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 [...]

In Y3 science we worked collaboratively in small groups to plan and carry out fair test investigations into the durability of rocks. We carefully considered our independent, dependent and controlled variables to ensure the test was fair. We then learnt about the composition of soil. We used our learning to create our own edible [...]

The King's Music Scholars treated parents, teachers, governors and friends of the School to a special evening of solo performances in School Hall. The pupils, from Year 8 to the Upper Sixth, presented a full programme of vocal and instrumental items, all at an impressively high standard. From virtuosity on the clarinet to beautifully [...]

The Cathedral was a spectacle of colour as Junior School pupils attended their first service in their new robes. With Prefects resplendent in red, Heads of House brilliant in blue and Scholars looking wonderful in white it was a bright and colourful start to Cathedral services! [...]

Using microscopic cameras, Remove pupils explored the tiny world beneath the surface — and discovered some incredible creatures and organisms living in the local pond water. To everyone's surprise, Daniel spotted a tiny bug in the sample, which we projected onto the screen for a closer look. A great reminder of the wonders hiding [...]

It was a busy weekend for our Boarders. On Friday evening, the Vines Hall was opened up for basketball and the girls had great fun taking part in the activity. On Saturday everyone had an amazing time at the theatre watching Back to the Future, with the highlight being the moment the DeLorean flew! [...]

The 2025 Ringing World National Youth Contest (RWNYC) was held in Birmingham during the summer holidays. Lottie E (8L) was part of the Kent Young Ringers, representing the Kent County Association. A total of 29 teams and over 300 young ringers took part in the competition, with the Kent team achieving an impressive 5th [...]

Over two days Year 8 pupils took part in a King’s Diploma Enquiry, exploring the cross-curricular theme “Water for the World”. Day One began with a dramatic interpretation of Coleridge’s The Rime of the Ancient Mariner, before pupils investigated water stress, calculated their own water footprints and explored the unique chemical properties of water. [...]

We had a brilliant day by the river for our rowing fundraiser, with an excellent turnout from pupils, parents and Old Roffensians. Former pupils returned to race against current, rekindling plenty of friendly rivalry and school spirit. Parents also got involved—both on the water with “learn to row” sessions, and on land with rowing [...]

This week, our Junior Heads of School and Prefects were formally introduced and congratulated during the Matins service by Mrs Crozer, Vice-Principal of the Junior School. Each pupil had the opportunity to shake hands with Principal Mr Fisher who also helped them into their official robes. We are delighted to congratulate: Head Boy: Jack [...]

This year’s Commemoration Day featured some spirited sporting contests as pupils took on Old Roffensian’s (ORs) in cricket and netball, celebrating the School’s traditions and competitive spirit. On the netball court, the ORs secured a hard-fought victory, winning 31–24. The game was played in excellent spirits, showcasing teamwork, skill and plenty of friendly rivalry [...]

Pupils from Year 3 and up took part in an exciting core strength competition – the House Plank Challenge last week - to see who could hold the plank position the longest in support of their House. Cones were set out to mark each house area, and with staff on hand to ensure fairness, [...]

On Saturday, King’s proudly celebrated the first phase of its’ new STEM facilities: state-of-the-art science laboratories. The event began with a speech by John Maas, Chair of Governors, who highlighted the importance of cutting-edge facilities in supporting learning and fostering a love of science and technology. Following the speech, Principal Simon Fisher officially opened the [...]

The King’s School community was delighted to gather at Commemoration Day for the official opening of the newly refurbished swimming pool changing rooms. The honour of cutting the ribbon went to Old Roffensian David Humfrey, a Cambridge Blues butterfly swimmer, former Master of King’s, Head of History, Head of Swimming and Head of Boarding. [...]

On a bright September Saturday morning, the King’s School Rochester community gathered in the historic Cathedral for its annual Commemoration Day Service. This is always a special occasion in the School calendar — a moment to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the heritage of a school that has stood for over 1,400 years [...]

On Thursday, a group of Sixth and Fifth Form creative pupils visited the National Portrait Gallery in London. The aim of the trip was to broaden pupils’ understanding of both contemporary and historical portraiture, while inspiring their own artistic practice. Highlights of the visit included Tracey Emin’s sculptural installation of doors, which sparked thoughtful discussions [...]

What an exciting first day it was for our new Reception children! There were lots of smiles, fun and plenty of new friends made as everyone explored the classrooms and outdoor spaces. The children jumped straight into school life and loved having their  ‘First Day in Reception’ photos taken. [...]