March 2025
The Independent Schools Inspectorate visited DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School and Dulwich College, with the College widely commended.
Nursery school
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School
DUCKS offers a co-educational environment for children from six months to 7 years.
Day fees
£19,008 – £23,850
Entry
Observation + School ExamSelective
Next deadline
Fri 6 Nov 2026Registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Mrs Jo Parker
Mrs
Gender
Co-ed
Pupils
190
Location
Dulwich, Southwark
Day or boarding
Day
Age range
0 to 7
Religious ethos
Church of England
Entry points
2+, 3+, 4+, 5+, 6+, 7+, 11+, 16+
ISI inspection
Good
Nearest station
Forest Hill
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Academic, Sport
Overview
About DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School provides education for children aged from six months to Year 2 (6+). It is a co-educational setting offering a nurturing and stimulating environment for early years and infants' education.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent co-ed nursery in Southwark. Selective entry, C of E ethos, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex.
- Families who value a C of E ethos in school life.
- Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school.
- 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.
- Selective entry — assume some form of assessment at the relevant entry point. Plan tutoring or familiarisation early if needed.
- The C of E ethos shapes assemblies, holidays and pastoral life. Comfortable for committed families; worth thinking about for those of other or no faith.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
- Jan25Open dayNext4+ Offer Holder Tour
- Nov21Assessment4+ Entrance Assessments Stage 1
- Jan18Offers4+ Offers Sent
Not yet published: registration opens, registration closes, bursary deadline, interview, acceptance deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£19,008 – £23,850per 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
Kindergarten and Infants' School
Age range 6 months to 7 years
Award-winning early years setting
Government Tax Free childcare payments accepted
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
CroquetFootball (national finals)Hockey (national finals)Swimming (national finals)Water polo (national finals)200 College teams / 17 sports / 1200 inter-school fixtures
music
Concerts and performances (150+ per year, incl. Southwark Cathedral, Cadogan Hall)
drama
House drama competitions
academic club
Union of Societies (speaker series and clubs)
service
ScoutsCombined Cadet ForceDuke of Edinburgh AwardCommunity Action (5000+ hours per year)
other
Expeditions programme (90+ per year, incl. Geneva, China, Dartmoor, New York)House competitions (150+ sporting and cultural)Pancake race
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Sports CentreOutdoor playing fields (75 acres)
arts
Edward Alleyn Theatre (refurbished)
boarding
Boarding houses (4 houses)
wellbeing
Medical Centre (on-site, 24/7 nursing staff)Confidential counselling service
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
Recommended next step
Registration closes 6 Nov 2026 (Reception)
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Fit for your child
Is DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School right for your child?
Score it on travel, academics, support and budget.
Check fit for my childPastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
Peer mentoringChaplaincyMental health support
In addition to excellent public examination results, Dulwich offers a truly holistic education with a breadth of opportunities and underpinned throughout with strong pastoral support Here at Dulwich College academic excellence goes hand in hand with personal development. Our pupils thrive on a rich curriculum, outstanding wellbeing provisions, exceptional Creative and Performing Arts, Sports and Co-curricular opportunities, and a compassionate pastoral care framework. Whether discovering a new language, building a go-kart, composing music, mastering a sport, exploring the archives or supporting the wider community, we believe in educating the whole person. Over the course of the Senior School, each pupil receives around 100 focused hours on personal development, covering mental health, emotional literacy, resilience, digital citizenship, careers, and life skills. “Safe spaces” like the Yelcho Room, trained wellbeing staff, medical care, chaplaincy, peer mentoring, and specialist programmes support every stage of a pupils’ time at Dulwich.
RegulationInspection
Regulation
Inspection
Ofsted inspection, 12 Mar 2009
Good
CalendarTerm dates 2026/27
Calendar
Term dates 2026/27
Autumn7 Sept 2026 → 16 Dec 2026Half-term 24 Oct 2026–8 Nov 2026
Spring11 Jan 2027 → 25 Mar 2027Half-term 13 Feb 2027–21 Feb 2027
Summer19 Apr 2027 → 8 Jul 2027Half-term 29 May 2027–6 Jun 2027
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School term dates and holidays →
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School best for?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School suits: Families who prefer a co-educational setting over single-sex; Families who value a C of E ethos in school life; Children who can demonstrate strong academics at entry assessment — this is a selective school; Families comfortable with top-tier London independent fees in exchange for the level of provision.
How much are the fees at DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School?+
Day fees at DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School are £6,336 to £7,950 a term in 2026-27 (£19,008 to £23,850 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School?+
The next open morning at DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School is on 17 October 2026. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School support SEND?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School take?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School takes pupils from age 0 to 7.
Is DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School a day or boarding school?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School is a day school.
Is DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School co-educational or single-sex?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School is co-educational, taking both boys and girls.
Where is DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School?+
DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School is in Southwark, SE21 7HH.
How do I contact admissions at DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School?+
Contact DUCKS Kindergarten and Infants' School by email at enquiries@dulwich.org.uk or phone on Not recorded.
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