City of Rochester School
School summary
With just 64 pupils on roll, City of Rochester School is among the smallest independent schools a family might consider in Rochester, Medway. This mixed, non-denominational school welcomes pupils from age 11 and operates outside the state sector, charging fees. Its modest size means classes are likely to be small and the atmosphere intimate, which may appeal to families seeking a more personal setting than a large school can offer. The school is led by Head Mrs Alicja Emmett and inspected by the Independent Schools Inspectorate.
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Teaching & academics
Entry at 11 is by an 11+ process, the standard route into the school. The very small roll suggests teaching takes place in compact groups, allowing close attention to individual pupils.
Head · Mrs Alicja Emmett
School life & ethos
- Religious character
- None
- Boarding
- No
- SEN support
- 0%
- EHC plans
- 100%
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A small, independent option in Rochester for families who value intimate class sizes over the scale of a larger school.
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City of Rochester School 11+: frequently asked questions
Compiled from public data. Last checked 5 June 2026.