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Duke of York’s Royal Military School

Guston,
Dover,
Kent,CT15 5EQ

01304 245023

The Duke of York’s Royal Military School is the only state full boarding school in the country offering high standards of education, going beyond the curriculum to also equip students aged 11 – 18 with important life skills and values. While a regular school, its unique military heritage and ethos gives students many advantages and opportunities – they become Dukies for life.

Head's Welcome

Our students are the best thing about the school. Using our values of courage, integrity, respect, commitment, loyalty and self-discipline, they are encouraged to apply these in everything they do, particularly in the classroom. Students develop maturity and resilience, and are socially confident. We have something unique here, a pursuit of excellence with our special mix of military and education.

The Duke of York’s Royal Military School is a co-educational boarding school offering full, weekly, and flexi boarding for students aged 11–18. Providing exceptional education and outstanding opportunities, students embark on a journey of growth and remain Dukies for life.

Set within 150 acres of Kentish countryside near Dover, the school enjoys strong academic success. Well over half of all A Level grades are A*–B, while BTEC results average Distinction*. 95% of students’ progress to university, with 73% securing their aspirational first choice, and 40% gaining places at Oxbridge or Russell Group universities. Ranked in the top 5% of schools nationally, students make outstanding progress at GCSE, achieving results over two-thirds of a grade higher than the national average.

As well as academic achievements, students enjoy an active lifestyle with sport, music, drama, and access to more than 60 clubs and activities per week, all included within the boarding fee. The School has one of the largest Combined Cadet Forces in the country and is a Duke of Edinburgh’s Award centre.

Facilities are outstanding including modern teaching blocks, performing arts centre, sports hall, gym, indoor heated swimming pool, Olympic-standard athletics track, AstroTurf hockey pitches, rugby and cricket pitches, lawn and hard tennis courts, and squash courts.

The boarding fees for the academic year 2025 – 2026 are:

• Full & Weekly Boarding: £7,400 per term
• Flexi Boarding: £4,360 per term

School Data

Gender	Mixed
Age	11 - 18
Type	Boarding,
Size	500 pupils
Head:	Mr Alex Foreman

Open Days

Open Mornings are held on most Saturdays during term time. Registration to attend is required. During the morning, you will have the opportunity to explore the facilities, interact with key members of staff, speak with our Admissions team and meet members of the Senior Leadership Team, including the Registrar. The school also offers private tours by appointment, please contact admissions@doyrms.com to book.

Bursaries

The School offers Academic Scholarships to students who achieve exceptional GCSE results, including at least three grade 8s and three grade 7s. These scholarships are means-tested and awarded automatically upon receipt of GCSE results to those who have accepted an offer. Rugby and Sports Scholarships are available to students who demonstrate outstanding ability and commitment in their respective sports. These are assessed on current performance and future potential and may offer reductions in fees or assistance with the cost of sports kit, equipment, or travel. The level of support is determined by the Director of Sport. Applications for Rugby Scholarships require a completed application form, available on the school’s website.

Scholarships