
The show, which follows the KISS bassist as he tutors teens in the ways of rock and roll, began last Friday with a respectable 2.1 million viewers.
“Rock School is a funny and touching series and we are delighted to have it on Channel 4," said Andy Auerbach, C4's commissioning editor for entertainment. "If Gene thought putting the Christ’s Hospital kids through their paces was tough, just wait till he sees what we have in store for him for series 2!???
Production will begin swiftly, with filming commencing this week in Kirkley High School in Lowestoft, Suffolk. As well as taking on a mix of students aged 14 and 15, Simmons will also be required to live in a nearby stately home.



