Duke of York's Royal Military School, school in Kent, UK
Duke of York's Royal Military School is a state boarding school in Dover, Kent, for students aged 11 to 18. The campus features historic buildings with traditional architecture, complemented by modern sports facilities including an indoor heated swimming pool, athletic track, and sports courts.
The school was founded many years ago with deep roots in British military tradition. In 2025, it marked 200 years since being awarded its military Colours and celebrated 30 years of educating both boys and girls together.
The school takes its name from the Duke of York and reflects its ties to military tradition. Visitors notice how daily routines, uniforms, and ceremonies weave values of courage, integrity, and respect into the everyday life of students.
Visitors can tour the school during open mornings to see daily life and boarding facilities. Prospective students can apply at any time during the year and attend a suitability interview to ensure they are a good fit for boarding school life.
This is the only state-funded full boarding school in the country where students live on campus year-round. State funding makes quality education with military tradition accessible to families, especially those with armed forces backgrounds who pay reduced contributions.
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