MixedIndependent

St Andrew's School (Rochester)

Rochester, Medway, South East · ME1 1SA

A small independent in Rochester, St Andrew's School caters for boys and girls from the early years right through to the end of primary, with around 341 pupils on roll. Its intimate scale allows the school to know each child well across the 2 to 11 age range. The Independent Schools Inspectorate awarded its highest grade of 'excellent' in 2025, and the school operates without a religious affiliation. It is led by Head Mrs Emma.

341

Pupils

excellent

ISI

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Overview & data

Gender
Mixed
Type
independent (fee-paying) school
Age range
2-11
Pupils
341
Location
Rochester, Medway, South East
Website
https://www.st-andrews.rochester.sch.uk/
Telephone
01634 843479

Headteacher

Head Mrs Emma

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Teaching & academics

The ISI rated the quality of pupils' achievement 'excellent', the inspectorate's top mark. With a roll of just 341 spanning nursery to Year 6, teaching can be closely tailored to individual children as they progress towards the 11+ and senior school transfer.

Ethos & heritage

Religious character
None
Boarding
No

Inspection reports

ISI rating
excellent
ISI personal development
excellent
Last inspected
25 November 2025
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The last word

A small, non-denominational prep with top ISI marks for both achievement and personal development - well suited to families wanting a close-knit start to a child's education.

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St Andrew's School (Rochester) 11+: frequently asked questions

Where is St Andrew's School (Rochester) located?

St Andrew's School (Rochester) is located at 24-28 Watts Avenue, Rochester, Rochester, ME1 1SA.

What type of school is St Andrew's School (Rochester)?

St Andrew's School (Rochester) is an independent (fee-paying) school in South East.

How many pupils attend St Andrew's School (Rochester)?

St Andrew's School (Rochester) has approximately 341 pupils on roll.

What is St Andrew's School (Rochester)'s inspection rating?

St Andrew's School (Rochester) is inspected by the ISI and was judged "excellent" at its inspection on 25 November 2025.

Compiled from public data. Last checked June 2026.