 In keeping with the modern trend the school now has State Status, enabling all parents, through involvement in the Governing Body and its committees, to play an active role in ensuring the best for their children

The school was named in honour of Dick King and his epic ride along the coast.Mention is made of this in the school song.The original Kingsway High School buildings were in Dartnell Crescent, south of the Amanzimtoti River.