Dulwich College

The school aims to nurture a supportive, diverse, and inclusive community that values humility, confidence, and ambition. It seeks to provide academic challenges that enable all pupils to realize their potential while fostering social responsibility and a passion for inquiry. The educational approach emphasizes the development of independent, creative thinking based on practical knowledge and conceptual understanding.

The academic programme spans from DUCKS (Kindergarten and Infants' School) through to the Senior School. The curriculum includes subjects such as Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Mathematics, English, History, Geography, Economics, Politics, Classics, Modern Foreign Languages, Art, Design and Technology, Drama, Computer Science, and Religion and Philosophy. The school offers a structured pathway leading to GCSE and A Level qualifications, complemented by an Academic Enrichment programme.

Pupils consistently achieve outstanding GCSE and A Level results, preparing them for success beyond the College. The school maintains a strong network of over 8,000 alumni, known as Old Alleynians, and provides comprehensive higher education and careers guidance to support leavers' destinations.

The school provides dedicated learning support and English as an Additional Language (EAL) services to assist pupils. These provisions are integrated into the academic structure to ensure all pupils receive the necessary guidance to realize their potential.

Dulwich College is an academically selective school for boys aged 7 to 18, with a co-educational environment for children aged six months to 7 years through DUCKS. The admissions process involves registration and entrance assessments for various entry points, including Reception, Year 3, Year 7, Year 9, and Year 12. The school offers academic scholarships for high-performing candidates and provides extensive means-tested bursary support, with over 210 awards made in the 2026-27 academic year.

The academic year is divided into three terms: Michaelmas, Lent, and Summer. The calendar includes scheduled half-term breaks, EXEAT weekends for boarders, and specific INSET days for staff training. The school year typically concludes in early July, with the Michaelmas term beginning in early September.

Located on a 75-acre campus, the school features extensive grounds and world-class facilities. These include a modern Sports Centre with a 25m swimming pool, multiple playing fields, and Astroturf pitches. Academic facilities include a dedicated Junior School science lab, a computing suite, art and design technology rooms, and a library. The campus also houses the Edward Alleyn Theatre for drama performances and a dedicated Music School.

The school provides a wide range of co-curricular opportunities designed to foster cooperation and leadership. Offerings include a Union of Societies, debating, charitable initiatives, Community Action, the Duke of Edinburgh’s Award, Scouts, and the Combined Cadet Force (CCF). Creative arts are highly active, featuring drama productions, LAMDA speech and drama, music ensembles, instrumental lessons, and a chapel choir. Sports include rugby, football, hockey, cricket, athletics, rowing, and swimming, supported by a high-performance programme.