Ethan
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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
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"A unique and characterful atmosphere with an award-winning arts provision and bespoke support for high achievers. RIC performs so well at helping students surpass their expected A level grades that it is in the top 2% for all schools in England.”
Top Schools Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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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