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Rochester Independent College

Co-ed
Non-Denominational
Year 7 - Year 13 (Upper Sixth) (Ages 11-18)
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Rochester Independent College is an Independent Schools Council accredited co-educational day and boarding school located in Rochester, Kent. Established in 1984, the college's urban campus features 14 listed buildings within a conservation area, linked by award-winning wildlife gardens. The school claims to focus on academic achievement and creativity, promoting critical and independent thinking. Its stated ethos is informal and flexible, with an average class size of eight. It caters to students aged 11 to 19.

Selectivity:
Non-selective
Boarding:
Full Boarding
Weekly Boarding
Flexi Boarding

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Last updated on 11 February 2026 (not all data elements were necessarily updated on this date)

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Details

Founded:1984
Gender Mix:Co-ed (Approx. 48%/52% Boy/Girl)
Boarder Mix:Approx. 42.5% of pupils are boarders
School Size: Approx. 425 pupils
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Registered Company No.:08504140
Owner/Stakeholder: Dukes Education (owner)
Bursaries offered: Yes
Rochester Independent College offers means-tested bursaries to aid students financially. These are not academically selective and are awarded after a financial assessment. Families with household incomes over £90,000 or significant investments/equity are unlikely to be considered. Bursaries generally reduce fees by up to 50%.
Other Facilities:
Cinema
Dark Room
Library
Music Studio
Outdoor Classroom
Recital Hall
Theatre

Contact Information

Address

254, St Margaret's Banks, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1HY

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General Enquiries

01634 828115

Admissions

01634 828115