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Rochester, Kent

Rochester Independent College

Star Hill, Rochester, ME1 1XF

Get directions Visit website 01634 828115

Ofsted rating

Outstanding

Inspected 10 January 2008

Pupils

412

Ages

11 to 21

Gender

Mixed

At a glance

Age range

Ages 11 to 21

Gender

Mixed

Pupils

412

Headteacher

Mr Alistair Brownlow

Type

Independent

Ofsted

Outstanding

Local authority

Medway

Fees

See fee information: https://rochester-college.org.uk/apply/admissions/fees

Sixth form

Yes

Boarding

Yes

Overview

About Rochester Independent College

Rochester Independent College is an independent secondary school in Rochester, Kent, serving pupils aged 11 to 21. It admits both boys and girls. The school has a sixth form. The school offers boarding.

Learning and school life

The curriculum is designed for pupils in the school's age range.

SEND and information for families

This is a mainstream school. Parents should check the school's latest admissions policy and SEN information report for current details.

Getting in

School admissions

Admissions assessment

School's own assessment/admissions process

Ofsted rating

Outstanding (inspected 10 January 2008)

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How the school is doing

School results & attendance

N/A

KS2 results

N/A

B-

A-Level results

Average grade · 2024/25

N/A

Attendance

N/A

Free school meals

N/A

Additional needs

SEND

SEND setting

Mainstream school

SEND provision

Please check with the school

The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.

Specialisms

Please check with the school

The school hasn't confirmed this. Contact them directly.

Before and after school

Wraparound & nursery

Nursery

Breakfast club

Please check with the school

After-school club

Please check with the school

Cost

Fees

See fee information: https://rochester-college.org.uk/apply/admissions/fees

Fees vary by year group. Confirm current fees, sibling discounts and any extras directly with the school.

Academic year 2026/27

Rochester Independent College term dates

Autumn 1 · 2026

1 Sep-23 Oct

Autumn 2 · 2026

2 Nov-18 Dec

Spring 1 · 2027

4 Jan-12 Feb

Spring 2 · 2027

22 Feb-25 Mar

Summer 1 · 2027

12 Apr-28 May

Summer 2 · 2027

7 Jun-21 Jul

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Get in touch

Contact Rochester Independent College

Address

Star Hill, Rochester, ME1 1XF

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Telephone

01634 828115

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[email protected]

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Website

rochester-college.org.uk

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Answers for parents

Frequently asked

What type of school is Rochester Independent College?

Rochester Independent College is an independent secondary school. It admits both boys and girls.

What age range does Rochester Independent College cover?

Rochester Independent College serves pupils aged 11 to 21.

What SEND support does Rochester Independent College offer?

Rochester Independent College is a mainstream school. Check the school's SEN information report or contact the SENCO for current support details.

What is Rochester Independent College's Ofsted rating?

Ofsted rated Rochester Independent College Outstanding after its inspection on 10 January 2008.

Where is Rochester Independent College?

Rochester Independent College is at Star Hill, Rochester, Kent, ME1 1XF.

About this information. Compiled from published sources including the Department for Education, Ofsted and the school's own website. Last reviewed July 2026.

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