Sir Roger Manwood's School

Welcome to Sir Roger Manwood's School

In our school, students are encouraged to explore and develop all aspects of their characters so as to become confident, independent young people; young people who are prepared for the next stage in their life by the time they leave Sir Roger Manwood’s School. They are encouraged to take part in the many extracurricular activities on offer and supported to so that they achieve as highly, in an academic sense, as they are able. The aims and ethos of the school are reflected in the wide range of subjects and extracurricular opportunities offered. The vast majority of students in Year 11 stay on into the sixth form, and they progress to top universities in both the UK (including Russell Group and Oxbridge) and around the world.

We strive to provide a safe and supportive environment for the young people who come through our doors and work tirelessly with them so that they develop into confident, happy and successful young people who are prepared for the global nature of the world around them in the 21st century. 

At Sir Roger Manwood’s School, we aim to provide a broad curriculum which is balanced, relevant, enjoyable and challenging to all pupils. It is a core belief of the school that all individuals are equally valued and that everyone treats one another with mutual respect .

The school enjoys high standards of behaviour from its students and a strong sense of loyalty to the school. The students have many opportunities to develop skills and personal qualities, both in the formal curriculum and in the extra-curricular life of the school, that will serve them well in their future lives. We also seek to provide a caring community which encourages concern and respect for the welfare of others.

The school places great emphasis through the pastoral system of Form Tutors, Head of School and Deputy, SENCO and Assistant Head Pastoral upon promoting the welfare and personal development of all pupils. Parents and students can contact staff at any time and there are well-developed procedures in place.

The school works hard to make sure that all pupils can find somebody to approach to discuss a matter of concern - staff in pastoral roles might be the obvious choice but all staff make themselves available and are approachable.

There are also senior staff who have student welfare as part of their core duties. Sixth Formers are encouraged to help in a number of areas with Junior classes and a ‘buddying’ system operates in Years 7 and 8. Sixth formers also act as Area Prefects and School Prefects. In addition we welcome the input from the School Nurse and also can call upon the services of outside Counsellors.

Please do take the time to look through our website to gain a glimpse of what we have to offer.

Applications Open: -  Now

Applications Close: -  Friday 13th February 2026 (This is the official deadline, when planning for the new timetable will begin; however, applications may still be accepted after this date.)

Entry Requirements: - 6 GCSE passes at Grade 5+, including a minimum of Grade 5 in Mathematics and English.

How to Apply: - Apply via KentChoices