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Dover, United Kingdom Boarding · Coed Ages 1218

The Duke Of York's Royal Military School

Located in historic Dover. Combines heritage with structured learning. Well-established reputation, beautiful campus, prestigious institution.

Boarding experience
Ages
12–18
Format
Boarding
Tuition
from $36,000may vary
Deadline
Rolling

AI Fit Summary

Match score
88
Updated based on a sample Student Fit Profile.

Why this school may fit your child: The Duke Of York's Royal Military School pairs a British academic track with a coastal campus and a 1:10 student-teacher ratio. It's a strong consideration for students drawn to Humanities pathways.

  • Strong fit for Humanities pathway
  • 1:10 ratio supports individualized attention
  • British curriculum aligns with university aspirations
  • Mature pastoral and house structure

Academic overview

Located in historic Dover. Combines heritage with structured learning. Well-established reputation, beautiful campus, prestigious institution. Class size of 14 with a 1:10 student-teacher ratio enables tutorial-style instruction and mentor-led research projects.

Curriculum
British
Acceptance
Selective
University placement
78/100

Curriculum & subjects

Boarding life

Houses are organized around year-group cohorts with a dedicated houseparent and tutorial team. Weekend programming combines structured academic catch-up, trips into the surrounding region, and creative downtime.

University pathways

BestPeopleDo placement score
78 / 100
Counselling support
Dedicated team during application year

Placement score is BestPeopleDo's internal estimate of the school's recent university outcomes (0–100), based on publicly available data and advisor knowledge. Detailed per-cohort offer counts are confirmed during the advisor call.

Fees & scholarships

Annual tuition
from $36,000may vary
Application fee
$250
Scholarships
Not available
Visa support
Provided

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6 years
1 yr6 yrs (full programme)
0%
0%75% (rare, exceptional candidates)
+15%
Books, uniforms, trips, school-organised travel home — typically 10–20% on top of tuition.

Location

The Duke Of York's Royal Military School sits in Dover, United Kingdom — a coastal campus. Tap "Request virtual tour" above to have an advisor send walkthrough video links and schedule a live tour.

Admissions process

  1. 1
    Inquiry & profile review
    We share your child's Student Fit Profile with the admissions team.
  2. 2
    Application & documents
    School-specific form, transcripts, recommendations, English test if required.
  3. 3
    Assessment
    Online interview, sample lesson, or admissions test depending on the school.
  4. 4
    Offer & enrollment
    Offer letter, contract, and visa support if needed.

Important dates

Application deadline
Rolling
Next intake
September 2026

FAQ

Is The Duke Of York's Royal Military School a good fit for international families?

Yes. The Duke Of York's Royal Military School actively supports families relocating internationally with visa guidance, language transitions, and pastoral care designed for mobile households.

What does the typical application timeline look like?

Most families start 12–18 months before intended intake. Early application is strongly recommended for boarding.

Are scholarships available?

Limited financial assistance is available for exceptional candidates.

What's the average class size?

Approximately 14 students per class with a 1:10 student-teacher ratio.

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