March 2024
DLD College London announced James Kidd as the new Principal, effective September 2024, succeeding Irfan Latif.
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DLD College
DLD College London is a co-educational senior school offering GCSE, A Level, BTEC and International Foundation courses with day and boarding options.
Day fees
£29,850 – £46,926
Entry
Group Assessment + InterviewSelective
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
James Kidd
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
306
196 girls, 181 boys
Location
Waterloo, Lambeth
Urban setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
13 to 19
Founded
1931
Entry points
13+, 14+, 16+
School buses
No
Average class
12 pupils
School day
Starts 8.30am
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Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Not offered
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
All-rounder, Academic, Other
A-level A*–A
17%
2025
GCSE 9–7
20%
2025
Overview
About DLD College
DLD College London offers a range of academic programmes including GCSE, A Level, BTEC Diploma, and International Foundation Programme. The school welcomes both domestic and international students, providing day and boarding options. The college supports students through a comprehensive admissions process including interviews and reports. Scholarships and means-tested bursaries are available. The school has a strong record of academic results and university progression, including Oxbridge and US university applications.
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Our take
Independent co-ed senior school in Lambeth for ages 13–19, day or boarding. Non-selective intake, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–19, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry.
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment.
- Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
Watch-outs
- Fees sit at the top of the London market. Factor in extras (uniform, trips, lunches, music tuition) before committing.
- SEND provision isn't documented in our profile. If your child has an EHCP or specific learning needs, ask admissions about case-by-case capacity before applying.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- TBCOpen dayTo be confirmed2026-09-26T09:30:00Open Event
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, assessment, interview, offers, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£29,850 – £46,926per year · Day · 2026-27
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Financial supportBursaries & Scholarships
Financial support
Bursaries & Scholarships
What sets it apartDistinctive features
What sets it apart
Distinctive features
Pioneering Year 9 curriculum from 2023
Alpha Scholars Programme
Strong BTEC programme with top level Distinctions
International Foundation Programme
Non-selective admissions
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
basketballfootballgymHouse Basketball CompetitionHouse Football CompetitionHouse Netball CompetitionnetballPadel Sessions at Padium Canary WharfTable Tennis Tournamenttennis
music
bandchoirmusic ensemblesmusic tuition
drama
drama
academic club
BTEC Level 2 Award in EsportsFurther Maths ClubOxford Mathematics Team ChallengePersonal Finance Lecture by The Personal Finance Societystudent councilUK Mathematics Trust (UKMT) Challenge
service
charity work
other
Christmas Party with Festive ActivitiesDLD Dragons Esports TeamIndependent Schools Association Esports TournamentTrips and Visits (e.g. Kew Gardens, UK Supreme Court, London Library, British Museum)
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Archbishop’s Park (football pitch) (off-site)basketball courtsfootball and tennis facilitieson-site gymPadium Canary Wharf (off-site)Swimming pool
arts
70 seat theater70 seat theatreart, graphics and photography studiosArt studiosfully equipped art studiosGraphics and photography studios
boarding
250 ensuite student bedroomsPurpose-built student residence with 250 ensuite bedrooms
academic
55 classrooms with latest technologydedicated learning and relaxation spacesDragons Esports DenLibrarymedia and science laboratoriesMedia and science labs
wellbeing
Fully equipped on-campus gymGlobal kitchen
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes2022 A-LEVELS
40
of A Level grades were A*-A70
were A*-B94
of grades 9-492
Distinction level grades17%
A-level A*–A
20%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
1%
to Oxbridge (2025)
16%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | |
|---|---|
| Cohort | 116 |
| Oxbridge | 1 |
| Russell Group | 19 |
| US Ivy | 0 |
| Medicine | 0 |
Top universities (2025)
City University London17
King’s College London12
Queen Mary University8
University of the Arts London7
Kingston University7
UCL5
Nottingham University5
University of Bath4
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA LevelBTECInternational Foundation Programme
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
December 2023
The Independent Schools Inspectorate conducted a focused compliance and educational quality inspection of DLD College London. The report states leaders nurture pupils through structured pastoral care within a caring community.
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Regulation
Inspection
ISI inspection, 5 Dec 2023
2 reports on file.
- Isi1 Dec 2023Good
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What kind of child is DLD College best for?+
DLD College suits: Families seeking a senior school for ages 13–19, with thinking already on 11+ or 13+ entry; Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; Families who would rather not put their child through a selective entrance assessment; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at DLD College?+
Day fees at DLD College range from £29,850 to £46,926 per year in 2026-27. Boarding fees range from £24,710 to £84,474 per year in 2026-27. Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at DLD College?+
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How does admissions work?+
DLD College is non-selective. Registration dates vary by entry point.
Does DLD College support SEND?+
We don't hold SEND details for DLD College. Ask admissions early if your child has additional needs.
What ages does DLD College take?+
DLD College takes pupils from age 13 to 19.
Is DLD College a day or boarding school?+
DLD College offers both day and boarding places.
Is DLD College co-educational or single-sex?+
DLD College is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is DLD College?+
DLD College is in Lambeth, SE1 7FX.
How do I contact admissions at DLD College?+
Contact DLD College by email at admissions@abbeydld.co.uk or phone on 02079358411.
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