April 2026
Dulwich College held the inaugural Josh Lawrence Memorial Run which raised over £3,300 for Weldmar Hospicecare.
All-through school
Dulwich College
Dulwich College is a diverse community of bright, creative, intellectually curious and compassionate boys aged 7 to 18 years, with a co-educational environment for children from six months to 7 years in DUCKS.
Day fees
£31,986 – £32,118
Entry
School Exam + InterviewSelective
Next deadline
Fri 16 Oct 202616+ registration closes
Updated 4 months ago
At a glance
Key facts
Head
Robert Milne
Master
Gender
Boys
Becoming co-ed
Pupils
1,923
88 girls, 1,831 boys
Location
Dulwich, Southwark
Suburban setting
Day or boarding
Day and boarding
Age range
11 to 18
Founded
1619
Sixth form
246 pupils
Entry points
11+, 13+, 16+
Nearest station
Forest Hill
School buses
Yes
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Average class
21 pupils
School day
8.45am to 3.30pm
Saturday school
No
Wraparound care
Available
Bursaries
Available
Scholarships
Drama, Art, Academic +4
A-level A*–A
68%
2025
GCSE 9–7
93%
2025
Overview
About Dulwich College
Dulwich College offers education for boys aged 7 to 18 years and a co-educational environment for children aged six months to 7 years in DUCKS. The school is academically selective for day pupils and boarders (boarding from Year 9). It provides excellent teaching, pastoral care, academic enrichment, and outstanding A level and GCSE results. The campus spans 75 acres and is located 12 minutes from London Victoria. The school has a strong ethos of excellence, equity, and service, with over 210 means-tested bursary awards and a network of over 8,000 alumni.
Houseroom EditorialOur take
Houseroom Editorial
Our take
Independent boys all-through school in Southwark for ages 1–18, day or boarding. Selective entry, top-tier London fees.
Best for
- Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 1–18) rather than separate prep + senior.
- Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son.
- Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered.
- 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.
- Single-sex (boys). Comfortable for some children, less so for others — worth a visit on a normal teaching day rather than only an open-day showcase.
AdmissionsApplication timeline
Admissions
Application timeline
September 2027 entryRegistration openCloses 2 Nov 2026Reply by 3 Mar 2027
- Oct10Open dayNextYear 7 Open Morning
- Nov2Registration closes
- Dec4Assessment
- Jan20InterviewYear 7 Interviews
- Feb11OffersYear 7 Results Posted
- Mar3Acceptance deadline
Not yet published: registration opens, bursary deadline.
UpcomingOpen events
Upcoming
Open events
Private tours by arrangement with admissions.
Fees & costFees
Fees & cost
Fees
£31,986 – £32,118per 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
Founded 1619 by Edward Alleyn as the College of God's Gift
Original Old Library and historic picture gallery on site
Combined Cadet Force, Duke of Edinburgh and 80+ clubs
£5.5m bursaries in 2025-26 funding 210+ pupils
Boarding houses (The Orchard, Ivyholme, Blew House)
Hosted inaugural TEDxDulwich College Youth in March 2026
Beyond the classroomActivities & co-curricular
Beyond the classroom
Activities & co-curricular
sport
House competitions
academic club
Academic societies with regular visiting speakersUnion of Societies
On campusFacilities
On campus
Facilities
sports
Extensive sporting facilities
academic
Three libraries
OutcomesLatest exam results
Outcomes
Latest exam results
Outcomes
2025 A-Levels: 67.7% of grades at A*/A with 110+ pupils achieving all A*/A and 26 Oxbridge offers — the highest since 2010.
68%
A-level A*–A
93%
GCSE 9–7
DestinationsWhere leavers go
Destinations
Where leavers go
9%
to Oxbridge (2025)
69%
to Russell Group
| 2025 | 2024 | 2023 | 2022 | 2021 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cohort | 246 | 240 | 227 | 251 | 230 |
| Oxbridge | 22 | 14 | 18 | 20 | 13 |
| Russell Group | 170 | 160 | 155 | 170 | 155 |
| US Ivy | 4 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 2 |
| Medicine | 9 | 18 | 12 | 14 | 10 |
Top universities (2025)
UCL18
University of Bristol18
Imperial College London16
Durham University16
University of Oxford16
University of Warwick12
University of Edinburgh10
King's College London9
CurriculumQualifications offered
Curriculum
Qualifications offered
GCSEA LevelEPQ
In the newsRecent coverage
In the news
Recent coverage
AlumniNotable alumni
Alumni
Notable alumni
Sir Ernest Shackleton (Antarctic explorer)P. G. Wodehouse (novelist)Raymond Chandler (novelist)Chiwetel Ejiofor (actor)Nicholas Galitzine (actor)Bob Monkhouse (entertainer)Michael Ondaatje (novelist)Nigel Farage (politician)
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Registration closes 16 Oct 2026 (16+)
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Fit for your child
Is Dulwich College right for your child?
Score it on travel, academics, support and budget.
Check fit for my childCommunityHouse system
Community
House system
GrenvilleMarloweSpenserSidneyDrakeRaleighJonsonHowardThe OrchardIvyholmeBlew House
Pastoral careWellbeing
Pastoral care
Wellbeing
Peer mentoringChaplaincy
The College devotes around 100 hours of focused personal development through the Senior School, complemented by trained wellbeing staff, chaplaincy, peer mentoring and dedicated safe spaces such as the Yelcho Room.
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
PathwaysFeeder schools
Pathways
Feeder schools
6 offers
2 offers
1 offer
1 offer
1 offer
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FAQQuestions parents ask
FAQ
Questions parents ask
What kind of child is Dulwich College best for?+
Dulwich College suits: Families wanting one school across the whole journey (ages 1–18) rather than separate prep + senior; Parents who want a single-sex environment for their son; Families weighing day vs boarding — both are offered; 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 Dulwich College?+
Day fees at Dulwich College are £10,662 to £10,706 a term in 2026-27 (£31,986 to £32,118 a year). Boarding fees are £22,472 a term in 2026-27 (£67,416 a year). Extras such as lunches, uniform and trips are on top.
When is the next open day at Dulwich College?+
The next open morning at Dulwich College is on 10 October 2026. Booking is usually required.
How does admissions work?+
Dulwich College is selective. Expect an entrance assessment at each entry point.
Does Dulwich College support SEND?+
Dulwich College offers some SEND support. Ask admissions which needs it can meet.
What ages does Dulwich College take?+
Dulwich College takes pupils from age 11 to 18.
Is Dulwich College a day or boarding school?+
Dulwich College offers both day and boarding places.
Is Dulwich College co-educational or single-sex?+
Dulwich College is a boys' school.
Where is Dulwich College?+
Dulwich College is in Southwark, SE21 7LD.
How do I contact admissions at Dulwich College?+
Contact Dulwich College by email at ducksregistrar@dulwich.org.uk or phone on 02086933601.
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