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RIC is an independent boarding school and college

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"A real alternative to traditional schools – with no uniform and pupils on first name terms with teachers – Rochester Independent College is a breath of fresh air.” Muddy Stilettos

11+ Day students 13+ Boarders 8 Average class size

How does an independent boarding school and college differ from traditional education?

Rochester Independent College is a private boarding secondary school and sixth form, offering outstanding education for students aged 11 to 19, in a unique campus environment. Located in Kent, UK, our boarding experience helps students flourish and achieve their target results at both GCSE and A level. 

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How can RIC support your future?

Imagine a school where creativity and academics share top billing

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School can be different

"A unique and characterful atmosphere with an award-winning arts provision and bespoke support for high achievers.” 

Top Schools Guide 

High performing

Top results from a mixed ability intake.
Regular exam practice.

Creative core

“It’s hard to imagine better provision for an artist” Good Schools Guide 

STEM specialists

Outstanding mathematics and science teaching

Fact track options

Intensive GCSE and A-level courses

Future destinations

"Exceptional UCAS support tailored to each individual."
Good Schools Guide

40+ Subjects

Taught to A level

A place to grow

"Student's personal development is excellent."
ISI

Sustainability Education

Award Winning Eco Projects

Dig into what life at RIC is really like

Ethan

Ethan joined RIC from a local independent school for A levels in English Literature, Business Studies, Film and Digital Media. Ethan is an active member of the RIC community, leading the student voice council this year. Ethan has many interests outside of school, including sports, digital marketing and entrepreneurship. He will study Games Design at Ravensbourne University, London.
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Sophia

Sophia joined RIC from Ukraine and has studied a range of creative and academic A levels including Philosophy, Art History and Textiles. She runs an experimental poetry night in Brighton- 'Redemption Rhymes' and is a member of the creative team at 7 Chairs, using philosophical, sociological and anthropological frameworks to guide her writing on wellbeing. Sophia will study Philosophy and Art History at UCL.
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Krittin

Krittin is one of four Thai Government Scholars at RIC this year, taking one-year A levels in Maths, Physics and Further Maths with IELTS. Our Thai students play a leading role in our community, sharing their food, culture, mathematical wizardry and chess playing prowess. Krittin was awarded a gold medal at the International Astronomy Olympiad and will study Physics at university.
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We welcome students from around the world

“Relationships between pupils are totally inclusive, creating a harmonious community.” ISI 

  • 62% UK students
  • 38% International students
  • 44 Nationalities
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