very excited to explore the pumpkins, looking at all the different sizes, shapes and colours. The children have been learning about autumn and so this linked nicely to our learning about seasonal food and where food comes [...]
Our Year 7 and 8 pupils set off on a 7km circular walk around Nashenden through farmland and woodland. Pupils enjoyed the fresh air, the scenery and the opportunity to test their teamwork and navigation skills. Along the way, they took part in a variety of activities and competitions, including best leaf kebab, fastest [...]
On a glorious October afternoon, the Senior School came together in a clash of House spirit and sporting energy! The boys charged onto the Alps for a thrilling rugby showdown, while the girls stormed the hockey pitches at Holcombe, sticks at the ready and determination in their eyes. Cheers, teamwork and fierce competition filled [...]
This week, Junior School attempted to create the ultimate line of cereal boxes and set off an epic domino run. Pupils were cereal-ously excited and, by Wednesday, had already brought in around 200 boxes. With a surge of last-minute donations - and after five recounts - we achieved an incredible 397 cereal boxes: truly [...]
It has certainly been a busy week in the drama studio. Lower Fifth pupils explored physical theatre using Trestle masks — taking on the expression of the mask and adapting their body language to suit their character through dramatic movement, posture, and gesture. This built on their recent work studying Brecht and his techniques. [...]
This week, King’s celebrated the Spanish-speaking world across both the Junior and Senior Schools. Our Junior School pupils tested their knowledge of Hispanic food, locations, music, festivals, and inspirational figures – from the sounds of Mariachi and Tango, to Barcelona and Easter Island (Rapa Nui), delicious paella and tacos, the Running of the Bulls in [...]
King’s turned pink as pupils, parents and staff wore an item of pink to raise money for Breast Cancer Now. We spotted socks, ties and onesies and even pink hair as everyone supported this worthwhile cause. [...]
Pupils in the Removes, along with Sixth Form A-Level historians, attended a workshop with Holocaust Educational Trust educators as part of an innovative programme called “Testimony 360”. The project involves a digital programme, combining pre-recorded eyewitness testimony with virtual site-based learning. Using Virtual Reality headsets, pupils were able to ask questions of a Holocaust [...]
Professor Gurprit Lall, Old Roffensian, returned to King's to deliver the latest in the Zetountes-Barton Society Lectures, speaking on his research on Circadian Neurobiology. Complimenting the school on its new science facilities, Professor Lall reminisced on his time at King's, where his love of science was first developed. The assembled audience of Academic Scholars, [...]
Pupils in Years 4-8 of the Junior School undertook the first round of the Nickless Prize for General Knowledge. Inaugurated in 1969 by Mr C.J. Nickless, O.R., Headmaster of the Preparatory School from 1990 to 2001, the quiz is modelled on the famous King William College competition. It consists of 100 questions which children initially [...]
We marked National Poetry Day with a chapel service written and delivered by the Lower Sixth A Level Literature group. The theme of this year’s NPD was ‘play’ and our pupils reflected on the importance of play in our lives by performing a range of poetry exploring this. We began with poems about the value [...]
It was a tough competition, but our Junior School Prep pupils brought their A-game to the House Conkers Competition! Armed with their chosen conkers, each threaded on a piece of house-colour string, our young competitors played with great focus and sportsmanship. They played until their conker shattered, all in the hope of bringing victory [...]
Our boarders were delighted to receive their new Stash hoodies, which have been a popular addition to boarding life and are already being worn with pride around School House.
Boarding Weekly Activity Boarders took part in a lively 20-minute scavenger hunt challenge, racing against the clock to complete a list of creative tasks. Each item on the list was worth one point, with bonus marks awarded for originality and flair. From building a human pyramid and pulling their silliest faces to striking superhero-style [...]
Boarding pupils from School House recently swapped classrooms for puzzles, codes and high-pressure challenges as they took part in a series of immersive escape room adventures. In Motel California, a team of five pupils raced against the clock to uncover a stash of stolen money hidden by two infamous bank robbers before the police [...]
Bishop Simon of Tonbridge led a very significant Eucharist service, during which pupils from the Junior and Senior Schools were baptised and confirmed. Our confirmation service only takes place every two years, making it a very special occasion for the candidates and their families. Bishop Simon spoke about seeking God and how He may [...]
Our Year 7 cohort set off on their first big adventure together - a residential trip to Cobnor Activity Centre in Chichester Harbour, West Sussex. For many, this was not only their first residential as King’s School Rochester pupils, but also an important opportunity to form new friendships and settle into life within our [...]
Following last year's workshop success, where our pupils reflected on how languages were used in careers in the field of professional sports (finance, nutrition, coaching, advertising, among others), this year saw a selection of Upper Fifths attending a British Council online workshop, listening to a range of speakers discussing how languages play a key role [...]
In science Year 2 have been learning that habitats can be small and local, but also very extensive. The children brought in many exciting dioramas of major habitats and thoroughly enjoyed presenting these to the class. They researched what makes each creature perfectly adapted to its habitat and explained the materials they used to [...]
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.