Within easy reach of central London, just 25 miles away, Rochester has always been an important commercial, maritime centre and long associated with the novelist Charles Dickens. Dating from 1066, there is a famous Norman Castle, Cathedral and Guildhall in the city centre. An attractive pedestrianised city centre with interesting, individual shops are within 5 minutes walk of the school.

www.cometorochester.co.uk

The King's school is located in a quiet area within a few minutes walk of the town centre.

Part of the school is located opposite Restoration House, which takes its name from the stay of King Charles II in the eve of the Restoration in 1658. It is also the house Dickens describes as the home of Miss Haversham in his novel, Great Expectations.

Many of the school buildings are listed and have historic connections with the Middle Ages. There are also new buildings such as those housing the classrooms, the hall and the swimming pool.

Sport facilities:

There is large playing field for football, volleyball and rounders. For those students who like water, there is a modern indoor swimming pool. There are also two halls suitable for sports as well as tennis courts available.

www.kings-school-rochester.co.uk

Residential
There are 60 bedrooms in two houses on the campus. The smaller house, which will be used to accommodate the girls, has been completely renovated in summer 2005. The larger, second house, has good size, well furnished rooms on three floors, some over looking the park and gardens.

Both houses have rooms with two, three or four beds, and there are some single rooms for teachers and leaders.

Both houses have comfortable common and recreational rooms.

Host Family
Students can choose to stay with local host families in the city or in the local areas of Strood and Chatham. These areas are within walking distance of the school but some students may need to take the local bus to and from school each day. Families provides a breakfast & dinner + a packed lunch. Hot lunch available at a small extra charge .

Disneyland Paris

Weekend in Disneyland Paris - Friday / Sunday

Date : 11; 25 July & 8 August