Rochester Independent College is a school like no other. Our unique campus and friendly staff make the college feel more like a home than a school. There is no uniform, no bells ring, and everybody is on first-name terms. We prepare our students for academic and creative success, their hard work and first-class results mean they go on to win places at a wide range of top universities. Northbank, our flagship building combines a state of the art creative teaching suite and a boarding village with single en-suite study bedrooms and comfortable communal spaces.
“Having come from a large school in Dubai where the teaching, for the most part, felt very impersonal and uncaring; the teaching at RIC has been fantastic. Small class sizes make things much more personal and it is much easier to address any problems with course content. When I first arrived, I was incredibly worried about how my time here would unfold. I’d never been to a boarding school, having grown up in Italy and the UAE. However, all of my fears were completely unjustified as the boarding staff are a very friendly team and they instantly make you feel comfortable. Overall my experience as a boarder has been a truly positive one and I would recommend Rochester Independent College to any local or international students.” RIC Alumnus.
“It’s place for individuals. The campus is as unique as the school. The students are a strikingly nice bunch and there’s a lovely air of tolerance and warmth.â€

“We enrolled our children in hopes of them excelling in their studies, and learning life skills to enable them to prosper in the next chapter of their lives. Rochester school did this and more. We felt comfortable entrusting the boys in their care and were proud when they granted admission into their universities of choice. A truly great establishment that we highly recommend.”
Guardian of twins studying at RIC.
“The relaxed setting of the school has allowed our children to mature and transition seamlessly into adulthood. Education is taken very seriously and the children are encouraged to be the best version of themselves.”
Mother of Year 13 boarder studying A-Levels


| Head | Mr Alistair Brownlow |
| School Type | Sixth Form College |
| Senior Age Range | 11 - 21 |
| Academic | GCSE: Yes Alevel: Yes Int'l Baccalaureate: No |
| Vocational |
| Boarding Fees From | £.00 per term |
| Forces Discount | No |
| Total Students | 380 |
| Youngest Boarder | 13 |
| Senior Boarders | 145 |
| Int'l Students | 145 |
| Closest Airport 1 | Gatwick (70km) |
| Closest Airport 2 | Heathrow (105km) |