Summer courses
Welcome to summer @RIC
We are offering a refreshingly distinctive summer course in General English, Social Sciences and Art and Design.
Building on the College’s reputation for both academic excellence and mind-blowing creativity we are offering courses in very small classes where international visitors will study and socialise together.
At RIC the focus is on individuality, diversity and flexibility and we are looking forward to welcoming young people from all over the world to Rochester from July to August to improve their English, develop their creativity and have a taste of life at a British boarding school.
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General English
Course details
Looking to boost your world language skills whilst learning to be a responsible global citizen?
Our General English course at Rochester Independent College is designed not only to maximise your language development but to do this through using UNESCO’s ‘Four pillars of learning’: learning to know; learning to do; learning to be and learning to live together.
At a glance
- Course Length: 2 weeks
- Tuition Per Week: 20 Hours
- Class Size: Maximum 15 students
- Age Range: 12 to 15 years
- Suitable For English Level: A2+ (Pre-intermediate and above)
Course Dates
6th July and 20th July 2025
Course Fees
£3,350 including tuition, accommodation, excursions and all meals
How to Apply
Please visit the Summer boarding courses website for more information and to book a place
Social Sciences
Course details
Our two-week Social Sciences course is ideal for students who are curious about the dynamics of human behaviour, social structures, and the forces that influence societal change. This program offers an in-depth exploration of key disciplines within the social sciences, providing you with the tools to analyze and understand the world around you.
At a glance
- Course Length: 2 weeks
- Tuition Per Week: 20 Hours
- Class Size: Maximum 15 students
- Age Range: 12 to 15 years
- Suitable For English Level: B1+
Course Dates
6th July and 20th July 2025
Course Fees
£3,350 including tuition, accommodation, excursions and all meals
How to Apply
Please visit the Summer boarding courses website for more information and to book a place
Art and Design
Course details
The Art & Design course invites creative students to explore their artistic potential through a diverse range of mediums and techniques. This programme is designed to inspire innovation, enhance technical skills, and help you develop a unique artistic voice that resonates in both traditional and contemporary art forms.
At a glance
- Course Length: 2 weeks
- Tuition Per Week: 20 Hours
- Class Size: Maximum 15 students
- Age Range: 12 to 15 years
- Suitable For English Level: B1+ (intermediate and above)
Course Dates
6th July and 20th July 2025
Course Fees
£3,350 including tuition, accommodation, excursions and all meals
How to Apply
Please visit the Summer boarding courses website for more information and to book a place
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Why Rochester?
Rochester Independent College is in Kent, just south east of London. Kent is known as the garden of England but is also close to great beaches and home to historic cathedral cities.
Rochester itself is a small town, with a rich heritage and a flourishing contemporary arts scene. Rochester offers a quieter life than London, close to areas of outstanding natural beauty like the North Downs, yet within easy reach of all the facilities the capital city has to offer. Regular trains run from Rochester to London in just under 40 minutes.
Rochester is famous for its connections with Charles Dickens and with a magnificent Norman cathedral and a striking castle that can be viewed from RIC’s classrooms and the Halls of Residence bedrooms.
