KING RICHARD SCHOOL
King Richard School (KRS) is a mixed comprehensive school administered by Service
Children’s Education (SCE). It provides a secondary education for the children of forces
and support personnel who work in the Eastern Sovereign Base areas of Cyprus. It also
accepts “non-entitled” fee paying pupils.
The school which overlooks the Mediterranean, is situated in Dhekelia Garrison, 11
kilometres from the town of Larnaca.
KRS is well resourced; it has an excellent pupil/teacher ratio, all staff being UK trained
and fully qualified. The school buildings are up to date, with well equipped classrooms.
KRS has the full range of facilities for ICT, creative arts, design / technology and science.
The library is generously resourced with a full time librarian; we have our own playing
fields and gym, but also ready access to the Garrison’s new gym, athletics track and
swimming pool.
Pupils follow all aspects of UK schooling. We work a continental day, beginning at 7.30
am, but our contact time and number of working days equate to the UK. We also work to
the same holiday dates. Pupils follow the National Curriculum, sit the Key Stage 3 SATs,
GCSEs and follow the new post 16 curriculum.
A full range of subjects is offered throughout the school, with ‘options’ taken for GCSE
entry. Sixth form students can select a range of A, A/S examinations and vocational
courses which will suit their individual needs and abilities.
An extensive careers education is provided from year 9 upwards. There is also a special
needs provision for any student who is experiencing learning problems. We provide full
opportunities for pupils to undertake a range of extra curricular activities throughout the
school year.
The head and staff pride themselves in running a friendly school which combines a
positive, caring atmosphere with challenge. High personal standards are expected. We
seek to provide opportunities which enable all students to reach their maximum potential.
