Duke of York's Royal Military School
URN: 136177 • Dover CT15 5EQ
Overview
- Name
- Duke of York's Royal Military School
- URN
- 136177
- Type
- Academy sponsor led
- Phase
- Secondary
- Status
- Open
- Gender
- Mixed
- Religious
- Does not apply
- Admissions
- Non-selective
- Trust
- DYRMS - AN ACADEMY WITH MILITARY TRADITIONS
- Private
- No
- Ofsted rating
- Good
- Ranking score
- 64.6 / 100
Leadership & Contact
- Headteacher
- Alex Foreman (since 2025) , Principal
- Telephone
- 01304245023
- Website
- Visit
- Address
- Duke of York's Royal Military School, Dover CT15 5EQ
Summary
The Duke of York's Royal Military School, located in Dover, Kent, is a mixed secondary academy that caters to 452 pupils, with a capacity of 722. Established in 1803, the school has a long-standing tradition of supporting the children of military personnel, while also welcoming students from diverse backgrounds. The ethos of the school is built upon values such as courage, integrity, respect, commitment, loyalty, and self-discipline, which guide students in their personal and academic development.
The curriculum at the school is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Recent results have shown a significant number of students achieving high grades in GCSE and A Level examinations. In addition to academics, the school offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage in sports, arts, and ceremonial events, fostering a sense of community and belonging among students.
The school prides itself on creating a supportive environment that encourages independence and personal growth. With a focus on nurturing each student's potential, the Duke of York's Royal Military School aims to prepare students for future challenges and opportunities, ensuring they thrive both in and out of the classroom.
The curriculum at the school is designed to provide a well-rounded education, with a strong emphasis on academic achievement. Recent results have shown a significant number of students achieving high grades in GCSE and A Level examinations. In addition to academics, the school offers a variety of opportunities for students to engage in sports, arts, and ceremonial events, fostering a sense of community and belonging among students.
The school prides itself on creating a supportive environment that encourages independence and personal growth. With a focus on nurturing each student's potential, the Duke of York's Royal Military School aims to prepare students for future challenges and opportunities, ensuring they thrive both in and out of the classroom.
Useful links
- Trustees (governance)
- Senior Years 7 – 11 (Age 11 – 16) (sen)
- Calendar (calendar)
- Remembrance Events Uncategorized 11/11/24 (calendar)
- Funding Agreement (download)
- Finance report (download)
- Executive Pay (download)
- Articles of Association (download)
- Policies (other)
- Admissions (other)
Nearby alternatives
- Dover Grammar School for Girls (65.1)
- Dover Grammar School for Boys (61.9)
- St Edmund's Catholic School (54.4)
- St Edmund's Catholic School (50.2)
- Archers Court Maths and Computing College (45.2)
Key details
- LA
- Kent
- Age range
- 11 - 18
- Boarders
- Boarding school
- Sixth form
- Has a sixth form
- Trust
- DYRMS - AN ACADEMY WITH MILITARY TRADITIONS
- Capacity
- 722
- Pupils
- 452
- Boys
- 257
- Girls
- 195
- FSM %
- 0.00
- Open date
- 2010-09-01
- Close date
- Last Ofsted
- 2023-02-09
- Next inspection
- Data snapshot
- 2025-07-14
- County
- Kent
Trends
| Date | Pupils | Boys | Girls | Capacity | FSM% |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-07-14 | 452 | 257 | 195 | 722 | 0.00 |
| 2024-09-11 | 487 | 292 | 195 | 722 | 0.00 |
| 2023-09-11 | 505 | 295 | 210 | 722 | 0.00 |
| 2022-09-11 | 505 | 295 | 210 | 722 | 0.00 |
| 2021-09-11 | 482 | 290 | 192 | 722 | 1.40 |
| 2020-09-11 | 485 | 283 | 202 | 722 | 1.10 |
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