The Duke of York's Royal Military School is a GCSE / A-Level / BTEC school in Dover, United Kingdom. It serves 500 students for students aged 11–18. Annual tuition ranges from $28,244 to $28,244 USD.
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Academic Scholarships awarded to students achieving at least three grade 8s and three grade 7s at GCSE; means-tested and awarded automatically. Rugby and Sports Scholarships available for students demonstrating outstanding ability; may offer fee reduction or assistance with kit, equipment, or travel costs. Applications for Rugby Scholarships require a completed form available on the school website.
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The Duke of York's Royal Military School is a co-educational full boarding school for students aged 11–18, set within 150 acres of Kentish countryside near Dover. The school achieves academic results well above the national average, with 95% of students progressing to university. It is notable for its large Combined Cadet Force, extensive extracurricular programme, and strong support for children of British Armed Forces personnel via Continuity of Education Allowance.
School data verified by NanaSays. Last updated: April 2026.
Why Families Choose
Military heritage and ethos, one of the largest Combined Cadet Forces, strong academic results ranked in top 5% nationally, CEA-eligible fees for Armed Forces families, comprehensive extracurricular programme included in boarding fees.
University Destinations
95% of The Duke of York's Royal Military School graduates go on to higher education. Recent graduates have been accepted at universities including:
Fees & Financials
Original currency: £7,400 per term (Full & Weekly Boarding); £4,360 per term (Flexi Boarding).
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Boarding Life
Set within 150 acres of Kentish countryside near Dover. All boarding fees include sport, music, drama, and access to more than 60 clubs and societies per week.
Co-educational full boarding, weekly boarding, and flexi boarding available for students aged 11–18.
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Independent
Ranked in top 5% of schools nationally